The World Kindness USA objectives
- Foster National Collaboration: Establish and maintain a platform for collaboration among US cities to build a stronger nation and support the global campaign for a Kinder World.
- Facilitate Knowledge Sharing: Cultivate a network for sharing innovative kindness ideas, programs, and experiences among members across all sectors and cities.
- Inspire and Influence Positive Change: Actively engage, inspire, and influence individuals, organizations, and communities to blossom into a kinder and more compassionate world.
- Integrate Kindness into Every Sector: Ensure kindness is prioritized and actively promoted, encouraging participation from educational institutions to government bodies.
- Affirm Kindness as Strength: Clearly communicate that kindness is a powerful attribute, never to be mistaken for weakness, and advocate for this understanding in all messaging.
- Champion National Recognition for Kindness Cities: Place kindness firmly on the national agenda by encouraging all US cities to engage in "Conversations in Kindness", embed a culture of kindness, and seek official recognition and international endorsement as a "World Kindness City".
- Amplify Member Initiatives: Actively support and promote the kindness activities and campaigns of members at every opportunity.
- Advocate for Governmental Support: Drive the passage of federal legislation and the official signing of a bipartisan Declaration of Support for a Kinder World by the US government.
- Achieve National Recognition for World Kindness Day: Secure official recognition of World Kindness Day (November 13th) on the National Calendar.
- Promote Global Kindness at the UN: Advocate for the US government to co-sponsor a motion at the United Nations General Assembly, encouraging all member nations to unanimously sign a Declaration of Support for a Kinder World.
Laguna Beach Mayor and Council members wearing Keep Laguna Kind hats