In Canada, 747,000 people currently live with dementia and one of the major challenges they and their families face when they receive the diagnosis is the stigma associated with it. Internationally, produced on May 23, 2018 this report provides an overview of global developments in response to the adoption of the WHO’s Global action plan on the public health response to dementia 2017-2025. The report was launched on the one-year anniversary of the adoption of the plan at the 71st World … [Read more...]
3 Realistic Habits to Form in the New Year
December 29, 2025 by
Another year is coming to an end - another decade, even. This major turning point in the calendar seems to call for a major turning point in your life, right? Well, not necessarily. If you are thinking to make a New Year's resolution, think again: they have been proven not to work in the majority of cases. So, forget about making grandiose promises on New Year's Eve and breaking them a few weeks later - focus on forming new habits that will improve your life instead. You can start with … [Read more...]
News for Women Globally 2025
December 11, 2025 by
December 2025 has been a month of significant news for women globally, highlighting the ongoing challenges and efforts to address gender inequality and violence. Here are some of the key points from the month: UNRWA: The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign calls on global action to confront the root causes of gender inequality and the violence it fuels, especially in humanitarian crises. Women frontline staff face increased workloads and risks while sustaining their … [Read more...]
Making Your Christmas Shopping Plan
December 8, 2025 by
In life, when it comes to Christmas shopping, there are two types of people. There are those who plan well in advance to save last-minute rushing around and those who do exactly that, leave it to the last minute! The date of Christmas never changes and so there are no excuses not to set a plan as this will not only ensure you are organized come Christmas day, but it will also ensure that you are more effective in your Christmas purchases, that you don’t overspend and you will probably even be … [Read more...]
National Poinsettia Day – December 12
December 5, 2025 by
Each year on the 12th of December, people across the United States celebrate one of the most recognizable plants of the holidays on National Poinsettia Day. In 16th-century Mexico, the connection between the poinsettia plant and the Christmas season begins. According to legend, a girl wanted desperately to celebrate Jesus's birthday. Worried, the girl feared she would have no gift to offer because she was so poor. An angel tells her to give any gift with love. After gathering weeds from … [Read more...]
World AIDS Day – December 1
November 28, 2025 by
What is World AIDS Day? World AIDS Day takes place on 1 December each year. It’s an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, to show support for people living with HIV, and to commemorate those who have died from an AIDS-related illness. Founded in 1988, World AIDS Day was the first ever global health day. Why is World AIDS Day Important? Over 105,200 people are living with HIV in the UK. Globally, there are an estimated 38 million people who have the virus. … [Read more...]
The Betting Favorites for the 2027 Women’s World Cup
November 7, 2025 by
The 2027 Women’s World Cup is set to be the biggest and best yet. Due to be played in Brazil for the first time ever, can Spain retain their crown on South American soil? With a few great teams in the running, it’s not going to be easy. Not only has the women’s game grown dramatically in recent years but there has also been a surge in talent. It means that more nations than ever are now capable of not just competing but winning the tournament altogether. There is no doubt gamblers will be … [Read more...]
November celebrates National Gratitude Month
November 6, 2025 by
National Gratitude Month was an initiative started by Stacey Grewal, who believes gratitude to be an essential ingredient of a happy and fulfilling life. When one embraces gratitude, they immediately shift their focus from the negative to the positive things in their lives. Gratitude is the simplest way to change one’s perspective of the world. It allows us to appreciate the positive, rather than focus on the negative aspects of our lives. Learning to be grateful helps us appreciate the … [Read more...]
Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy – WOMAN of ACTION™
November 4, 2025 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this woman leader, film maker for social justice for all women, with a focus on the suffering of Muslim Women in Pakistan. WOMAN of ACTION™ Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy She's the founder of the Citizens Archive of Pakistan, dedicated to preserving Pakistan's history. Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy (Urdu:شرمین عبید چنائے; born 1978), is a Pakistani … [Read more...]
Epilepsy Awareness Month – November
November 1, 2025 by
Epilepsy (from Ancient Greek ἐπιληψία) is a common and diverse set of chronic neurological disorders characterized by seizures. Some definitions of epilepsy require that seizures be recurrent and unprovoked, but others require only a single seizure combined with brain alterations which increase the chance of future seizures. In many cases a cause cannot be identified, however factors that are associated include brain trauma, strokes, brain cancer, and drug and alcohol misuse among … [Read more...]
NOVEMBER: Adoption Awareness Month
November 1, 2025 by
Adoption is a process whereby a person assumes the parenting for another and, in so doing, permanently transfers all rights and responsibilities, along with filiation, from the biological parent or parents. Unlike guardianship or other systems designed for the care of the young, adoption is intended to effect a permanent change in status and as such requires societal recognition, either through legal or religious sanction. Historically, some societies have enacted specific laws governing … [Read more...]
Women Leading Change in Digital Spaces
October 8, 2025 by
Women have always been at the heart of transformation. They have raised movements, changed laws and redefined industries. Today, one of the fastest-moving frontiers is the digital world. It is a space that evolves constantly, filled with opportunities for work, creativity and entertainment. Women are not just participating in these arenas; they are shaping them. Their presence shows that empowerment is not confined to offices or political halls. Empowerment Through Digital Autonomy Real … [Read more...]
The History of Happy Halloween, globally!
October 1, 2025 by
Halloween or Hallowe'en (/ˌhæləˈwin, -oʊˈin, ˌhɒl-/; a contraction of "All Hallows' Evening"), also known as All Hallows' Eve, is a yearly celebration observed in a number of countries on October 31, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows' Day. It initiates the triduum of Hallowmas, the time in the liturgical year dedicated to remembering the dead, including saints (hallows), martyrs, and all the faithful departed believers. According to many scholars, All Hallows' Eve is a … [Read more...]
