Empowering Change Through the Forget Me Not Foundation

Storytelling remains one of its most powerful tools. Personal narratives breathe humanity into historical events, transforming dates and statistics into lived experiences that bridge cultural and generational divides. Through these stories, empathy becomes possible—and with empathy comes lasting understanding.

The Role of a Human Rights and Education Foundation

Human-rights and educational organizations are pillars of a just society. They illuminate the shadows cast by oppression and silence, giving voice to those who have been marginalized. By teaching communities about historical injustices, they cultivate awareness, empathy, and the civic responsibility required for meaningful social progress.

The Forget-Me-Not Foundation embodies this mission with its unwavering dedication to preserving the memory of the 1989 Tiananmen movement and the complex history of Sino-U.S. relations. These are not abstract stories—they are testimonies of courage, sacrifice, and the unbreakable human spirit. By keeping these narratives alive, the foundation ensures that the values of freedom and dignity remain central to global consciousness.

Education, in this context, is not just the transmission of facts. It is an invitation to reflect, to question, and to act. The foundation’s programs encourage dialogue and critical thinking, empowering individuals to become advocates for justice within their own communities. This ripple effect—knowledge turning into action—is the foundation’s true legacy.

Commemorating human rights through education

Preserving Historical Truths

Historical truth is fragile. It can be distorted, suppressed, or forgotten. The Forget-Me-Not Foundation confronts this challenge head-on through dedicated archival research, oral-history projects, and global educational outreach.

Its multifaceted approach ensures that the stories of those who stood for freedom are neither lost nor silenced. Collaborating with scholars, educators, journalists, and activists worldwide, the foundation broadens the reach of its mission and strengthens the global historical record.

Storytelling remains one of its most powerful tools. Personal narratives breathe humanity into historical events, transforming dates and statistics into lived experiences that bridge cultural and generational divides. Through these stories, empathy becomes possible—and with empathy comes lasting understanding.

Archival preservation of Tiananmen movement history

Education as a Force for Human Rights

Education is the cornerstone of human-rights advocacy. It equips individuals with the knowledge and courage needed to recognize injustice, challenge oppression, and champion equality. For the Forget-Me-Not Foundation, education is a transformative force.

Effective human-rights education goes far beyond textbooks. It involves real-world engagement—critical discussions, immersive workshops, public programs, and digital resources that reach global audiences. These efforts nurture informed, resilient citizens who understand both their rights and their responsibilities.

Through this work, the foundation plants seeds of change. Over time, these seeds grow into movements, policies, and cultural shifts that protect human dignity and prevent future atrocities.

Building a Global Voice for Freedom and Dignity

The foundation’s mission extends beyond remembrance and education: it strives to be a global voice for freedom and human dignity. This requires courage, collaboration, and unwavering commitment.

By connecting activists, scholars, and everyday citizens around the world, the foundation creates a shared platform for advancing human rights. In an era when censorship and historical revisionism threaten truth itself, the foundation’s voice serves as both shield and beacon—defending historical integrity while lighting pathways toward justice.

It reminds us that history is not static. History is a living dialogue between past and present, shaping the future we choose to create.

A Call to Memory, Courage, and Action

The journey of the Forget-Me-Not Foundation is a testament to the power of memory, education, and advocacy. It teaches us that change becomes possible when we honor the past with honesty and courage. It calls each of us to action—to become stewards of truth, defenders of human rights, and champions of human dignity.

In this shared endeavor, we find hope:

hope that the lessons of history will guide us toward a world where freedom and dignity are not privileges, but universal rights.