An ILO-Women's Entrepreneurship Development (WED) training for future ILO-WED assessors in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda was held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania from April 10 -12. An ILO-Women's Entrepreneurship Development (WED) training for future ILO-WED assessors in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda was held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania from April 10 -12. The training is part of the newly revised ILO-WED Assessment methodology and prepares assessors to carry out national assessments on the existing … [Read more...]
Women Entrepreneurship Development Training in East Africa
April 13, 2013 by Team Celebration
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Angela DeMontigny calling out for Talent!
April 13, 2013 by Team Celebration
Calling out to the talented. We are looking for Dancers, Make up artist, Hairstylists models caterers, DJ's and performers for a special unique international event to be held in Toronto in May 2013 During Chinese Heritage month. (so there is not much time) Models from all demographics and cultures welcome, talent the same. Native Dancers, performers and models especially welcome. We are also looking for those with technical abilities in sound, and lighting. If you would like … [Read more...]
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Celebrating 10 Women that have created Positive Change!
April 12, 2013 by Team Celebration
In many countries of the world, the rule of law still rules women out In every region, there are laws that discriminate against women, in relation to property, the family, employment and citizenship. Too often, justice institutions, including the police and the courts, deny women justice. But, governments and civil society are pioneering innovative approaches to ensure that women can access justice Catalyzing gender-sensitive law reform, investing in one-stop shops and providing … [Read more...]
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Celebrating 111 trees planted for every girl born in Rajasthan!
April 12, 2013 by Team Celebration
A pond at the Piplantri village cater to the needs of the local population. Photo courtesy: www.piplantri.com In an atmosphere where every morning, our newspapers greet us with stories of girls being tormented, raped, killed or treated like a doormat in one way or another, trust India's “village republics” to bring in some good news from time to time. One such village in southern Rajasthan's Rajsamand district is quietly practicing its own, homegrown brand of Eco-feminism and achieving … [Read more...]
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Groupon Australia Supporting Girls’ Empowerment In The Philippines
April 11, 2013 by Team Celebration
Groupon Australia Joins Forces With The World Food Programme To Fight Child Hunger And Support Girls’ Empowerment In The Philippines SYDNEY – Groupon, the global pioneer in group buying and leader in social e-commerce, and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide, have combined forces to support the empowerment of girls in Asia through school meals programmes. From today through to 12 April 2013, Groupon Australia … [Read more...]
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Eve Ensler’s RISING Blog Series: celebrating a World Rising!
April 11, 2013 by Team Celebration
RISING Blog Series: Farmworkers, European Women's Lobby & V-Day Staff In this fourth installment of the RISING Blog series, we hear from Mily Trevino-Saucedo executive director of Lideres Campesinas, Colette de Troy & Valentina Brogna from the European Women's Lobby; and V-Day staff members Tony Montenieri and Kate Fisher. BRUSSELS RISING by Colette de Troy & Valentina Brogna, Regional Coordinators (European Women's Lobby) One Billion Rising was an exciting way of … [Read more...]
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6 SUPER CHARITIES, BY COLLEGE STUDENTS
April 10, 2013 by Team Celebration
TOP (L TO R): JOYCE MENG AND JENNIFER CHEN OF GIVOLOGY, LINDSAY HYDE OF STRONG WOMEN STRONG GIRLS, HANNAH MCCONN AND RANDRYIA HOUSTON OF PENCILS 4 GHANA; BOTTOM (L TO R): JASMINE SEGALL OF BERKELEY MICROFINANCE, CATHARINE BELLINGER AND ALEXIS MORIN OF STUDENTS FOR EDUCATION REFORM, KIRSTEN LODAL OF LIFT. These young women didn’t wait until they got a degree to make an impact for others. 1. Givology: Educating kids around the globe Founded by Joyce Meng, Oxford, and Jennifer Chen, University … [Read more...]
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1,000 Days to Achieve the Millennium Development Goals in 2015
April 6, 2013 by Team Celebration
Yesterday, 5 April 2013, we mark the start of the countdown of the last 1,000 days to achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) in 2015. We have cause to Celebrate the Successes achieved around the world, but we must also urgently ramp up our work, resources and actions in areas that are lagging behind. MDG Basics The Millennium Development Goals focus the efforts of the world community on achieving significant, measurable improvements in people's lives. They establish yardsticks … [Read more...]
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EuWHO youth initiative for global health equity
April 6, 2013 by Team Celebration
Movement calls for education, empowerment and equity APRIL 2013 – A new youth initiative is working to catalyze global efforts on integrating the right to education, and increased empowerment and equity as keys to improving the health of all — especially that of Girls and Women. EuWHO: WHO Simulation Youth Initiative is a movement that brings young people together to tackle crucial global health issues in the manner of a WHO World Health Assembly. Each delegate represents a UN member … [Read more...]
Violence against Teachers, ‘redoubled’ safety measures!
April 3, 2013 by Team Celebration
Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon condemned the recent spate of fatal attacks on teachers in Pakistan, while voicing great concern about the growing trend of violence against educators around the world. “Violence against teachers undermines confidence in education systems, traumatizes students, and discourages parents from sending children to school,” said a statement issued by Mr. Ban’s spokesperson. “Attacks on women teachers are particularly heinous because they disproportionately … [Read more...]
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MDG Summit & Exhibition 2013 – Under New Management
April 1, 2013 by Team Celebration
Following the launch of the MDG Summit & Exhibition in Cape Town in May 2012, we are pleased to announce the follow up MDG countdown event on the 29th - 30th May 2013. As from November 2012 EMS Solutions took over the organizing of all the future MDG Summits / Exhibitions scheduled starting with the Birmingham, United Kingdom event in May 2013. This next meeting is best positioned to prelude the UN Summit in New York scheduled for September 2013 during the General Assembly. We want … [Read more...]
RADIO, Secretary-General urges youth to bridge the ‘digital divide’
March 28, 2013 by Team Celebration
In a time of transition and turmoil, young people can help the world by being global citizens, according to UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon. The Secretary-General was addressing a forum on leveraging science, technology, innovation and culture for the world's young people, held at UN headquarters on Wednesday. While youth have always had ideals, Mr. Ban said this generation is different as they can use social networks to demand change. "I am happy to see so many tablets and phones … [Read more...]
AYI JIHU celebrates ‘It’s Magic’, New Release April 1st!
March 25, 2013 by Team Celebration
The long awaited Ayi Jihu single has finally arrived. The artist referred to as ‘The Chinese Madonna’ has not released a new track for almost a year concentrating and her philanthropic endeavors and her Fear Chaser film. Ayi fans have been waiting a long time to see what this trailblazing artist would do next. It just would not be Ayi Jihu or Shlepp Entertainment if they did anything anyone expected them to do now would it, and once again they stay true to their history and surprise as … [Read more...]
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“Stop sexualizing our children!” pleads all Moms & Dads
March 25, 2013 by Team Celebration
A Letter to Victoria’s Secret from a Father An open letter to Victoria’s Secret regarding their choice to make an underwear line aimed at young teenagers. (Read about it here) Dear Victoria’s Secret, I am a father of a three year old girl. She loves princesses, Dora the Explorer, Doc McStuffins and drawing pictures for people. Her favorite foods are peanut butter and jelly, cheese and pistachios. Even though she is only three, as a parent I have had those thoughts of my daughter … [Read more...]
Eyes Wide Open – WOMEN in RECOVERY
March 25, 2013 by Team Celebration
Canada now leads the world in per capita consumption of opioids, but is that the gold medal Canadians are seeking? The spike in opioid prescriptions has led to accidental overdoses becoming a leading cause of unintentional death, a concurrent rise in addiction, a risk factor for crime and victimization and a significant socio-economic burden. Our opioid crisis is now more than 10 years old and may get worse before it gets better. An opioid is a chemical that works by binding to opioid … [Read more...]
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