The 2021 Global Week to Act for SDGs has inspired 100 MILLION+ collective actions from organizations and individuals around the globe to accelerate progress towards the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Held during the high-level week of United Nations General Assembly, from 17–28 September. This year’s mobilization also highlighted the Food Systems Summit, pre-COP in Milan, and COP26 in Glasgow. Most importantly, people around the world from over 190 COUNTRIES joined together … [Read more...]
Indigenous leader, Ms. Celia Umenza Velasco
October 21, 2021 by
Statement by Ms. Celia Umenza Velasco at the UN Security Council Open Debate on Women, Peace and Security This statement was made by Ms. Celia Umenza Velasco, Indigenous leader, Legal Coordinator for the Indigenous Reservation of Tacueyó and member of ACIN (Association of Indigenous Councils of the North of Cauca), and on behalf of the NGO Working Group on Women, Peace and Security at the United Nations Security Council Open Debate on Women, Peace and Security. October 21, 2021. "Madam … [Read more...]
Road to Dignity by 2030 Revisited
October 19, 2021 by
“[We] have an historic opportunity and duty to act, boldly, vigorously and expeditiously, to turn reality into a life of dignity for all, leaving no one behind” In an informal briefing to the 193-Member Assembly on 4 December 2014, the UN chief presented his synthesis report, The Road to Dignity by 2030: Ending Poverty, Transforming All Lives and Protecting the Planet, alongside the President of the General Assembly, Sam Kutesa who also addressed delegates, describing the process of … [Read more...]
A Guide to Making Plans After Lockdown
June 19, 2020 by
With lockdowns being eased, it is perhaps difficult to know where to start when it comes to making plans with friends and family you haven’t seen in some time. Even those you have been living with during these testing months will be eager to get out with you to do the activities you have not been able to for a frighteningly long time. This guide should help you make the most of the return to normal – or as close to normal as possible – that is pending. Be Understanding Firstly, be … [Read more...]
Mental Health, the Secondary Global Pandemic
May 22, 2020 by
Countries around the world continue to mobilize to contain the spread of the corona virus, mental health experts say we can’t lose sight of another alarming issue: the long-term mental health impact the pandemic is going to leave on society. Infectious disease outbreaks, like the current coronavirus/COVID-19, can be scary and can affect our mental health. Some countries currently have universal medical care; but things like psychotherapy, which has proven to be an effective treatment for … [Read more...]
Keeping Kid’s Mental Health Strong During Home Schooling
May 21, 2020 by
COVID has turned life upside down for everyone. Parents and kids alike are struggling with the new norm of being home. All the time. Who knew that the “quality time” we all lamented as being in short supply, is actually quite stressful in large, undefined stretches? Right now, school is a primary source of stress, anxiety, frustration, and deep guilt for many parents. Our new role as “teacher” is one few of us were prepared for. We not only lack the skills, but we also lack the vital benefit … [Read more...]
How Women Can Travel Solo Without Breaking the Bank
April 24, 2020 by
With an increasing number of women looking to travel solo, you may be looking for the best ways to see the world without eradicating your savings or leaving you without any funding on your return to your home country. This article will discuss the best ways that you can explore the globe as a woman, even if you are on a budget. Find Cheap Deals With the arrival of the internet, finding cheap deals became increasingly easy, and it is now possible to get the flights and accommodation that … [Read more...]
Crown Sacrifices: What Royal Family Members Have to Give Up
April 16, 2020 by
What kind of monarchy is she in the 21st century? On the one hand, watching Prince Harry and Megan Markle's story, which is happening in front of millions literally online, one would think that the pressure on members of the royal family has decreased. Elizabeth II approved the choice of his grandson and allowed him to marry a divorced Catholic Markle (although before the wedding she will accept Anglicanism). Less than a century ago, however, the queen's uncle had to give up the throne for … [Read more...]
Women That Have Changed The Face of Gambling
April 1, 2020 by
You can do your research and you will discover that the online gambling industry considered its main target audience to be males between the ages of 20 and 45. While this might be the case, if you do another simple search of the casino industry, you’ll find that the first three pages are about female gamblers addicted to the game. Women and get just as addicted to men can. Women enjoy the game just as much as men and women have made just as many changes in the industry as men. Take a look at … [Read more...]
The Top 5 Female Gamblers In History
March 30, 2020 by
Gambling is not just a niche interest for men. You might have thought it was, given the way that gambling companies have advertised to men in the past and the way that you're far more likely to find men sat around a poker table or stood in front of a slots machine than women, but isn't the case. There's no biological reason that men would be better at gambling than women, and nor has there ever been any shortage of successful female gamblers - it's just that they've never had as high a profile … [Read more...]
The Biggest Women’s Sporting Events of 2020
February 25, 2020 by
Recently, there has been a sharp increase in the number of people taking an avid interest in women’s sporting events. Whether it be women’s football, athletics, golf, tennis, or anything else, the world of sports is no longer dominated by males. If you are interested in sports and are into sports betting, betting on women’s sports is actually extremely entertaining and can be highly lucrative as well. 2020 looks set to be one of the biggest sporting years for women. If you enjoy your sports … [Read more...]
Why More And More Women Are Gambling Online
October 25, 2019 by
If you are die-hard gambler then you probably do not need anyone to tell you that more and more people are gambling these days. Every time you step into a land-based casino or visit an online casino, you probably see different people. Heck, the only people that you probably recognize are the dealers and owners. Well, a lot of this has to do with the lax gambling legal regulations and a lot of this has to do with the numerous online gambling sites available today. Whatever the situation is, you … [Read more...]
Organizing Your First VIP Party
July 26, 2019 by
Featuring a famous name at an event can be beneficial for various reasons: you can increase brand recognition, boost event attendance, and more. This can be a heavy undertaking, however, as you need to pay special attention to the safety, comfort, and well being of both your VIP and your attendees. Similarly, the guest list will often include people of particular power and influence. Hence, organizing a VIP party can be considered a daunting task, and below are the steps you should take to … [Read more...]
The Growth in Popularity of Women’s Sports
July 9, 2019 by
It is clear that a number of women’s sports have made great strides in recent years. For instance, the opener of the 2019 soccer World Cup in France was watched by a record-breaking 9.83 million TV viewers in the host country. In the UK, close to 12 million people watched England lose to the USA in the semi-final. Why is female soccer now becoming more widely acknowledged and respected? It is also worth thinking about why some other sports aren’t yet showing the same signs of popularity and … [Read more...]
