The Case for Humanitarianism

World Statistics:

• Global Water and Sanitation issues

• Poverty Levels Worldwide

• Hunger - a growing problem

• CIA Global Statistics

• 3 billion live on less than $2.50 a day

• Human Trafficking Facts

• 7 Myths about Slums

Bill Clinton, 5th Place recipient in 2009 of The David Chow Humanitarian Award Foundation was awarded for his humanitarian work in successfully negotiating with North Korea’s Kim Jong Il for the release of U.S. journalists Euna Lee and Laura Ling in August 2009.

Mr. Clinton spent about three hours and 15 minutes with Mr. Kim, an administration official said, including a two-hour dinner and a meeting that lasted for an hour and 15 minutes.

After Mr. Kim pardoned the reporters, Mr. Clinton conveyed a message from Mr. Obama expressing profound thanks for this and reflecting views on ways of improving the relations between the two countries a North Korean news agency said.

Relatives of the reporters issued a statement thanking Mr. Clinton and U.S. officials for their work. We are counting the seconds to hold Laura and Euna in our arms, the relatives said.

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Humanitarian Award Recipients Gallery 2010 2009 2008 Pre-2008

Jay Goldinger

For his humanitarian work in facilitating and founding Food on Foot, a Los Angeles feeding program for the homeless and poor, and finding full time jobs.

Bruno Serato

For his humanitarian work in founding and coordinating Caterina’s Girls Club which provides generous donations and serving over 35,000 hot meals a year.

Amie Jo Grier

For her humanitarian work in supporting and protecting women and children affected by domestic violence and creating Corner4Success Charitable Foundation.

Adi Roche

For her humanitarian work in founding the Chernobyl Children’s Project International and providing medical treatment to children affected by the Chernobyl disaster.

Dr. James Orbinski

Recognized for his humanitarian work in coordinating Doctors Without Borders and for providing free medical services to others worldwide.

Lisa F. Jackman

Nominated and recognized for her documentary and work with rape victims in the Congo.

Brad Pitt

For his humanitarian work in providing housing, funds and assistance to the victims of Hurricane Katrina and safe housing to the homeless in New Orleans.

Dennis David

Recognized for his humanitarian work by assisting youths, athletes and cheerleaders in an effort to provide them with scholarships and purpose.