WomenArts works to empower an international community of women artists and allies by sharing news about inspiring arts projects and funding opportunities, and by facilitating the annual world-wide Support Women Artists Now (SWAN) celebrations in March and April. Support Women Artists Now Day! SWAN Day/Support Women Artists Now Day is an international holiday designed to showcase the power and diversity of women’s creativity. Be a part of SWAN Day by creating or participating in a local … [Read more...]
Inspiring Women Singers from Three Generations
March 7, 2018 by
Great music has always had the power to move the soul as well as the feet, and since modern music began, women singers and musicians have been at the very heart of it. Some singers have also transcended the consumerist nature of 'pop' and used their music to spread a positive message, and legends such as Nina Simone have become known for their message as well as their music. Nina's legacy is still relevant and still growing, as we see with these three inspiring women singers who first found fame … [Read more...]
Sarah Brightman – Space Traveler for UNESCO
October 11, 2012 by
Sarah Brightman, the UNESCO Artist for Peace and world-famous soprano, announced today that she will travel to the International Space Station after her next world tour – and use the opportunity to promote the work of UNESCO. Both the tour and her next album will be called Dreamchaser. “It’s so important for people to follow their dreams,” said Brightman. “I’ve wanted to travel into space ever since I saw Neil Armstrong set foot on the moon when I was a little girl.” At a news conference … [Read more...]
‘Exclusive White Carpet Event’, LaMaquette features CINDY ASHTON
February 20, 2012 by
WHITE CARPET EVENT What: Cindy Ashton has teamed with Ange Kanavas, owner of La Maquette, to bring you an exclusive white carpet event. If you choose to do dinner & show, you will be greeted with Champagne followed by a sophisticated 3 course dinner along with a 2 act show. Otherwise you come for the show and order what you want. Cindy will be accompanied by one of Toronto’s renowned pianists, Jordan Klapman. Weaving together the best of Big Band, Broadway and Pop Opera with … [Read more...]
UNDP – New Publication (pdf)- Grassroot Women’s Groups Taking Action!
April 26, 2011 by
http://in2eastafrica.net/arusha-to-host-2011-grassroots-womens-land-economy/ Changing Climate, Changing Leadership: Grassroots Women's Groups Model Climate Resilient Development http://womensearthalliance.blogspot.com/2010_08_01_archive.html Grassroots women leaders shared their local inovations to confront climate change in their communities last week in an event at the United Nations where they spoke alongside partners from the Norwegian and Guatemalan governments as … [Read more...]
UNDP – New Publication (pdf)- Grassroot Women's Groups Taking Action!
April 26, 2011 by
http://in2eastafrica.net/arusha-to-host-2011-grassroots-womens-land-economy/ Changing Climate, Changing Leadership: Grassroots Women's Groups Model Climate Resilient Development http://womensearthalliance.blogspot.com/2010_08_01_archive.html Grassroots women leaders shared their local inovations to confront climate change in their communities last week in an event at the United Nations where they spoke alongside partners from the Norwegian and Guatemalan governments as … [Read more...]
Ayi Jihu is Taking Action for JAPAN!
April 25, 2011 by
A Celebration of Women is heart-warmed to share with all the Women of our World a new intiative that is partnering with Red Cross, UNICEF and Save the Children, and is supported by one of our very own WOMEN of ACTION, AYI JIHU. WOMAN of ACTION Ayi Jihu Please listen to Ayi as she explains the efforts being made to help all the Women and Children that are suffering as a result of the Tsunami that hit Japan on March 11, 2011, this year. "Friends of the United … [Read more...]
