Kiwanis Dashboard Blog

Early-bird registration deadline extended

Scott Smith — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:28:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Beignets, Mardi Gras, Kiwanians—oh my!

Scott Smith — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 18:00:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Kiwanians in Canada raise millions to fight tetanus

Scott Smith — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 19:37:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Together we can help end maternal and neonatal tetanus

Rene Keller — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 02:02:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Kiwanis as One

Curtis Billue — Thu, 26 May 2011 12:07:00 GMT

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...(read more)

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

Scott Smith — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 20:47:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Goodall, Curtis set for convention

Curtis Billue — Mon, 17 Jan 2011 16:00:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Beat the deadline

Curtis Billue — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 18:30:00 GMT

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...(read more)

See you in Geneva!

Curtis Billue — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 15:38:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Book a hotel, get a free tour

Curtis Billue — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 14:34:00 GMT

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,”...(read more)

Plan now for trip of a lifetime

Curtis Billue — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 14:00:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Kiwanis, UNICEF join forces

Curtis Billue — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 23:22:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Watch: Worldwide Service Project announcement today

Curtis Billue — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Kiwanis.org: Public site is brand new and interactive

Curtis Billue — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 15:30:00 GMT

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...(read more)

Kiwanis selects three finalists for Worldwide Service Project

Curtis Billue — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 20:48:00 GMT

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;...(read more)