"Journey of Hope: Children's Visions of Our Future" to Commemorate 25th Anniversary of Universal Peace Day
In this exhibition of international art, children share their visions for the world they hope will be waiting for them when they grow up. Young people speak of their desire for a peaceful environment, free from violence whether armed conflict, crime or domestic turmoil, while expressing their anxieties about war, nuclear armaments and environmental degradation. - July 22, 2009
"Making Friends with Flowers" to Reach Four Continents This Spring
On June 7, 2009, children and families will gather at Brooklyn Botanic Garden to create an autobiographical rose as part of “Making Friends With Flowers,” (MFWF) an international family art program developed by Others Are Us. MFWF brings people together at botanical gardens around the world to celebrate a shared love of nature, art and family time. Recognizing the simple things we have in common creates an empathy that unites people and bridges geographical distances and cultural differences - June 05, 2009
Others Are Us to Present "Making Friends with Flowers" at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden on Sunday, January 25
In celebration of the Lunar New Year, Others Are Us (OAU) is proud to present “Making Friends With Flowers” at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden on Sunday, January 25, from 12 to 4pm. This family art program is part of a day-long indoor event focused on the cultures of China, Vietnam and... - January 09, 2009
Others Are Us Presents “IMAGINE,” an Exhibition of Art Exchanged by Young People to Help Prevent Future Conflict
Others Are Us (OAU) presents “IMAGINE”, an exhibition of art by young people (ages 5-18) who have participated in OAU programs over the past six years. This event is co-sponsored by Fordham University’s Graduate School of Social Service and is part of International Education Week. - November 07, 2008