Nations United Award for Appreciation


Yasmina Ramzy from Arabesque Dance Company and Orchestra:

Winner of the Nations United Award of Appreciation 2010-2011

Yasmina is well known for elevating the status of Middle Eastern dance as high art and conveying its relationship with Arab music and culture. After many years of performing throughout the Middle East for royalty and heads of state, Yasmina Ramzy founded the critically acclaimed Arabesque Dance Company and Orchestra, Arabesque Academy and the International Bellydance Conference of Canada (IBCC). Her continued support as artistic mentor to Nations United is greatly appreciated.

Albert and Philip Haddad from the Yorkville Toronto Dental Specialists:

 The Haddads have been longtime supporters of Nations United by sponsoring a diverse range of projects and events. Their support also extends beyond their network here in Toronto. Both brothers are active members and supporters of Youth in Malawi – a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of children in Malawi, Africa. For their generous contributions to Nations United and Youth in Malawi, we nominate the brothers Haddad for an Award of Appreciation.

Meni Mencini from Tradeworks Inc:

 Meni Mancini has always been behind the scenes at Nations United sharing her wealth of knowledge in the form of mentor, supporter and friend. She has helped Nations United become what it is today and it’s success is thanks to the invaluable support of Meni Mancini.

Perry Toone from Thexyz Network

 Perry is a U.K./Canada based illustrator and web designer and creator of the popular social network Thexyznetwork. His talent in web solutions and graphic illustration have benefitted many clients in Canada and abroad. Perry has an incredible knack for bringing traditional artistic techniques into the world of new media. While some claim to be people of arts and letters, Perry is a man of vectors and code. His continued support in all things web and media for Nations United has gotten him a second nomination for Appreciation.

Paul Hesse from Hesse Law Firm:

 Paul excels at everything in his life. He succeeded at his studies and went on to become a lawyer and politician. However, he has always been active in the community, donating his time and services to a number of community and charitable organizations.
Nations United is among these and thanks Paul for his continued support with a nomination for Award of Appreciation.