Food security to be at center of Africa development agenda June 2013, Yokohama, Japan - The three heads of the Rome-based United Nations agencies today called for food security and nutrition to be placed at the centre of the international agenda for African development. Special attention should be given to supporting smallholder farmers to improve global food security and empowering rural women, addressing gender inequalities and enabling them to transform their own lives and the lives of … [Read more...]
Join Michael Downing, CEO of TOUT, for a 30-minute web demo!
WordPress.com VIP Featured Partner Tout, a real-time information network for up-to-the-minute video updates across news, sports, politics, entertainment, is going to hold a free 30 minute demo for VIP clients and partners to discover how to use this popular network with WordPress. With Tout, you can embed real-time videos into your website in less than 30 seconds that help to increase traffic, build loyalty and open new channels for monetization. Tout powers real-time video updates for a … [Read more...]
De-bunking Mideast Myths: Sara Mohamed on Arab Women in Business
Lorre White - WOMAN of ACTION™ reports: Sara Mohamed on Arab Women in Business … [Read more...]
Mongolia, The vital Role of Women in Society
September 2012 – The vital role of women in society was a key feature in the speech of Mongolia’s President Tsakhia Elbegdorj to the United Nations General Assembly today, with a particular call for more women in leadership positions. “We need more women leaders. Women tend to see the whole picture. For society to advance, we need more women in public service at all levels – local to global. They bring a unique perspective often missing in global challenges,” President Elbegdorj … [Read more...]
2012 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards Gala – Nov 28
Celebrate the Extraordinary 2012 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards Gala Recipients of the 2012 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards will be recognized at the Gala on November 28, at the prestigious Fairmont Royal York Hotel. Join us for an inspiring evening that honours the courage and celebrates the stories of exceptional women nation-wide. Indulge in an evening among stars and enjoy the glamour of this year's gala as we pay tribute to this year's finalists … [Read more...]









