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Creating Lasting Memories Through Culture and the City

FICFF Joins Hands with Children from LÖSEV – The Foundation for Children with Leukemia in Türkiye – for a Cultural Exchange Visit in Shanghai

The group then visited the area around Jing’an Temple, where they experienced the integration of traditional Chinese culture and modern urban life. At a local street market, the children encountered several forms of traditional folk craftsmanship. Among the most memorable experiences was “sugar blowing,” an intangible cultural heritage craft.

At Jing’an Temple, the children learned about the temple’s history and culture and took part in a traditional incense offering ceremony. In the quiet and solemn atmosphere, this became one of the most meaningful cultural moments of the day.

In the evening, the group visited shopping centers in Jing’an District to experience Shanghai’s modern urban life. The lights, spaces, and crowds reflected the rhythm of the city. In a relaxed atmosphere, the children continued to explore and connect, and later enjoyed dinner together.

As night fell, the group traveled to Shanghai Pudong International Airport. The city lights along the way offered a warm ending to the day. Although the visit was brief, it left lasting memories — about cultural understanding, human connection, and kindness that crosses distance and borders.

Throughout the journey, communication across languages was made possible through translation applications. Participants typed messages in different languages on their phones, with instant translation allowing conversations to flow naturally. Technology became an important bridge, helping people from different cultural backgrounds understand and connect with one another.

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Inspiring Exploration and Curiosity Through Nature and Science

FICFF Joins Hands with Children from LÖSEV – The Foundation for Children with Leukemia in Türkiye – for a Cultural Exchange Visit in Shanghai

In the afternoon, the group visited the Shanghai Natural History Museum, one of the city’s most representative science museums. As enormous dinosaur skeletons appeared before them and immersive ecological exhibition areas unfolded, the children showed visible excitement and curiosity. The museum’s rich interactive exhibitions sparked their interest in nature, science, and exploration, making the visit both inspiring and meaningful.

Fashion in a Conscious Future Foundation LÖSEV

FICFF Joins Hands with Children from LÖSEV – The Foundation for Children with Leukemia in Türkiye – for a Cultural Exchange Visit in Shanghai

Experiencing the Warmth of Culture Through a Shared Meal

At midday, the group enjoyed lunch at a restaurant in Suhewan MixC World, experiencing the richness and diversity of Chinese cuisine. Different ingredients and flavors brought the children a completely new culinary experience. Although the food was different from what they were used to in daily life, everyone approached the meal with openness and curiosity. This lunch was not only a dining experience, but also a relaxed and joyful moment of cultural exchange.

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FICFF Joins Hands with Children from LÖSEV – The Foundation for Children with Leukemia in Türkiye – for a Cultural Exchange Visit in Shanghai

A Special Day of Culture, Care, and Connection

On March 4, a meaningful cross-cultural exchange took place in Jing’an District, Shanghai. Five children from LÖSEV – The Foundation for Children with Leukemia in Türkiye – visited Shanghai for a special cultural experience. The visit was organized and coordinated by FICFF (Fashion in a Conscious Future Foundation), in collaboration with Nanjing West Road – Suhe Bay Central Activity Zone.

Early in the morning, the cruise ship arrived at Wusongkou International Cruise Terminal in Shanghai, where the team warmly welcomed the children upon arrival. A total of 15 participants joined the visit, including five children from LÖSEV, one accompanying nurse serving as team leader, six members of the FICFF team, and three representatives from Jing’an District. To ensure comfort and safety throughout the day, a 32-seat coach bus was specially arranged as transportation for the full program. After completing disembarkation procedures, the group departed for the city center and officially began their cultural exploration of Shanghai.

The morning itinerary began with a City Walk along Suzhou Creek, an important area where Shanghai’s history meets its modern urban landscape. The group visited several cultural and architectural landmarks, including Shenyu Li, Suhewan MixC World, Tianhou Temple, and the historic Shanghai General Chamber of Commerce Building. Walking through streets where traditional architecture and modern city spaces coexist, the children experienced Shanghai’s unique historical depth and urban vitality. During the visit, they explored with curiosity, took photos, and built their own connection with the city.
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From Livestream to Real Life — Women’s Voices at the United Nations:
Global leaders from digital platforms, media, and social impact sectors gathered at the United Nations Headquarters for the UNITAR – FICFF 2026 Women’s Forum during CSW70.

Moderated by Stephanie Fillion, Editor-in-Chief of Envoy Magazine, with remarks and discussions from Graysen Airth, Office Lead of UNITAR New York; Yitong Qin, Founder & Chairman of FICFF and Founder & CEO of UNIPX Group; Li Jiaqi (Austin Li), one of the world’s leading livestream commerce hosts and Murad Brand Ambassador; Victoria Leung, Founder & CEO of elvis+elvin; Brandy Rose Apostol, Founder of So Booked Up and The Right Book Club; and Rasha Mekky, Founder & Executive Director of Yalla Kafala. The forum explored how women are shaping innovation, sustainability, and inclusive growth — highlighted by Li Jiaqi’s livestream sessions generating over $2 billion in a single broadcast.

The event also welcomed distinguished guests including Laura Garcia Poretzky, founder of Laura Garcia Collection, and Wendy Abascal de La Faverie, reflecting its connection to the global luxury and fashion ecosystem, alongside international media leaders such as Razi Canikligil, President of Envoy Magazine UN, and Paolo Mastrolilli, North America Bureau Chief at La Repubblica.

As Yitong Qin shared, “Progress does not happen through one sector alone — it requires collaboration across institutions, businesses, and communities.”

Yitong Qin (Founder & Chairman of FICFF; Founder & CEO of UNIPX Group)

During the discussion, Qin offered a deeper explanation of the concept of “Fashion” within FICFF. He stressed that fashion is not limited to clothing or industry, but represents a broader vision of lifestyle and quality of life. “We do not want people to simply work to survive,” he said. “We want them to have the imagination and aspiration for a better life.” Even in resource-constrained environments, he emphasized, individuals should have the opportunity to envision a more dignified and fulfilling future, beyond basic survival.

Building on this philosophy, Qin shared practical experiences from FICFF’s work in regions such as Honduras. In some rural areas, children previously had to walk one to two hours to reach school. By building local schools and reducing travel time to just 20–30 minutes, access to education—and with it, future opportunity—improved significantly. He pointed out that when children lack access to education and guidance during critical developmental years, particularly between ages seven and eighteen, they are more vulnerable to losing direction or entering negative social pathways.

He further emphasized that education is not limited to literacy or academic learning, but must also include creativity and imagination. “We want children not only to complete their education, but to imagine their future, to have dreams, and to act on them.”

When addressing international collaboration, Qin highlighted the importance of cultural understanding. He argued that the real challenge lies in building solutions that respect local contexts. External organizations should not simply provide aid, but instead engage in continuous learning and dialogue with local communities. “True collaboration is about co-creation based on understanding, not one-directional giving.”