Dr. Samarth Joseph, Honors 3 Peace Advocates and speaks at UN

Dr. Samarth Joseph, Honors 3 Global Peace Advocates, and Delivers massage at UN

New York, NY — Visionary leader, author, and youth advocate Dr. Samarth Joseph, Ph.D., M.S.I.B., B.S., Chaplain, and Founder & CEO of ESPOIR Youth Programs Inc., was a featured speaker at the International Day of Hope Summit and United Nations Conference held July 10–11, 2025. She was invited by Ambassador Dr. Hugues Sanon, internationally recognized for his work in peace, human rights, and sustainable development.

Speaking to a global audience at the Hilton Millennium Hotel’s Ambassador Ballroom at One UN Plaza, Dr. Joseph honored three influential global peace advocates for their leadership and contributions to humanity:

• Dr. Hong Tao-Tze, President of the Federation of World Peace and Love

• Honorable Dr. Prince Mario-Max Schaumburg-Lippe of Germany

• Ambassador Dr. Hugues Sanon, Representative of COJEP International at the United Nations

In a moving tribute, she reflected on the importance of gratitude and service, quoting Cicero and President John F. Kennedy:

“Gratitude is the greatest of all virtues and the parent of all others. The highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.”

On July 11, Dr. Joseph returned to the United Nations Headquarters platform to deliver a compelling call to action for global sustainability and intergenerational responsibility. Her message was clear:

“We are witnessing rising threats that could endanger the future of our youth. It is our responsibility to ensure that economic instability, environmental crises, and social unrest do not steal tomorrow’s hope. The next generation is counting on us to create a sustainable present—so they don’t just survive, but thrive.”

About Dr. Samarth Joseph:

Born in Haiti and a proud graduate of Westbury High School in New York, Dr. Samarth Joseph is a transformational community leader. In 2012, she founded ESPOIR Youth Programs Inc. (Espoir means “hope” in French) with the mission to empower young people and families across Nassau County, NY. To date, the organization has served over 9,200 youth and families through direct educational, social, and enrichment services.

Under her leadership, ESPOIR provides:

• Youth & Family Counseling: Support for mental health, anger management, relationship issues, substance abuse, and advocacy

• Educational Enrichment: STEM, arts, piano, dance, Zumba, swimming, peer mediation, and after-school tutoring

• Teen and Parent Services: Teen pregnancy prevention, parenting skills, and communication workshops

• Leadership Development: Scholarships, high school programs, and career-building initiatives

• Experiential Learning: Field trips to NASA, the White House, Liberty Bell, and the United Nations

The organization also operates:

• An Adult Learning Program: Real estate and stock market education

• A Longstanding Food Pantry: Serving families in need for over 11 years

• An International Partnership: Supporting a school in Thomassique, Haiti that feeds and educates 290 children tuition-free every year

Beyond ESPOIR:

Dr. Joseph is also CEO of El Olam’s Exquisite Properties, a real estate firm operating in New York and Texas. She is the author of the acclaimed book series “It’s Not Over Yet,” which is currently being developed into a film. Her lifetime memberships include:

• United Nations Association of the USA

• Empire Who’s Who of Executives and Professionals

• International Society of Female Professionals

She also serves on the boards of Advantage Care Health Centers and the Westbury Carle Place Chamber of Commerce.

Recent Honors:

Dr. Joseph’s humanitarian work has earned her several recognitions, including:

• Town of North Hempstead Women’s Roll of Honor (2023)

• Dr. Martin Luther King Visionary Award (2025) at the Women of Destiny Gala

Dr. Samarth Joseph’s return to the United Nations platform solidifies her role as a fierce advocate for peace, youth empowerment, and sustainable development—bringing hope where it’s needed most.

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