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Nashville, Tennessee – October 28, 2025 – The Stars Foundation proudly announces the launch of a groundbreaking international media campaign in collaboration with the African First Ladies Peace Mission (AFLPM), represented by the Secretary General of AFLPM, Her Excellency Jewel Howard Taylor, former Vice President and First Lady of the Republic of Liberia. This historic campaign spans multiple nations across Africa and the Caribbean, raising global awareness for World Orphans Day®, observed annually on the second Monday of November. The initiative calls attention to the needs of orphaned, displaced and vulnerable children worldwide, urging individuals, churches, and organizations to unite in compassion and advocacy. For the first time in its history, The Stars Foundation and the African First Ladies Peace Mission are unveiling billboard placements in both New York City’s iconic Times Square Tennessee and select states, symbolizing an alliance of hope and purpose between Africa and the United States. In support of this media effort, Her Excellency Jewel Howard Taylor graciously hosted a film shoot at her home in Liberia, producing a moving Public Service Announcement (PSA) for international broadcast. The PSA will debut October 27, airing on numerous Christian and secular television networks throughout the USA, Africa and the Caribbean. Additionally, Her Excellency Monica Chakwera, former First Lady of Malawi and HonoraryChairwoman of the 2023 World Orphans Day Summit held in Nashville, Tennessee, is also being honored on the international billboards. Her leadership and advocacy for orphaned and vulnerable children in Malawi and across Africa have made her an enduring symbol of compassion and faith in action. “World Orphans Day represents a call to action for humanity to uplift those without a voice,” said Cheryl Robeson Piggott, Founder and CEO of The Stars Foundation and originator of World Orphans Day. “We are deeply honored to partner with Her Excellency Jewel Howard Taylor and the African First Ladies Peace Mission to shine a global light on children who deserve safety, family, and opportunity. We appreciate the leading role that both Liberia and Malawi have contributed to speak for the world’s voiceless children.”The partnership continues The Stars Foundation’s global outreach efforts, working alongside government leaders, faith-based organizations, and humanitarian partners to deliver aid and medical supplies to developing nations, and to champion child welfare programs across continents. About the African First Ladies Peace Mission (AFLPM) The African First Ladies Peace Mission, headquartered in Abuja, Nigeria, was established in 1997 as a platform for the First Ladies of African nations to collectively promote peace, humanitarian assistance, and the empowerment of women and children. Under the leadership of Secretary General Her Excellency Jewel Howard Taylor, the AFLPM collaborates with governments, NGOs, and global partners to advance initiatives that address poverty, conflict resolution, health care, education, and child protection throughout the African continent. The Mission serves as a beacon of unity amongAfrican nations and continues to champion the rights and welfare of vulnerable populations. There are currently 54 countries in Africa. About The Stars Foundation The Stars Foundation, headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, is a registered nonprofit organization dedicated to humanitarian outreach for orphaned and vulnerable children worldwide. The Foundation is the originator of World Orphans Day®, observed annually on the second Monday in November, and has distributed over $114 million in goods-in-kind aid through global relief partnerships. For more information, visit www.thestarsfoundation.net.
