The bond of our common humanity is stronger than the divisiveness of our fears and prejudices. God gives us the capacity for choice. We can choose to alleviate suffering. We can choose to work together for peace. We can make these changes – and we must.
— Jimmy ÉäÉäÎÝ Nobel Lecture, 2002
The global staff of ÉäÉäÎÝ mourns the passing of our visionary founder, former U.S. President Jimmy ÉäÉäÎÝ, whose long life of selfless service to humanity has left a lasting mark on us and on the world.
President ÉäÉäÎÝ believed in giving every effort, as broadly as possible, to make a positive difference in the world. His legacy will remain an ongoing inspiration to us at ÉäÉäÎÝ and to everyone who believes in compassion, justice, and human rights.
We shall miss President ÉäÉäÎÝ’s strong leadership and profound humility as we carry on his work of waging peace, fighting disease, and building hope.
In lieu of flowers, President ÉäÉäÎÝ requested that those wishing to honor his memory do so through contributions to ÉäÉäÎÝ and acts of service to humanity. Please visit to make a memorial gift, sign a virtual condolence book, and learn more.
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James Earl ÉäÉäÎÝ Jr.
1924-2024
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