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Early-bird registration deadline extended

Here’s some good news: You now have until March 20 to receive the discounted rate for the 2012 Kiwanis International Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the big crowd expected in The Big Easy! There’s...

Published Wed, Feb 02 2012 2:28 PM by Scott Smith

Beignets, Mardi Gras, Kiwanians—oh my!

It's sensory overload in this little corner of the American South. Jazz fills the streets, mingling with the aroma of hot beignets. Pralines stick in your teeth as you watch the riverboats paddle by. It's a place like no other. It's New Orleans...

Published Wed, Dec 12 2011 1:00 PM by Scott Smith

Kiwanians in Canada raise millions to fight tetanus

Prior to the Kiwanis International convention in Geneva, the leadership of the Kiwanis Foundation of Canada made an early and pivotal decision to commit as a lead gift supporter of The Eliminate Project’s fundraising campaign. “The Eliminate...

Published Mon, Oct 10 2011 3:37 PM by Scott Smith

Together we can help end maternal and neonatal tetanus

by Dr. John Button, Campaign Vice Chairman of The Eliminate Project - I was thrilled when Kiwanis International Foundation President Jack Harten asked me to serve as a campaign vice chairman of The Eliminate Project. I have been committed to improving...

Published Sun, Jul 07 2011 7:02 PM by Steve Smith

Kiwanis as One

You did it! You made a difference, you and all the other Kiwanis-family members who came together to serve the children of the world on Saturday, April 11 for Kiwanis One Day. And now the global map of Kiwanis One Day projects is updated so you can see...

Published Thu, May 05 2011 8:07 AM by Curtis Billue

“Dr. Tetanus” to speak at The Eliminate Project luncheon

Dr. Francois Gasse, UNICEF’s Senior Health Specialist for Maternal and Newborn Tetanus and widely considered one of the leading technical experts on the disease, will deliver the keynote address during The Eliminate Luncheon at the 2011 Kiwanis...

Published Tue, Apr 04 2011 4:47 PM by Scott Smith

Goodall, Curtis set for convention

British primatologist Jane Goodall and American actress Jamie Lee Curtis will speak to Kiwanians and guests at the 96th Annual Kiwanis International Convention in Geneva, Switzerland. Don’t miss out! Goodall, also a UN Messenger of Peace, is known...

Published Mon, Jan 01 2011 11:00 AM by Curtis Billue

Beat the deadline

Early registration closes Jan. 31 for the 96th Annual Kiwanis International Convention in Geneva, Switzerland. Act now to take advantage of the discounted rate. Visit www.KiwanisOne.org/convention to register, explore tour descriptions and plan your trip...

Published Thu, Jan 01 2011 1:30 PM by Curtis Billue

See you in Geneva!

Register now for the 96th Annual Kiwanis International Convention in Geneva, Switzerland. We’re offering an amazing lineup of workshops, entertainment and events—along with the opportunity to explore Geneva and other European destinations...

Published Fri, Oct 10 2010 11:38 AM by Curtis Billue

Filed under: convention, Geneva

Book a hotel, get a free tour

Book an official Kiwanis hotel now and receive a free tour to Annecy, France. Once you book your hotel through Kiwanis and Kuoni Travel you’ll receive a complimentary four-hour tour to Annecy, France. Called the “Venice of the Alps,”...

Published Mon, Sep 09 2010 10:34 AM by Curtis Billue

Plan now for trip of a lifetime

It’s time to plan the trip of a lifetime—to see the amazing scenery and breathtaking beauty of Europe with your closest Kiwanis friends during the 96th Annual Kiwanis International Convention in Geneva, Switzerland. Book a tour (daily, Switzerland...

Published Fri, Aug 08 2010 10:00 AM by Curtis Billue

Kiwanis, UNICEF join forces

The Eliminate Project will protect mothers and babies from Tetanus Kiwanis International and UNICEF have joined forces to save the lives of babies and their mothers by eliminating maternal/neonatal tetanus (MNT), a disease that kills an estimated 60,000...

Published Thu, Jun 06 2010 7:22 PM by Curtis Billue

Watch: Worldwide Service Project announcement today

Don’t miss the announcement of the next Kiwanis Worldwide Service Project—it will be streamed online LIVE on June 24 at 3:15 p.m. PDT at www.kiwanis.org/wsp . The broadcast will be offered in English, French, Spanish and Chinese. Spread the...

Published Thu, Jun 06 2010 12:00 PM by Curtis Billue

Kiwanis.org: Public site is brand new and interactive

Members can see the site's transformation as the new face for Kiwanis International at www.kiwanis.org. Kiwanis.org is a public site, meaning more emphasis is on navigation aimed at prospective members, media and supporters wanting to learn more about...

Published Wed, Apr 04 2010 11:30 AM by Curtis Billue

Kiwanis selects three finalists for Worldwide Service Project

Kiwanis International is searching for its next global cause, and its International Board of Trustees has selected three Worldwide Service Project finalists: Global Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases for their Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) proposal;...

Published Wed, Jan 01 2010 3:48 PM by Curtis Billue