One of the challenges facing Libya as it builds democracy following the fall of the Muammar Qadhafi regime is the reform of the security sector.[ wananchi wa Libya washerehekea] The Voice of Libyan Women is celebrating at our Women’s Center in Zawia today for an event for Mother & Children of Martyrs. Please come and join us in the celebration starting at 2:30 PM. The event is for women and children only.There is a contest for the best poem and art piece representing “The Power of … [Read more...]
Lorin J. MacDonald – WOMAN of ACTION™
August 15, 2012 by Leave a Comment
A Celebration of Women™ is honored to Celebrate the Life of this definite power of example to all women. Dealing with her own physical challenges, this woman is blazing new paths for all women with her own hearing disability, forging new horizons, new ways so to enable all the Women of our World to live fulfilled, thriving lives. WOMAN of ACTION™ Lorin J. MacDonald “A lot of people try to understand my hearing loss, and honestly, Iʼm too busy doing … [Read more...]
Camille Brockman, Digital Information and the Criminal Justice System
July 3, 2012 by 1 Comment
Digital Information and the Criminal Justice System An effective criminal justice system demands access to information in a timely manner. In fact, in many situations, having that crucial piece of the puzzle may be the difference between life and death. In the aftermath of 9/11, federal, state, and local agencies stressed the need for information sharing and accessibility. Since then, several initiatives have been developed to further improve access to information and encourage all … [Read more...]
WOMAN of ACTION – Sandra Stapley
February 26, 2012 by 1 Comment
A Celebration of Women is excited to Celebrate the Life of this Crusader in our Society. The Courage and Conviction of this Women has taken her back to school at the age of 52, to study Law, so to work in the field that can create change in our World. One of her 'Pet Peeves' is the lack of Integrity in some of the Government & Politics, in general, around our World. She is on a Mission to contribute to Positive Change and motivate others to Take Action in their own … [Read more...]
‘MALICIOUS MOTHER SYNDROME’, Is this YOU?
December 5, 2011 by 2 Comments
A Celebration of Women is ... a global women's advocacy organization that is on a mission to educate, inspire and motivate the Women of our World to Take Action in their own lives. This statement includes taking responsibility for our own decisions, errors in judgement and mistakes. Contributing to to an UN-healthy environment for the children we birth is NOT an acceptable practice for anyone, regardless of circumstance. NO EXCUSES EXIST. Regardless of circumstance, as painful as it may be, … [Read more...]
NEPAL: Women in Chhuaupadi – ADELE BUTLER
May 27, 2011 by Leave a Comment
Nepali Women and Girls Isolated During Menstruation On the Violence is Not Our Culture site, I read about a ritual practice in Nepal called Chhuaupadi pratha which can cause prolonged depression and even death among girls and women. “Chhau” means menstruation and “padi” – woman. It is a ritual which banishes girls and women during their menstruation. It is dangerous because it also isolates women during and after childbirth. These women are banished fro up to eleven days … [Read more...]
