Today, Ambassador Eklil Hakimi met with Afghan entrepreneur, designer, and human rights activist Zolaykha Sherzad at the Embassy, following a trunk show featuring Ms. Sherzad’s elegant sportswear, evening wear and accessories at the United States Department of State. Ms. Sherzad’s collection, which has been shown and sold around the world, made its first appearance in the Capitol this week. Ms. Sherzad started a non-profit organization in 2000 that has successfully rebuilt and supported … [Read more...]
Mardi Gras 2012 falls on Tuesday, February 21, 2012
February 21, 2012 by
Mardi Gras 2012 falls on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 Mardi Gras 2012 Parade ! Mardi Gras, "Fat Tuesday", is the last day of the Carnival season as it always falls the day before Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. Mardi Gras History and Traditions Mardi Gras is music, parades, picnics, floats, excitement ... and one big holiday in New Orleans! Everyone is wearing purple, green, and gold; and adorned with long beads caught from the beautiful floats. They sit … [Read more...]
[FREE Teleclass Reminder] Weds, Feb 22nd – Be a Health Coach
February 20, 2012 by
Just a reminder to sign up for this special complimentary teleclass/webinar regarding health and wellness coaching. It's Wednesday, February 22nd, at 11:00am Pacific - 2:00pm Eastern. If you have ever discussed living a healthier lifestyle with anyone or if you have recommended health or wellness products or services, you have been doing what professional health coaches do...help people not to get sick. If that is you, why not get paid for it--without affecting anything … [Read more...]
MARCH 2012 – IF THE MEDIA CALLS …
February 20, 2012 by
IF THE MEDIA CALLS ... A GUIDE FOR CRIME VICTIMS AND SURVIVORS We are proud to announce the availability of this new bilingual publication (March 2012) which provides victims with information about the focus of media; the impact of media on victims; the risks/benefits of speaking to the media; modern technology; tips for interacting with the media and high-profile cases. The booklet may be used as a handout by police, victim services staff, NGOs and others who … [Read more...]
Lakshmi Puri, ‘Women in the World of Sports’
February 18, 2012 by
Women in the World of Sports Speech delivered by UN Women Deputy Executive Director Lakshmi Puri at the panel discussion on “Leadership Views on Women in the World of Sports,” at the 5th IOC World Conference on Women and Sport, Los Angeles, 17 February 2012. Ladies and Gentlemen, Good morning to all of you. I would like to join other panellists in thanking the International Olympic Committee, the US Olympic Committee, and the Southern California Committee … [Read more...]
Afghanistan, international civilian engagement
February 17, 2012 by
Today, Ambassador Eklil Hakimi spoke as a panelist at a roundtable discussion, titled Afghanistan: Moving Forward, organized by International Relief and Development and hosted at the Embassy of Slovenia in Washington, D.C. The panel’s topic of discussion was the importance of continued international civilian engagement in Afghanistan. During his remarks Ambassador Hakimi acknowledged that despite progress over the past decade, shortcomings still exist in Afghanistan, and that “A … [Read more...]
UNITED NATIONS, NY ~ Preparing for Rio+20
February 15, 2012 by
Preparing for Rio+20 Providing Input into the Outcome Document for the UN Conference on Sustainable Development UNITED NATIONS, New York – UNFPA and others, including the G77 and the European Union, called for more emphasis on population dynamics, gender equity and reproductive health in the first round (zero draft) of negotiations on the outcome document that is expected to be adopted at Rio+ 20 (formally the UN Conference on Sustainable Development). In a prepared … [Read more...]
President’s FY 2013 Budget
February 15, 2012 by
President’s FY 2013 Budget Supports Implementation of the National HIV/AIDS Strategy On Monday, President Obama sent his Fiscal Year 2013 budget proposal to Congress. The budget proposal clearly demonstrates his determination to help the Nation achieve the goals of the National HIV/AIDS Strategy (NHAS) and renews the President’s commitment to ending the AIDS pandemic. To address HIV/AIDS in the U.S., the 2013 Budget: Supports HIV/AIDS … [Read more...]
VALENTINE’S DAY ~ The History thereof ….
February 14, 2012 by
A Celebration of Women celebrates this Valentine's Day with this Tribute to many countries around our globe. Below is a sampling of just how the Women of our World do 'celebrate LOVE' in their respective traditional ways. Team Celebration sends our LOVE to all LOVERS in this world, and hope you enjoy ! Happy Valentine's Day! Saint Valentine's Day, often simply Valentine's Day, is a holiday observed on February 14 honoring one or more early Christian martyrs named … [Read more...]
The Healer’s Way: ‘Mind Gateway’
February 13, 2012 by
'The Mindful Gateway' Did you get my last email about the ‘Mind Gateway’ healing modality & free LIVE training this week? >> find out about it here I’ve gotten a surprisingly huge response to the letter and lots of people have already signed up for the class. The other cool thing is that lots of folks have taken the test to uncover which archetypal energies are influencing them right now - for better or … [Read more...]
AYI JIHU – Bringing back the glory days of Hollywood
February 12, 2012 by
– Bringing back the glory days of Hollywood – Ayi Jihu at the Fox Cineplex in Banning, California, USA The glory days of the Movie House are probably long gone. Now where there where once palaces and ornate buildings, Chrome and carpet rules. So it’s nice to find a Movie House that is built in the old ways, and approaches the whole cinematic experience in the way movies where meant to be seen. The Fox Cineplex in Banning, California, USA is one such place. It has stood in the … [Read more...]
Ginger Katz at SAMSHA,Washington, D.C. – FEB 6
February 5, 2012 by
The Courage to Speak® Foundation to Present at National Forum, in Washington D.C. The Courage to Speak Foundation has been invited by SAMHSA (US Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration) to CADCA’s (Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America) 22nd Annual National Leadership Forum to share the Courage to Speak Drug Prevention Programs with coalitions throughout the nation at Prevention Day on February 6th at the Gaylord Conference Center in the Washington DC … [Read more...]
Ten Agreements for Evolving Women ~ FEB 6
February 5, 2012 by
Ten Agreements for Evolving Women You are probably familiar with Margaret Mead’s inspiring quote: “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” But I find it even more powerful to think about how womencoming together can change the world.That’s why Mary Adams and I are offering our latest program, The Ten Agreements for Evolving Women, on The Shift Network—starting this Monday, February 6, at 8 PM … [Read more...]
