Julie Chandler is the author of Orphans and the Fatherless:Making Ourselves Known. She is also the Executive Director of canadian artists for the poor. This non-profit organization is dedicated to helping break the cycle of poverty. Through art auctions, events, and art walks, canadian artists for the poor not only raises funds that go to support charities working with those living in extreme poverty, but it also works towards raising the profile of many talented Canadian artists.