A Model Enterprise Driving the Construction of Global Public Value Standards San Francisco · February 2026 The International Civil Society Organization (ICSO) officially announced that South Korea’s Samsung Group (Samsung) has been named a 2026 “Global Exemplary Philanthropic Enterprise” in recognition of its long-term dedication to global philanthropic investments, institutionalized social responsibility framework, and continuousContinue reading “Samsung Honored as a “Global Exemplary Philanthropic Enterprise” by ICSO”
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In Conversation with ICSO International Goodwill Ambassador: Tokyo Disneyland Ambassador Hikaru Hamanaka
Hikaru Hamanaka, a young leading figure in Japan’s public culture and social welfare sectors, serves as the 2026–2027 Tokyo Disneyland Resort Ambassador. She has long focused on youth mental health and emotional support, driving public welfare initiatives centered on growth pressure, self-identity, and resilience building. Concurrently, she actively advocates for animal protection, promoting respect forContinue reading “In Conversation with ICSO International Goodwill Ambassador: Tokyo Disneyland Ambassador Hikaru Hamanaka”
In Conversation with ICSO International Goodwill Ambassador Oralia Neria Felix: Disneyland Resort Ambassador
Oralia Neria Felix is an advocate for U.S. public cultural initiatives and the 2026–2027 Disneyland Resort Ambassador. She has long been committed to multicultural community welfare and child education project design, focusing on mutual understanding and inclusion among diverse ethnic groups. Utilizing large-scale public cultural spaces as a platform, she seamlessly integrates philanthropy into everydayContinue reading “In Conversation with ICSO International Goodwill Ambassador Oralia Neria Felix: Disneyland Resort Ambassador”
In Conversation with ICSO International Philanthropy Ambassador: Walt Disney World Resort Ambassador Phelicia Blake
Phelicia Blake, an active champion for public welfare and child development in the United States, currently serves as the 2026–2027 Walt Disney World Resort Ambassador in Florida. Over the years, she has consistently focused on children’s health, educational equity, and psychological support, committing herself to bringing social resources to grassroots communities. Through systematic initiatives, sheContinue reading “In Conversation with ICSO International Philanthropy Ambassador: Walt Disney World Resort Ambassador Phelicia Blake”
In Conversation with the ICSO International Public Welfare Ambassador: Shingo Kameda, Tokyo Disney Resort Goodwill Ambassador
龟田慎吾是日本公共文化和社区慈善领域的杰出实践者。为表彰他长期以来致力于跨文化公共福利合作和公共关怀创新，他被授予2026年ICSO国际公共福利大使称号 。龟田慎吾在2026-2027年担任东京迪士尼度假区亲善大使期间，持续探索文化创意资源在公共福利领域的社会价值。他致力于将广为人知的文化知识产权转化为促进相互理解和社会凝聚力的公共工具。 龟田先生积极推动以中日文化交流为中心的公益事业，同时他也深入参与社区养老项目，设计包容性的主题公园体验，为老年人创造充满尊严、温暖且有意义的社会参与空间。 今天，我们将与这位以文化为桥梁的公益实践者进行深入对话，了解他如何在多元文化背景下重新定义慈善表达，并通过理性而持续的行动不断拓展公共关怀的边界。 ICSO：首先，祝贺您荣获2026年ICSO国际公益大使称号。作为东京迪士尼度假区的亲善大使，您长期活跃于公共文化与社会福利的交汇点。能否分享一下是什么个人经历促使您将文化交流与公益行动紧密结合起来？ Shingo Kameda: Thank you sincerely to ICSO for this recognition. Reflecting on my personal journey, I have gradually come to realize that culture is not merely something to be displayed or consumed—it is, in fact, a highly effective mechanism for social communication. During my early involvement in various international cultural exchangeContinue reading “In Conversation with the ICSO International Public Welfare Ambassador: Shingo Kameda, Tokyo Disney Resort Goodwill Ambassador”
Google Receives the “Global Philanthropy Exemplary Enterprise Award” from ICSO International Philanthropy Organization
A Defining Case of How Technology Leadership Is Reshaping the Architecture of Global Public Value April 2025 · New York The International Council for Social Outreach (ICSO) officially announced that Google Inc. has been awarded the 2025 Global Philanthropy Exemplary Enterprise distinction, recognizing its long-term commitment to public-interest responsibility and its sustained contribution to globalContinue reading “Google Receives the “Global Philanthropy Exemplary Enterprise Award” from ICSO International Philanthropy Organization”
In Conversation with the ICSO International Philanthropy Ambassador:Renowned German Director Sofia Müller
Sofia Müller, a celebrated German actress, director, and photographer, is known for her sensitive yet profound visual language. Her works have been featured multiple times at the Berlin International Film Festival and the Locarno Film Festival, earning her a distinguished reputation in the European art film community. Beyond her artistic accomplishments, Sofia has long beenContinue reading “In Conversation with the ICSO International Philanthropy Ambassador:Renowned German Director Sofia Müller”
In Conversation with the ICSO International Philanthropy Ambassador: Technology for Good Advocate Zhixing Chen
Zhixing Chen, a young scholar and technology-for-good practitioner, was honored with the 2023 ICSO International Philanthropy Ambassador Award for his outstanding contributions at the intersection of technological innovation and philanthropy. With both visionary foresight and practical execution, Chen has been exploring how technology can generate sustainable social value. From academic classrooms in New York toContinue reading “In Conversation with the ICSO International Philanthropy Ambassador: Technology for Good Advocate Zhixing Chen”
Dialogue with ICSO International Philanthropy Ambassador: UN Goodwill Ambassador Natalia Vodianova
Natalia Vodianova, a renowned Russian model, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, currently serves as a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). For her outstanding contributions to promoting mental health awareness, supporting the well-being of children with disabilities, and advocating for social inclusion, she was awarded the 2025 ICSO International Philanthropy Ambassador title. Leveraging herContinue reading “Dialogue with ICSO International Philanthropy Ambassador: UN Goodwill Ambassador Natalia Vodianova”
In Conversation with ICSO International Public Welfare Ambassador: Human Rights Activist Alaa Murabit
Alaa Murabit, a Libyan-Canadian physician, human rights advocate, and Senior Advocate for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, was awarded the 2025 ICSO International Public Welfare Ambassador title for her outstanding contributions to global women’s empowerment, youth civic engagement, and health governance in conflict-affected regions. Bridging the worlds of medicine and international policy, she hasContinue reading “In Conversation with ICSO International Public Welfare Ambassador: Human Rights Activist Alaa Murabit”