Mothers Who Will Change The World

Ambassador Eric Goosby, MD, 05/12/12

United States Global AIDS Coordinator

What is the greatest gift we can give a mother this Mother's Day? There are many answers, but one is a healthy life for her and her child. This Mother's Day, let's sharpen our resolve to ensure mothers everywhere have children who are born HIV-free.

Adriana Lima, 05/12/12

Supermodel

After meeting the Haitian leadership at St. Damien's and St. Luke's Hospitals, I can tell you first hand that there is a great deal to be hopeful about in Haiti.

Matt Damon and Gary White, 05/12/12

Mother's Day is another day where in many countries women will be responsible for finding and fetching water for their families.

Ali Sweeney, 05/11/12

Host, 'The Biggest Loser'

I may not know firsthand what my grandmother went through when she was diagnosed, but I know how her loss has affected my mother. I can only hope that my children, and their children, won't ever have to face the prospect of a life with cancer.

Eli Davidson, 05/12/12

Women's Empowerment Expert, International Best Selling Author and TV personality

How often have we each been so embroiled in our own petty dramas that we breeze past someone in trouble? My hand is raised. How about yours?

Cesar Millan, 05/12/12

Dog Whisperer and CEO of CesarsWay.com

I try to talk to my mother every day (and if I don't, she calls me!). She has taught me tolerance, patience, caregiving, and unconditional love. She was the original calm and assertive person in my life.

Bob Carter, M.D., 05/12/12

Missionary Physician, Serving in Mission in Kenya

As a doctor practicing in Africa, I have seen the AIDS pandemic unfold. I have witnessed the spread of HIV slow down as progress has been made in identifying effective prevention strategies.

Maureen Greenwood-Basken, 05/12/12

Executive Director, Universal Access Project of the United Nations Foundation

It is no coincidence that the countries with the highest rates of child mortality, mostly in the Middle East, Southeast Asia, or sub-Saharan Africa, also have some of the lowest rates of contraceptive prevalence.

Stephanie Schriock, 05/11/12

President, EMILY's List

Gabriel Giffords beamed at her mom throughout Gloria's speech. Gloria was firm about one thing: Gabby was determined, she was focused, she wasn't done yet.

Leila Chirayath Janah, 05/12/12

Founder, Samasource

This Mother's Day, we are offering cards on our site to fund surgeries for women in need. In honor of mothers all over the world who work hard to take care of their families each day, Samahope enables anyone to give the gift of saving a woman's life.

Jose Antonio Vargas, 05/11/12

Founder, Define American

Diversity is destiny in 21st century America. More women will hold positions of power. African Americans will keep breaking barriers. Demographically, the country will look more Latino and more Asian -- most of them documented, many of them without papers. And more members of the LGBT community, of all colors, not just gay and lesbian but also transgender people, will continue to come out, insisting that they, too, be seen as fully human, capable of love and worthy of marriage. A different American majority is emerging, and what it means to be a minority in a country that will soon be minority-majority is being redefined.

Dr. Ciro de Quadros, 05/12/12

Executive Vice President, Sabin Vaccine Institute

The 2012 G8 summit offers an important moment for global leaders to signal to the rest of the world that immunization and vaccine development programs are a top priority. They should not let this opportunity pass them by.

Cheryl Christmas, 05/11/12

Program Director, Foster Grandparent Program

We can point to numerous surveys that relate the benefits of volunteering and well-being, but maybe you're more of a show-me type and need proof. Consider these volunteers who are still making the time to serve others past age 100.

John R. Seffrin, 05/12/12

CEO, American Cancer Society Inc.

Efforts to tackle noncommunicable diseases should not rest solely on the shoulders of governments and multilaterals. If we are to bring these diseases under control, we must have a commitment and cooperation from all sectors.

Noel Irwin Hentschel, 05/11/12

Chairman, CEO and co-Founder, AmericanTours International

In a world more focused on material gain and personal status, let us highlight the fruits of spiritual growth and shared virtues.

Lisa Cerasoli, 05/11/12

Actor, filmmaker

My grandmother, Nora Jo, moved in with my family when her Alzheimer's disease advanced to the point where it was dangerous for her to live alone. That's when "chaos" of ultra-farcical proportions began.

Professor Sir Gordon Conway, 05/11/12

Professor of International Development, Agriculture for Impact, Imperial College London

Despite the multiple challenges at large, I am optimistic about African agriculture. There has certainly never been a better basis to build on.