Women's Day (Public Holiday - South Africa) "If you strike a woman, you strike a rock" Every year on 9 August we celebrate Women’s Day in South Africa, a public holiday that pays homage to the women of our nation; - the mothers, the wives, the sisters and the daughters who fought tirelessly against the tyranny of the Apartheid government. Inaugurated in 1994, along with a free, democratic South Africa, the public holiday commemorates a 1956 protest lead by Lilian Ngoyi, Helen … [Read more...]
2013 Theme: THE GENDER AGENDA: GAINING MOMENTUM
August 7, 2013 by
What are YOU doing this coming year for INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY? Annually on 8 March, thousands of events are held throughout the world to inspire women and celebrate achievements. A global web of rich and diverse local activity connects women from all around the world ranging from political rallies, business conferences, government activities and networking events through to local women's craft markets, theatric performances, fashion parades and more. Many global corporations have … [Read more...]
Friendship Day 2013 – Celebrate Each Other on this Day!
August 4, 2013 by
International Friendship Day is a day for celebrating friendship. The day has been celebrated in several southern South American countries for many years, particularly in Paraguay, where the first World Friendship Day was proposed in 1958. Initially created by the greeting card industry, evidence from social networking sites shows a revival of interest in the holiday that may have grown with the spread of the Internet, particularly in India, Bangladesh, and Malaysia. Digital communication … [Read more...]
Summer Networking Bash 2013 – AUG 14 – Toronto
August 3, 2013 by
Summer Networking Bash 2013 Wed, Aug 14 ATLANTIS, Ontario Place 900+ tickets already sold Register Now! ONLY $30 (incl HST) for subscribers to biznetworknew.com $35 + HST advance/ $50 at door if available To become a BizNETWORKnews.com subscriber, click here 12:30 - 5 pm: Afternoon Business Workshops (included with your ticket) 12:30 - 2 pm: BECOME A RAINMAKER & EXPLODE YOUR BUSINESS PART ONE with Angelo Marino - Right now is … [Read more...]
2013 Canada Summer Games
August 3, 2013 by
The Games have Begun! Thousands of participants, volunteers, visitors, and residents will gather together, starting at 7 p.m., for a memorable experience: The opening of the Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013! “The dream that has inspired and motivated us for many years is now a reality,” remarked Monique F. Leroux, President of the Canada Summer Games–Sherbrooke 2013 and Chair of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer of Desjardins Group. “We are proud and honored to … [Read more...]
Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEEA), a new standard
August 1, 2013 by
A new statistical standard to measure sustainable development The System of Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEEA), an international standard on statistics, was recently agreed among UN Member States, and is currently being implemented. The aim of this standard is to report on the interrelationships between the economy, the environment and the society through clear, concise and coherent statistics and indicators.Image: DESA Statistics Division The SEEA became a statistical standard in … [Read more...]
New Career or New Business Conference – AUG 8
July 31, 2013 by
Starting Out; New Career or New Business, Mini Trade Show Conference Networking & Marketing, Your Ladder to Success! Partnering with Vendor Tables are available for ONLY $50 + HST Limited tables available, inquire immediately if you wish to book one for Aug. 8th Are you at the stage in your life where you are looking to get back into the work force? Are you looking for a new career or a job? Are you looking for a new … [Read more...]
Women’s Participation, Rights, and Civil Society Essential
July 26, 2013 by
Women's Participation, Rights, and Civil Society Essential to Peaceful Future for Great Lakes Region and DRC The NGO Working Group on Women, Peace and Security welcomed the UN Security Council's attention to "the full and effective participation of women in conflict resolution and peace building" in today's high-level meeting on the Great Lakes region, including the Democratic Republic of Congo. In her briefing to the Security Council, UN Special Envoy for the Great Lakes Region Mary … [Read more...]
ARGONAUTS PINK DAY 2013 – VIP Celebration PLATINUM TICKETS
July 23, 2013 by
ARGONAUTS PINK DAY 2013 - VIP Celebration - OCTOBER 24, 2013 Every season in October, the CFL run a PINK campaign in support of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. This year the Toronto Argonauts are holding our campaign on October 24, 2013 vs. the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, kickoff is at 7:30 at Rogers Centre. I have teamed up for a 2nd year in a row with A Celebration of Women™ and we will be hosting our 2nd annual Celebration of Cancer Survivors VIP Speaker Event in an effort to raise … [Read more...]
