Lead the Change: Nominate for the FFI Board Today!
Nominate a candidate by May 7th, 2025! The Nominating Committee of the Board of Directors of Friendship Force International (FFI) is seeking people to serve on its volunteer Board of Directors, beginning in January 2026, to fill upcoming vacancies.
Board of Directors News & Views
Moving Forward, Branching Out
As I reflect on our recent three-day in-person board meeting this February, two words come to mind: hopeful and determined. The Friendship Force International (FFI) Board is committed to embracing the future while staying true to our founding vision—a worldwide movement of inspired people building bridges for a more friendly world. In the spirit of FF founder, Wayne Smith, and the Carters, we remain unwavering in our mission to promote peace and understanding across the barriers that divide us.
The Power of Unity in Difficult Times
We exist in a world of constant change. During the nearly 50 years that Friendship Force International has existed, our world has changed profoundly, for better and for worse.
A Global Festival of Unity and Gratitude: Eid al-Fitr
Eid al-Fitr transcends celebration; it’s a heartfelt homecoming for Muslims worldwide. It’s a time for family, community, and gratitude, and echoes the values encouraged through Friendship Force’s mission.
Celebrating International Haiku Day with our Japanese Members
April 17th marks International Haiku Day, a time to honor one of Japan’s most cherished traditions. A haiku is a short poem, traditionally capturing the beauty of nature or a fleeting moment in time.