On Monday, Kenyans will head to the polls to elect their fourth president in the most crucial election the country has held since its independence. This is first election since 2007, when post-election violence erupted, killing over 1,000 Kenyans. In this week's Global Update, my colleagues and I from the Brookings Africa Growth Initiative weigh in on Kenya’s upcoming election, reflecting on 2007, and asking important questions about Kenya’s future as a democracy. This historic event … [Read more...]
World Pulse, Launching Voices of Our Future 2013
February 28, 2013 by
Call for Applicants - Support Your Alumni's Work! Are you a grassroots Woman Leader with something to say? Do you want to bring your voice and solutions to a global audience? Apply HERE before April 2nd for our online training program in new media, citizen journalism, and empowerment. Thirty women will be selected to receive the skills and knowledge they need to actualize and vocalize their visions for change. Call for Volunteers Would you like to support the … [Read more...]
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 2013 – MARCH 8
February 28, 2013 by
Celebrate In 1977, the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution calling on member states to proclaim a day for women's rights and international peace. Following the United Nations' lead, Canada chose March 8 as International Women's Day. History The idea for an International Women's Day arose around the turn of the 20th century out of a long-standing movement for women to participate equally in society. The first International Women's Day was observed on March 19, … [Read more...]
Forced Virginity Tests, can you imagine? – Take Action
February 27, 2013 by
WOMEN of our WORLD We still need more signatures - Take Action! Forced Virginity Tests in Africa, India and Middle East ... isn't this IMMORAL in itself, as there is zero dignity or respect in the action. Can you imagine being forced to have virginity tests and then if it turns out that you are not a virgin, you would be charged with prostitution? Seems far fetched and downright ridiculous but this is the reality for Egyptian protesters. Amnesty International has … [Read more...]
ABSOLUTE MIND, Shirlee Hall
February 26, 2013 by
ABSOLUTE MIND The One Mind is in everything and everyone. Our intelligence has the capability to recognize and consciously live as the One Mind. The One expresses and maximizes according to focus and awareness. An Awakened Self is the One Mind thinking and is capable of creating anything and everything. Disbelief becomes an issue when we do not comprehend. When we comprehend our actual identity as Mind expressing in matter, the falsity of lack, limitation, time, space and a sense … [Read more...]
Curves celebrates Heart & Stroke Month – FEB 27 – Toronto!
February 24, 2013 by
Gary and Diane Heavin opened the first Curves in 1992 as a fitness and weight-loss facility designed 'especially for Women'. In a relatively short amount of time, Curves grew to become the largest fitness franchise in the world with thousands of locations in over 85 countries. The reason for our success is our practical approach to women’s diet and exercise combined with a supportive club environment. We invite women of all shapes, sizes, and ages to lose weight, become stronger, and reach … [Read more...]
ONE BILLION RISING Documentary Call For Submissions
February 23, 2013 by
V-Day is creating a ONE BILLION RISING documentary project, and we are looking to include footage and high resolution photos of local events from all over the world. If you filmed or photographed your event, we would love to see! We will need the highest resolution files available shared with us via Dropbox. These can be RAW footage, edited pieces, single photographs or folders with multiple images. TAKE ACTION To all of our activists, regardless of how you rose THANK YOU for … [Read more...]
Make an Evolutionary Quantum Leap, Shirlee Hall
February 18, 2013 by
THE OPEN DOOR 2013 is a year of great breakthroughs. Doors will suddenly open for those who are prepared to receive waves of Light, new alignments and assistance in moving forward toward their soul destiny. Tribes around the world including the Tibetan Kalachakra teachings also predict a twenty-five year period of purification followed by End of the Fourth World and beginning of the Fifth. A 'moment of quantum awakening, telepathic interplay, translation or … [Read more...]
