Featured speaker, Lisa Peterson and FV President Kendra Campbell Borja On Tuesday, September 1st we held our first Lunch & Meet of the season. It was a full house, with Friendly Villagers eager to hear from Lisa Peterson and her presentation, “The Power of Me.” It was a packed room with many members and new faces in attendance. Lisa opened by explaining what the title means to her: The power of me is the power of you. It’s the same power. And the reason she tells her own stories is so that,...

MSFV Grant Recipient: Miami Dade County Foster & Adoptive Parent Association On Monday, June 1, 2026, our organization and Village came together to celebrate a room filled with Heroes. During the event, 19 grants were awarded to local nonprofit organizations, along with four scholarships presented to deserving students. This event was dedicated to individuals who have exhibited great dedication and selfless work to stand by their missions. From supporting foster families, guiding LGBTQ youth,...

MSFSV President Susanne Rice and Equal Rights Activist Giselle Kovac On Tuesday, February 3rd, we had the honor of hearing from equal rights activist Giselle Kovac, whose lifelong commitment to equity and human dignity continues to inspire. Guided by a deep belief that everyone deserves equal opportunity to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, Giselle has spent more than forty years advocating for equal rights. Her activism began in healthcare, where, as a licensed midwife, she...