Afghanistan show improvements for women, children in health, education and well-being KABUL, 28 June 2012 – Some significant improvements were made in the health, education and well-being of women and children in Afghanistan, according to the Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) report released today by the Central Statistics Organization (CSO). Many Afghans have better access to drinking water, school attendance is up for both boys and girls, and child mortality is down. The … [Read more...]
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Afghanistan show improvements for women, children in health, education and well-being
June 28, 2012 by
Elsa P. – ‘Moon is full in Capricorn’
June 28, 2012 by
When the sky is overly harsh people go into survival mode. When there's a preponderance of ease, they tend to lie around. It's a balance between the two that creates conditions most conducive to productivity and that's what we have this week. There are a number of elements in play here. First, we've got a cardinal T-square involving the Sun, Uranus and Pluto in effect all week. This is very dynamic energy and anyone who can control (Capricorn) their impulses (Aries) enough to channel then … [Read more...]
ARMENIA: “Gender inequality is unjust, unintelligent and expensive.” ???
June 28, 2012 by
GENDER EQUALITY IN ARMENIA: A PERCEIVED NEED OR IMPOSED CONDITIONALITY? “Gender inequality is unjust, unintelligent and expensive.” Terry Davis, former Secretary-General of the Council of Europe While the Soviet Union spearheaded, at least ideologically, what can be seen as a campaign-turned-policy of ‘State feminism’, proclaimed equality between the sexes and time and again took the lead in expanding social, economic and cultural rights of and opportunities for women, the overall … [Read more...]
Wendy J. Elkin, Painting Bolinas – WOMAN of ACTION™
June 28, 2012 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this adventurous, loving and talented woman with a curiosity for life, that, as she would say "My insatiable curiosity often gets the best of me." This woman began her Journey as a special education teacher, then, working as a photographer of the public, finding herself attracted to the Civil Rights Leaders. It was during an IN-KIND DRIVE as Art Commissioner for the city of Mill Valley, that the dream of her life began. She has … [Read more...]
Co-dependency & B.P.D., A.J. Mahari – WOMEN in RECOVERY
June 28, 2012 by
Co-dependence & BPD Codependence is defined in many ways. It is also very misunderstood by a great many people. There are many traps involved in being enmeshed in codependent relational patterns. In this article I outline 5 of the most common thought traps of those exhibiting codependent issues in relationships. I have learned these 5 main traps, not only from my own past life experience, but also over the last 9 years of life coaching with people who are wanting to change the ways … [Read more...]
EVE ENSLER is Taking Action in Maryland @ June 29-July 1
June 27, 2012 by
Hundreds of women's rights activists and supporters from every corner of the nation will converge in Baltimore, Md., this weekend, June 29 - July 1, at the National Organization for Women annual conference. This year's conference, entitled "Energize! Organize! Stop the War on Women," will focus on key issues that have been under attack, such as contraception coverage and the Violence Against Women Act, and NOW will adopt an agenda for the year ahead that addresses the ongoing War on … [Read more...]
What will the next generation say you did to end HIV in Women & Children?
June 27, 2012 by
The GLOBAL PLAN We are at a turning point for delivering on the promise to end child and maternal mortality and improve health – marked by bold new commitments. This strategic framework supports one such commitment, the 'Global Plan Towards the Elimination of New HIV Infections among Children by 2015 and Keeping their Mothers Alive'. It offers guidance for preventing HIV infections and unintended pregnancies – both essential strategies for improving maternal and child health, and … [Read more...]
Nepal: Boosting entrepreneurship among poor rural women
June 27, 2012 by
Nepal: Boosting entrepreneurship among poor rural women Chitrakali Budhamagar began her career in 2003 collecting yarn made out of 'allo' (Himalayan nettle) and selling it in the Nepalese capital Kathmandu. With the money she made selling yarn, she bought readymade garments to sell in her home village of Pyuthan, in the western part of the country. Born to a poor peasant family, Chitrakali had few other options. However, in 2005, opportunity knocked. She enrolled in a three-month … [Read more...]
Lymphoma – Symptoms and Treatments
June 27, 2012 by
LYMPHOMA - Symptoms and Treatments Lymphoma is a type of cancer that begins in immune system cells called lymphocytes. Like other cancers, lymphoma occurs when lymphocytes are in a state of uncontrolled cell growth and multiplication. Lymphocytes are white blood cells that move throughout the body in a fluid called lymph. They are transported by a network of vessels that make up the lymphatic system, part of the immune system. The lymphatic system - whose job it is to fight … [Read more...]
Camilla Stein – Celebrating YOU !!!
June 27, 2012 by
A Celebration of Women is elated to Celebrate the Birthday of Camilla Stein, member Alumni of WOMEN of ACTION, as well as on our Foundation's Board of Advisors. This woman has been inspired to devote her talents to a genre that many women would not, that is SCIENCE FICTION. Her talents include writing, artistic works in HAIGA and cooking. We are very excited to share that this powerhouse also speaks 15 languages, supports charitable works for the research and cure of AUTISM, having children … [Read more...]
