International Day of Peace The International Day of Peace, commemorated each year on 21 of September, is an occasion to salute those around the world working to provide security and strive toward peace in some of the world’s most volatile and dangerous environments. In the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH), the Bangladeshi contingent is composed entirely of women. Leading by example, more than 100 women contribute to restoring peace and security in the Caribbean … [Read more...]
Lorre White celebrates Grand Opening of McQ Flagship Store, London
September 21, 2012 by
Here’s the first look inside the new McQ Flagship Store in London. The new store concept was conceived by Sarah Burton at Alexander McQueen and realised together with David Collins Studio. “We wanted to create a story and a home for McQ and the flagship on Dover Street is an extension of this world. The store will offer special catwalk pieces alongside ready-to-wear collections in a rich and immersive McQ environment.” – Sarah Burton. “We looked at fetish. We wanted the home of … [Read more...]
BOLIVIA, enacts the first law with Equal Status for Mother Earth
September 18, 2012 by
Bolivia enshrines natural world's rights, with equal status for Mother Earth Law of Mother Earth expected to prompt radical new conservation and social measures in South American nation Bolivia is set to pass the world's first laws granting all nature equal rights to humans. The Law of Mother Earth, now agreed by politicians and grassroots social groups, redefines the country's rich mineral deposits as "blessings" and is expected to lead to radical new … [Read more...]
Rosh Hashana Eve ראש השנה – Yom Kipper
September 16, 2012 by
Rosh Hashanah (Hebrew: ראש השנה, literally "head of the year"), is the Jewish New Year. It is the first of the High Holy Days or Yamim Nora'im ("Days of Awe") which usually occur in the early septentrional autumn. Rosh Hashanah is celebrated on the first two days of Tishrei. It is described in the Torah as יום תרועה (Yom Teru'ah, a day of sounding [the Shofar]). Rosh Hashanah customs include sounding the shofar and eating symbolic foods such as apples dipped in honey. The Mishnah … [Read more...]
Lorna Blake – I Know My Galactic Family Is Here, Do You? (Video)
September 15, 2012 by
- Lorna Blake - 'I Know My Galactic Family Is Here, Do You?' (UFO Disclosure + World Conference 2012 Info) How are you? I trust your weekend is going well:) Here's a video of people from all over the world experiencing galactic encounters. This video has been produced and released by InLIght Radio for you to share with all your family, friends, neighbours, work colleagues - and the world - to let them know that our Galactic family is here. For … [Read more...]
The Embassy of Afghanistan celebrates the 93rd Anniversary of the Restoration
September 14, 2012 by
The Embassy of Afghanistan celebrates the 93rd Anniversary of the Restoration of Independence of Afghanistan WASHINGTON—Ambassador Hakimi welcomed over 300 people to the Embassy to celebrate the 93rd Anniversary of the Restoration of Independence of Afghanistan Wednesday evening. Amongst an intricate display of traditional Afghan handicrafts, artwork, and rugs, Ambassador Hakimi and Under Secretary of State for Management Patrick F. Kennedy delivered remarks to guests who then enjoyed a … [Read more...]
Healthy Addiction, Leela Francis says ‘ Let’s Get Personal …’
September 13, 2012 by
Vividly Woman is a global community of women and women’s circles devoted to the sensual, emotional and intutitive empowerment of all women. Our Embodied Leader training guides women to become self referring, energy mature and creatively on fire for healthy, fulflling and successful living, personally & professionally. Let's get personal ... I want to know more about you and the way you relate to.....Power! Is Power something you claim, something you externalize, something you shy away from, … [Read more...]
The Lancet and Women Deliver – Call for Papers {Dec 14 deadline}
September 6, 2012 by
The Lancet and Women Deliver announce Call for Papers 06 SEPTEMBER 2012 - In light of the upcoming conference in 2013, Women Deliver and The Lancet have issued a call for submissions from research groups working on reproductive, maternal, and newborn health globally. Submissions should address the themes of the upcoming conference: investment in women, meeting women’s need for contraception, and the new architecture for the development goals and the effect on reproductive … [Read more...]
World Urban Forum 6 – Naples Italy, 1-7 September 2012
August 31, 2012 by
World Urban Forum 6 Naples, Italy, 1-7 September 2012 Host / Sponsor: UN-Habitat and Partners The World Urban Forum was established by the United Nations to examine one of the most pressing problems facing the world today: rapid urbanization and its impact on communities, cities, economies, climate change and policies. In the space of a few short years, the Forum has turned into the world's premier conference on cities. Since the first meeting in … [Read more...]
Papua New Guinea’s newest parliamentarians, a time for women
August 30, 2012 by
... a time for Women in Papua New Guinea Since Papua New Guinea’s independence in 1975, none of its parliaments have comprised more than 2 per cent of women. Efforts to address traditional attitudes in the country and support women candidates and voters have shown signs of impact, yet the political landscape for women remains a tough one. In an interview with UN Women, two of the three women members of parliament (MPs) elected in the July 2012 polls detail the challenges they … [Read more...]
