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International Association of Charities – Ladies of Charity
AIC Japan Partners with the Daughters of Charity to Improve Children’s Education and Well-being
by .famvin | January 11, 2026 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News | 0 Comments
The International Association of Charities in Japan supports projects with the Daughters of Charity in India and the Philippines, funding a new well for a children’s home in Bangalore and collaborating with the Rosalie Rendu Center on youth education and mental health. In Kobe, its community garden builds connections and raises funds to sustain these partnerships.
Caring for our “Common Home,” One Tree at a Time
by .famvin | September 27, 2025 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News | 0 Comments
In September 2024, AIC launched an international tree-planting campaign during the “Season of Creation.” Volunteers from 20 groups in 15 countries planted fruit, medicinal, and ornamental trees, working with communities, schools, and the Vincentian Family. The goal: to protect the Earth and improve quality of life for present and future generations.
The AIC France Project “Mothers and Children in Vulnerable Situations” – Interview with Project Coordinator Florence de Laguiche
by Lisette Maillet | June 14, 2025 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News | 0 Comments
Florence tells us with great enthusiasm about the beginnings of the project, the cooperation with secondary school pupils and her desire to help mothers open up to the world.
March 14: AIC Co-Sponsored Event for UN Commission on the Status of Women
by Famvin Media Resources | March 10, 2025 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment
The event titled “Ending Gender Based Violence: Community-led projects that unlock the potential of women and girls” will take place virtually on March 14 at 8:30 am New York time.

Helping Migrants in Miami Adapt to Life in the United States
by Suzanne Johnson | Feb 8, 2025 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News
The “Ladies of Charity Miami,” a volunteer group founded in 2019, support migrants from Central America and other regions through educational programs, financial and food aid, and psychological support. Their work, rooted in spirituality and collaboration with other Vincentian groups, continues to inspire both local and international communities.

Ladies of Charity: A Labor of Love (video)
by .famvin | Dec 9, 2024 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News
The video created by Catholic Charities of Western New York (CCWNY) highlights the Ladies of Charity association in the Diocese of Buffalo, aiming to promote the organization and recruit new members by showcasing their community service and faith-based initiatives.

Taking Care of Elderly People and Indigenous Families in Taiwan
by Melba Vera Cruz | Nov 18, 2024 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News
Founded in 2003 to support vulnerable women in the city of Taitung, AIC Taiwan has since spread its activities in the south-east of the country, to Donghe and Haiduan Townships and the Changbin Area.
Combatting Energy Poverty through Solar Panels in Gallup, New Mexico, USA
by .famvin | Mar 21, 2024 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News
A Daughter of Charity was given a tour of the Navajo Native American Reservation and while touring, she learned that many of the hogans (traditional Navajo dwellings) were without electricity
Archdiocese of Washington Meet and Greet Reception for AIC International President
by .famvin | Jan 21, 2024 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News
It was such a privileged honor to meet the International AIC President Tayde de Callataÿ at the reception at St. Ann’s Center for Children, Youth & Families [last summer].
Junior Ladies of Charity: Keeping Busy!
by Marian Snyder | Dec 30, 2023 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News
St. Mary’s Junior Ladies of Charity have been keeping busy with a variety of projects throughout this summer and fall.
Dr. Linda Sama, New Representative for the AIC at the United Nations
by .famvin | Aug 1, 2023 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News
On July 13, 2023, Dr. Linda Sama began officially as a NGO representative for the International Association of Charities (AIC), joining Mary Ann Dantuono and Pat Mule at the UN in New York. Dr. Sama is joining the team but will not be officially retired from St....
Ladies of Charity Philippine National Convention
by .famvin | Jun 4, 2023 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News
The 62nd Ladies of Charity Philippine National Convention was held at Diversion 21 Hotel in Iloilo City with the theme: “Ladies in Profound Communion, Actively Participating in the Mission of Charity.”
Ladies of Charity Distribute Food to the Street Dwellers of Quezon City
by .famvin | May 30, 2023 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity
The Ladies of Charity of Santuario de San Vicente de Paúl Parish & Shrine of the Poor distributed food packs to the street dwellers in Quezon City, April 15, 2023.
Suzanne Johnson, US Coordinator on the AIC Executive Board, talks to EWTN News about the International Assembly, the new Board and AIC’s mission
by .famvin | Apr 24, 2023 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News
The International Association of Charities gathered in Rome to elect a new president.
Tayde de Callataÿ, new President of the International Association of Charities (AIC), the Oldest Lay Association in the History of Volunteering
by Vincentian Family Office | Mar 27, 2023 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News
The Assembly of the International Association of Charities (AIC), meeting under the theme "Citizens of the world, walking united in hope", concluded on March 24 with the election of the new international president. Mrs. Tayde de Callataÿ, of Belgium (former Secretary...
Ladies of Charity USA President’s Message for Start of New Term in 2023
by Holly Walter | Feb 11, 2023 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity
We are all back together again after a difficult few years to continue our work to help the poor and marginalized of our communities and nation and to meet with each other to share ideas and resources in that effort.
















