Doug Stringer is the Founder and President of Somebody Cares America and Somebody Cares International, a global network of chapters, centers, affiliate and partner churches and organizations working together to bring hope and healing to their communities through Prayer initiatives, Compassion outreaches and Cooperative efforts. The Collaborative network has grown rapidly and now impacts communities and cities around the world. What began as an outreach to the inner city and homeless in Houston, Texas in 1981, has become a clarion call for us to cross our ethnic and denominational barriers to be a tangible expression of Christ to our communities. His years of ministry experiences have taken him to numerous communities and nations; from urban to foreign fields; from garbage dumps to the palaces and halls of government leaders. As an Asian-American, born in Japan, Doug is considered a bridge-builder and ambassador. Doug is an internationally sought after speaker, author, and consultant to community groups, churches, civic, city and national leaders. Doug has spoken to and ministered to thousands of pastors, ministry leaders, as well as governmental leaders at conferences and conventions over the last few years alone. From Preachers to Politicians, he has brought messages on Courageous and Persevering Leadership through challenging times. He has been a contributor and sited in numerous publications, articles, and books in various languages.