Gigi’s Playhouse

Gigi’s Playhouse Society often underestimates the value individuals with Down syndrome can add to their families and communities. Nancy Gianni discovered this after giving birth to her daughter GiGi, who was born with Down syndrome. Determined to remain positive and … Continue reading

Giving Help to Teen Moms and Babies

Giving Help to Teen Moms and Babies Many teen mothers feel like their lives are over once they become pregnant. However, the program and mentors at Teen Mother Choices reinforces a different message; one of independence and a can-do spirit. … Continue reading

A Texas-Sized Life-or-Death Battle

A Texas-Sized Life-or-Death Battle They say everything’s bigger in Texas and that was true in the battle surrounding major pro-life legislation. With the support of a Texas majority, pro-life legislators and staff fought to pass a bill that would put … Continue reading

The 12 Who Stood for Life

The 12 Who Stood for Life Fe Vinoya is a same day surgery nurse at the University Hospital in Newark, New Jersey. In September of 2011, the hospital mandated that all nursing staff must participate in assessment and operative care … Continue reading

Providing Love to Ethiopia’s Downtrodden

Providing Love to Ethiopia’s Downtrodden Mekedonia is a home for the elderly and mentally disabled in Ethiopia’s capital city of Addis Ababa. It was started by Binyam Belete two years ago. The center is housed at Binyam and his brother … Continue reading