'Learning by Giving', founder Doris Buffett This accredited philanthropy online course launches this July 2013 FORTUNE -- The name Buffett is in the news, but the first name is Doris, not Warren. His older sister by three years -- that makes her 85, him 82 -- she is pursuing a decade-long interest by sponsoring a new, free, online course about philanthropy. The goal of the program, called Giving With Purpose is to teach college students -- and anyone else who cares to register -- … [Read more...]
MDGs AND GENDER DIMENSION, Meetika Srivastava
July 9, 2013 by
According to the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) Report 2013, launched on 1 July by UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, too many women around the world are still dying in childbirth when we have the means to save them; only 53 per cent of births in rural areas are attended by skilled health personnel. In developing regions, women are more likely than men to work as contributing family workers on farms or other family businesses, with little or no financial security or social benefits. The … [Read more...]
10 Key Things in a Vacation Lodging – Traveling with Kids
July 9, 2013 by
10 Things to Look for in a Vacation Rental Traveling with Kids When you’re planning an extended family vacation, a rental property is often more economical and more convenient than a long stay in cramped hotel quarters. Selecting the perfect short-term vacation rental, however, is far from a simple process if you’re not sure what you’re looking for. When you’re adequately prepared and have a firm idea of your needs in mind, however, finding the perfect vacation home is far from daunting. … [Read more...]
Date-Your-Mate
July 8, 2013 by
This is especially important if you are married! Once each week plan to spend some time together. I know. You have kids. It's easy to use your children as an excuse. Give it up. Hire a trusted friend to do an overnight and head for the "No-Tell Motel" to light the fire. Dinner dates are great too, but be creative and discover other options. Take a "hand-in-hand" walk. Visit an arcade and play some games. Think different! Put together a picture puzzle. Schedule a "Play Date" … [Read more...]
Free Call with Marianne Williamson – July 16
July 8, 2013 by
Dear Friends, My 4-week online course, The Divine Alignment of Body & Soul begins on July 24th. The course will focus on the role of the body in our spiritual journey, and how an enlightened perspective can help free us from dysfunctional thoughts and behavior regarding food, body image and physical intimacy. I will be doing a FREE CALL about the course on Tuesday, July 16, at 6PM Pacific Time / 9PM Eastern Time. Join in to get a sense of what the online course is about, and decide … [Read more...]
Counting 9.6 billion humans on earth by 2050
July 7, 2013 by
The current world population of 7.2 billion is projected to increase by 1 billion over the next 12 years and reach 9.6 billion by 2050, according to a report launched by DESA’s Population division in June. The report points out that growth will be mainly in developing countries, with more than half in Africa. Watch our interview with John Wilmoth, Director of the Population Division, who gives us some insights about the last figures available. In our video interview, John Wilmoth is … [Read more...]
Odette Laurie – WOMAN of ACTION™
July 7, 2013 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this powerhouse, a self-made success story that is now devoting her life to the betterment of the lives of all women. Through her coaching techniques, this woman is addressing one of our world's most critical subjects today in every woman's life: Financial Self Sustainability & Success. Through her programs, as an entrepreneur and founder of Women on Top, she is able to educate, inspire and motivate all women to Take … [Read more...]
ECOSOC, Humanitarian Affairs Segment, July15-17
July 7, 2013 by
The 2013 High-level Segment of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) is taking place on 1-4 July in Geneva. The Secretary-General’s report emphasizes that science, technology, innovation and culture are critical to the achievement of the MDGs and a successful transition to sustainable development. A Thunderclap campaign running since April helped youth bring their voices to the world’s leaders. As the participants of the 2013 High-level Segment of ECOSOC were getting ready in Geneva last … [Read more...]
Girls Transform the World Digital Action Campaign
July 7, 2013 by
Your Voices Delivered to the G(irls)20 Summit! Over the last four months, your stories on girls' access to education have flooded World Pulse in an uproar we never could have imagined! As the campaign comes to an end, we are excited to share the outcomes and to keep the momentum going. The submissions we have received are an excellent reminder that girls truly do transform the world! With your support, the Girls Transform the World Campaign has accomplished some amazing … [Read more...]
Trafficking of children, Joy Ngozi Ezeilo
July 7, 2013 by
Special Rapporteur Joy Ngozi Ezeilo. UN Photo/Jean-Marc Ferré July 2013 – Trafficking of children and the issue of defining trafficking topped the agenda today at a first of its kind meeting between an independent United Nations human rights expert and a group of European practitioners working to end this form of modern-day slavery. Speaking at a special meeting organized in Strasbourg, France, by the Council of Europe's Groups of Experts on Action against Trafficking in Human Beings … [Read more...]
Sunscreen or Sunblock, that is the question?
July 6, 2013 by
As the temperatures soar and classes end for the season, the thoughts of kids and adults alike naturally turn to the great outdoors. From time spent by the pool to trips to the beach or a day at the park, there’s just something exciting about spending time in the summer sun. That same life-giving force, however, can cause very real skin damage and even increase the likelihood of skin cancer if it’s not properly mitigated. There are scads of products on the market that claim to block the … [Read more...]
Dambisa Moyo – WOMAN of ACTION™
July 6, 2013 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of one of our world's greatest female minds in the area of the one form of energy that is upside down at this time in history: MONEY. A multi published, world acclaimed author of many books, this powerhouse has taken our globe's world of finance by storm, offering her solutions through her speaking, writing and more ... Also finding time to devote to philanthropy, this woman's mission of choice is the development of children … [Read more...]
