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Friday, 22 December 2006
Completion of Partnership to Help Tsunami-Affected Families
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| Press Release | Source: Habitat for Humanity International |
Ricky Martin Foundation and Habitat for Humanity Announce Completion of Partnership to Help Tsunami-Affected Families
Thursday December 21, 8:00 am ET Hundreds of Tsunami-Affected Families and their children have homes in Thailand thanks to the support of The Ricky Martin Foundation and Habitat for Humanity BANGKOK, Thailand, Dec. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- As the second anniversary of the deadly Indian Ocean tsunami approaches, Habitat for Humanity International and the Ricky Martin Foundation announced the completion of their partnership to restore 224 new and rehabilitated houses for tsunami-affected families in Thailand. (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20061221/CLTH032-a ) (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20061221/CLTH032-b ) "Through the generosity of Ricky Martin and his foundation, we were able to leverage the funds to improve the lives of hundreds of families with good housing, upgraded water and sanitation and enhanced livelihood opportunities," said Jonathan Reckford, CEO of Habitat for Humanity International. As an advocate of children's human rights, Ricky Martin visited Thailand in January 2005 to assess the needs of the youngest survivors who are extremely vulnerable to traffickers after natural catastrophes. "During my first trip to Thailand immediately following the Tsunami, I met with families that had literally lost everything, including family members who were primary care providers and their entire lives were changed from one moment to the next. The priority was to see that families, especially those with young children, were able to move out of tent camps, where they were in many cases in danger, and into good permanent housing", recalls Martin. Two months after The Ricky Martin Foundation visited the devastated zone, they signed a historical alliance with Habitat for Humanity to construct 224 homes for the tsunami-affected families. In July 2005, Martin returned to the coastal zone of Phang Nga to dedicate the completion of the first Habitat houses with their new owners. "The Ricky Martin Foundation puts the lives of children and families first; it is a pleasure to partner with them," said Peter Gape, Habitat's regional program manager for the Mekong countries. In that specific zone PhrueTiaou, Phang Nga province, a total of 60 houses were completed as part of a large relocation project serving families that were the hardest hit of the Thai tsunami-affected families. "Working with Habitat for Humanity, we were able to move 60 families into brand new homes in a matter of months, and the effect that this had on their lives was again, life changing, but this time for the better. During my second trip to Thailand, I had the opportunity to hand the house keys to the first set of families. It was incredible ... I saw that by working together, the Ricky Martin Foundation and Habitat for Humanity provided not only shelter, but more importantly hope, to some of the most vulnerable citizens, the children, and their families," Martin concluded. As more governmental, non-governmental organizations and the private sector joined the building effort, Habitat for Humanity International and the Ricky Martin Foundation focused on the poverty-stricken coastal community of Kho Sirey that was suffering from tsunami damage and loss of livelihood. "The fishing industry recovered slowly, so construction employment was a real boost to the community. Now there are new and improved houses and for the first time, non-polluting toilets. Kho Sirey is a model of improved housing and community services," added Gape. Habitat for Humanity has helped more than 700 tsunami-affected families in Thailand to construct improved housing. More than 6,000 families in India, Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand have benefited from Habitat's tsunami- recovery program. About Habitat for Humanity International Habitat for Humanity International is an ecumenical Christian ministry that welcomes to its work all people dedicated to the cause of eliminating poverty housing. Since 1976, Habitat has built more than 200,000 houses providing simple, decent and affordable shelter for 1 million people. For additional information about Habitat for Humanity, please visit http://www.habitat.org About the Ricky Martin Foundation The Ricky Martin Foundation advocates for the well being of children around the globe in critical areas such as social justice, education and health. Our flagship program People for Children condemns child exploitation. For additional information, please visit http://www.rickymartinfoundation.org
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Saturday, 15 July 2006
RICKY MARTIN ON MTV UNPLUGGED
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RICKY MARTIN TO RECORD THE NEXT EDITION OF MTV UNPLUGGED SERIES MTV Latin America in collaboration with MTV Tr3s will produce "MTV Unplugged: Ricky Martin" in Miami in August 2006 , Special Will Premiere on MTV Latin America, MTV Tr3s, MTV Puerto Rico and on more than 100 MTV channels worldwide. 
MIAMI, FL JULY 11, 2006-MTV Latin America announced today that Sony/BMG superstar Ricky Martin will tape the next edition of its MTV Unplugged franchise, which will be produced by MTV Latin America in collaboration with MTV Tr3s. This marks the 19th MTV Unplugged show for MTV Latin America, and the first production for MTV's recently announced MTV Tr3s for the U.S. Latin market.MTV Unplugged:Ricky Martin will tape in Miami in August 2006 and it will debut on MTV Latin America, MTV Tr3s and MTV Puerto Rico in November 2006. The special will be made available to air on more than 100 MTV channels around the world, as well as select broadcast networks. The show will also be released on CD and DVD and will be distributed worldwide in November 2006 by Sony BMG. In addition, the production will include new media components to be announced shortly. MTV Unplugged: Ricky Martin ,will provide an acoustic platform for Martin to rediscover his music ,and perform both new songs and ,bonafide hits in an ,intimate setting before a live audience. ,Martin's music will be tailored for the unplugged setting with the use of strings, horns and percussion in order to provide memorable musical moments. "Ricky Martin is without question one of the most successful Latin artists in the world," commented Jose Tillan, Senior Vice President of music programming and talent strategy for MTV Networks Latin America and MTV Tr3s in the US. "We will work closely with Ricky in developing a musical platform where his music is showcased in a very different light from his previous work. He is looking forward to taking musical chances by mixing genres and cultures, which are great ingredients for a successful show. I think we will have a great time working together in making a show that will speak to audiences all over the world," added Tillan. "Creating music that reaches millions of people through the magic of TV is an extraordinary opportunity. That is why this project with MTV Latin America is of interest to me and we're working on giving them a truly spectacular musical event that will showcase our music and the unique energy to every corner of the globe especially the Latin communities." commented Ricky Martin. "Simply put, this is the right project for the right artist at the right time. ,We very much look forward to showcasing Ricky's depth as performer and creative force through the unique, worldwide brand that is MTV Unplugged. , We have already had a lot of fun with Ricky, Jose and the production team in our initial meetings. , And the best is yet to come!" commented Kevin Lawrie, President of Sony/BMG Latin. Singer/songwriter and Latin pop icon Ricky Martin returns to the MTV stage fresh off the release of his 2005 album, "Life," which encompasses his most eclectic cross-cultural collection to-date. The first single ?,I Don't Care' was produced by Scott Storch, pop music's hottest producer, and has quickly become a favorite among critics and the MTV audience. "Life" topped the charts with its reggaeton-infused "Drop it on Me" and heavy-hitting collaborators Daddy Yankee, Fat Joe, Voltio, Amerie and Taboo of the Black Eyed Peas. Ricky's crossover success embarked with his self-titled album in 1999, which tallied over 17 million copies worldwide and registered seven-time platinum in the US. His hit single, "La Copa de la Vida," became the official song of the World Cup France '98 and "Livin La Vida Loca" became the #1 single in five international markets including the US, UK, Canada, New Zealand, and Ireland. Martin's slew of awards includes Grammys (Both International and Latin), Latin Billboards, a ?,Lifetime Achievement Award' from Premio Lo Nuestro, MTV Video Music Awards, and numerous MTV Viewer's Choice Awards in Latin America and Russia. To date, Martin has sold more than 50 million albums worldwide. MTV Latin America's MTV Unplugged concert series includes 18 productions that have prompted recognition from several industry giants. The Alejandro Sanz MTV Unplugged won three 2002 Latin Grammys for "Album of the Year", "Record of the Year", and "Song of the Year". Mexican band Man?, received a Latin Grammy in the "Best Pop Group or Duo" category for their 2000 Unplugged. In 2002, Colombian sensation Shakira garnered a Grammy and two Latin Grammys for her MTV Unplugged album and most recently, Diego Torres quadrupled sales in the US and received a "Best Latin Pop Album" Grammy nomination for his MTV Unplugged compilation as well. The MTV Unplugged series creates a space where artists can reinvent their music and perform new and well-known songs in an intimate, acoustic setting before a live audience. The series premiered on MTV U.S. in 1989 with the British rock band Squeeze, while MTV Latin America produced its first episode with Argentine band Fabulosos Cadillacs. To date, MTV has produced more than 100 MTV Unpluggeds, 18 of which have been produced by MTV Latin America. MTV Networks Latin America, Inc., a unit of Viacom Inc., owns and operates MTV Latin America, Nickelodeon Latin America, VH1 Latin America, Viacom Networks Brazil, which operates Nickelodeon and Vh1 in Brazil, and the MTV Networks Digital Suite, a package of five digital services - MTV Jams, MTV Hits, VH1 Soul, VH1 Mega Hits and Nickelodeon's GAS (Games and Sports for Kids). MTV Tr3s is the next step in MTV: Music Television's commitment to super-serve youth audiences in next generation markets. The newly launched network will be an entertainment destination rooted in the fusion of American and Latin music and cultures through high-quality programming that showcases the biggest names and hits in pop, urban and rock. Debuting 3Q 2006, MTV Tr3s will include lifestyle series, customized MTV music franchises and news documentaries that celebrate U.S. Latinos, their culture, music and artists.
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Thursday, 9 March 2006
INNFA SIGNS AGREEMENT WITH RICKY MARTIN FOUNDATION
INNFA SIGNS AGREEMENT WITH RICKY MARTIN FOUNDATION AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING (Quito, Ecuador) - The National Institute of Children and Family (INNFA) and the Ricky Martin Foundation, signed an Inter-institutional Cooperation Agreement for the promotion and diffusion of messages regarding a National Campaign against Human Trafficking. The agreement was created by the First Lady and President of INNFA, Maria Paret de Palacio, Cornelio Tamariz, Executive Director of INNFA and Angel Saltos, President of the Ricky Martin Foundation. The First Lady expressed her gratitude for the support given to this campaign, especially to Ricky Martin and Ecuadorian Angel Saltos, President of the Ricky Martin Foundation, for helping stop the sexual exploitation of children, and to inform the public through this campaign of the real threat faced by children so they can denounce the terrible treatment to which they can fall victim. The main objective of the campaign is to educate the public about the dangers of illegal migration, especially when guided by traffickers who deceive their victims, taking what little they have and in some cases, turning them into labor or sex slaves. In our country, the percentage of these cases has increased due to the illegal migration of more of our countrymen. The First Lady and National President of INNFA, was able to secure television spots from the Ricky Martin Foundation, in which the famous singer urges the end of child sexual exploitation. INNFA has been able to diffuse the campaign in 12 provinces throughout the country, through television, radio and press. Human trafficking is an international crime and in our country, it is sanctioned with 35 years in jail./F.V.
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Updated: Thursday, 9 March 2006 12:15 AM CET
Friday, 3 March 2006
The Ricky Martin Foundation and NESQUIK unite...
...to benefit the Puerto Rican youth 
(Puerto Rico, February 27, 2006) - Firm in its mission of social responsibility and its believe in joining efforts through alliances, the Ricky Martin Foundation and Nestle Puerto Rico have united in an amusing campaign of social responsibility supporting the commendable efforts by Crearte for the wellbeing of Puerto Rican children who live in metropolitan areas with high incidences of crime.
Recognizing Crearte as a non-profit organization that has successfully achieved the prevention of crime, a lower incidence of school desertion and of social problems in the community of San Jose in Rio Piedras, the organization lead by the Puerto Rican artist and humanitarian Ricky Martin, jointly, created a t-shirt with the trademark NESQUIK Bunny to benefit Crearte. And they incite parents and children alike to offer hope and a better future to those children who day by day, nurse their self esteems through Crearte.
Angel Saltos, President of the Ricky Martin Foundation, reiterated that, "continuing with our compromise with children's rights globally and within our role as facilitators, together with NESQUIK, we selected Crearte due to the great impact in the social wellbeing they've had among children between the ages of 7 to 15, who previously had no healthy after-school alternatives, and who fortunately, can now count on a rich, structured program that strengthens their values through artistic, entertaining and educative activities."
Meanwhile, Maria Eugenia Argomaniz, Marketing Manager at Nestle Puerto Rico, sustained that the alliance with the Ricky Martin foundation, "allows us to reach our principal goal, to promote the healthy development of our Puerto Rican children. Many of these children and teenagers do not have such basic necessities as adequate adult supervision by their parents, families and/or guardians, therefore increasing their risk of getting involved in criminal activity, and our mission is to improve the social conditions of our communities. We are extremely pleased with the Ricky Martin Foundation and we are certain this relationship will strengthen through the years in benefit of our Puerto Rican youth.
On the other hand, Doris Chambers, President of Crearte's Board, was grateful for the union of forces for the future of Puerto Rican children who now enjoy a culture of peace, thanks to their work, presided by Brenda Liz santos, Executive Director, the staff and volunteers. "You can count on us and Puerto Rico because as a team, we will help the sales of the official NESQUIK and Ricky Martin Foundation t-shirt at the selected locations. With the money collected, we will be able to improve our programs, which have undoubtedly contributed to the future of a community that improves when we provide more." The t-shirt will be available for sale in participating supermarkets starting March 4. NESQUIK will also donate a percentage of the sales of all its products to benefit this alliance.
Ricky Martin, a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, commented from Italy where he performed during the closing ceremonies of the Winter Olympics, that he was very grateful to this alliance. "It is our mission to provide social wellbeing to children through alliances with other non-profit entities and the private sector. This initiative will allow hundreds of Puerto Rican children to continue to enrich their self esteem through art, dance, sports and tutorial projects offered by Crearte. We all win."
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Promotional Details
The social responsibility campaign initiates with the sale of the official NESQUIK and Ricky Martin Foundation t-shirt on Saturday, March 4. It will be available at all points of sale indicated in the calendar published on www.primerahora.com. In addition to the funds collected through the sale of the official t-shirt, we invite you to look for more information at your local supermarket or favorite store. Cooperate by purchasing the official NESQUIK/Ricky Martin Foundation t-shirt to help offer hope to our marginal children and youth.
Nestle Puerto Rico
Nestle is the #1 company worldwide, in the manufacturing of food for all stages of life. Nestle is compromised with providing Nutrition, Health and Wellbeing to its consumers through their high quality products.
Ricky Martin Foundation
We are a non-profit organization focused on the wellbeing of children around the world in crucial areas such as social injustice, education and health. Our star project, People For Children, educates, denounces and condemns child exploitation.
Crearte
A non-profit organization whose purpose is to prevent, through tutorial, sports, dance and fine arts programs, the desertion of schools in marginal sectors in the surrounding areas of San Jose in Rio Piedras.
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Monday, 13 February 2006
The Ricky Martin Foundation Provides Humanitarian Assistance to the Youngest Survivors of Katrina
HOUSTON -- E. A. Ollie Middle School and Madison High School, two academic institutions located in Houston that where severely stricken by hurricane Katrina, received with enthusiasm humanitarian support from the Ricky Martin Foundation. With this donation, the Foundation concludes the relief efforts that began last September when Ricky Martin, Founder & President of the non-profit organization and Goodwill Ambassador to UNICEF, visited the devastated zone. Angel Saltos, President of the Ricky Martin Foundation, said that after their visit to The Astrodome, The Playground Center and The Texas Children's Hospital, the Foundation sent shoes, educational games, diapers and food to various centers throughout the city. Parallel to this immediate relief response, the Foundation established a Relief Fund for the youngest survivors of Katrina. The donation was made official in a friendly ceremony where Ricky Martin, Fernando Fernandez, Chief Operating Officer of the Foundation, and Saltos exchanged ideas with the principals and various teachers of The E. A. Ollie Middle School and Madison High School. "We feel very fortunate to aid the most vulnerable population. This relief effort is only achievable by forging alliances. We sincerely appreciate the support given by the private sector, The Salvation Army, local non-profits such as Saving Lives through Alternate Options (SLAO) and many individuals. We will also like to congratulate the teachers for being leaders in times of social turmoil", Martin said prior to his concert in Houston. "As a teacher, I sincerely thank the Foundation for your support on behalf of my colleagues and students, specially the ones that underwent horrible experiences after the hurricane", said teacher Nilda S. Lopez at E. A. Ollie Middle School. The Ricky Martin Foundation will offer economic assistance for an after-school program which includes extracurricular activities such as sports and arts at the E. A. Ollie Middle School. Whereas, Madison High School will receive economic aid to further develop a psychological support program for students who experienced trauma after hurricane Katrina. This humanitarian initiative confirms the Foundation's commitment: to advocate for the social welfare and security of children
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