In September 2012 at the Clinton Global Initiative, President Obama made a commitment to step up our fight against the evils of human trafficking and pledged to “do even more to help victims recover and rebuild their lives.” Today, as part of the Administration’s ongoing efforts to carry out that pledge, and in recognition of National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, the White House released the first-ever Federal Strategic Action Plan on Services for Victims of Human … [Read more...]
Human Trafficking Awareness
January 15, 2014 by
In support of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) is providing resources for mental health professionals, law enforcement personnel, health care professionals, and survivors on how to recognize signs of trafficking and provide services for human trafficking survivors. Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery where traffickers profit from the control and exploitation of others. As defined under US federal law, victims of human … [Read more...]
CSW58 (2014)
January 8, 2014 by
The fifty-eighth session of the Commission on the Status of Women will take place at United Nations Headquarters in New York from 10 to 21 March 2014. Representatives of Member States, UN entities, and ECOSOC-accredited non-governmental organizations (NGOs) from all regions of the world attend the session. Themes Priority theme: Challenges and achievements in the implementation of the Millennium Development Goals for Women and Girls. Review theme: Access and participation of … [Read more...]
Celebration House™ IWD 2014: “Women Empowering Women”
January 7, 2014 by
A Celebration of Women™ OUR Theme 2014 "Women Empowering Women" INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2014 GALA DINNER TICKETS HERE - MARCH 8, 2014 Celebration House™ ... planning full week-end (March 7/8/9, 2014 of Education, Empowerment and Energy) "Women Empowering Women" International Women's Day 2014 Theme: INSPIRING CHANGE Women's equality has made positive gains but the world is still unequal. International Women's Day celebrates the social, political and economic … [Read more...]
2014 Calendar of Holocaust Remembrance Events
January 6, 2014 by
The 2014 observance of the International Day of Commemoration in memory of the victims of the Holocaust is centred around the theme “Journeys through the Holocaust”. This theme recalls the various journeys taken during this dark period, from deportation to incarceration to freedom, and how this experience transformed the lives of those who endured it. These are stories of pain and suffering, yet ultimately also of triumph and renewal, serving as a guiding force for future generations. … [Read more...]
2014 National Women’s Conference -The Gospel Coalition – JUNE 27-29
January 6, 2014 by
A Conference for Women, all about the Word! Plenary speakers will unfold the book of Nehemiah—the story of God's people returned to a broken-down city and called to trust God's Word at a point of great need. It's about God redeeming a people for himself through his Son. This is our story. We'll focus on listening to this Word...living in light of it...helping others hear it...worshiping according to it...waiting on the Spirit who inspired it...exalting Jesus at the center of it. The … [Read more...]
You in Love in 2014
January 3, 2014 by
The Year of Setting an “Outrageous” Intention for Love Loving greetings to you at the start of this bright and promising new year. I want you to know that I am standing in support of the fulfillment of your intention to create an unprecedented, love-fulfilled future! I know this future can happen for you, and today I’m going to share a practice that can make an enormous difference in helping you to attract your “One” this year. You see, my Calling in “The One” was … [Read more...]
Celebrate New Year’s At-Home, In Style w. 48 Worthy Appetizers!
December 31, 2013 by
48 New Year’s Eve-Worthy Appetizers Bringing the right food to a party is important. Whereas a poor appetizer is noticeable — hard to eat with one hand, messy, doesn’t stand up to the test of time — a great appetizer is actually fairly inconspicuous. It will be raved about because it is delicious, but no one should notice the effort it takes to eat it or any lingering sign it was eaten (no stains or crumbs). If the food you bring is unobtrusive, people can focus on how good it tastes and … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Healthy Experiences
December 31, 2013 by
Think Valentine's Day is all about giving chocolates and a big night out for dinner? Then it might be surprising to learn that 82 percent of people polled in an eHarmony survey said they consider February 14th as a special day to have an "experience" with their loved one instead of receiving candies and chocolates. With our suggestions you can skip the crowds and create a night to remember with healthy experiences. 1. Give a sense-evoking reminder of romance. Your girlfriend really does … [Read more...]
Happy Holidays from the Campaign
December 23, 2013 by
A campaign is not a sprint; it’s a marathon. Thank you for running this one with me. Sending you warm wishes over the holidays! Exciting events in 2014! Love, peace and victory… Marianne … [Read more...]
Bridge to Freedom Foundation, celebrates Light the Way GALA – JAN 11
December 23, 2013 by
Bridge to Freedom Foundation (BTFF) was founded only a few short years ago and while we are still very much a start-up organization, we are growing every day. Baby Steps: We began with a vision in 2008, and in 2009, it became a dream as BTFF was born on paper. Then in 2010, that dream began to gel into a reality. In January 2010, BTFF took its first baby steps to let the world know its mission to help survivors of modern day slavery lead thriving lives. That first public step was creating … [Read more...]
