SECURITY COUNCIL ADOPTS TEXT URGING TARGETED SANCTIONS AGAINST PERPETRATORS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE DURING ARMED CONFLICT Rape Largely ‘Cost-free’, Says Special Representative As UNHCR Special Envoy Angelina Jolie Recounts 5-year-Old Girl’s Ordeal The Security Council today urged the United Nations sanctions committees to apply targeted sanctions against parties committing sexual violence during armed conflict. Ahead of a debate on the subject that attracted more than 60 speakers, the … [Read more...]
Hong Kong and India lead in growth of wealthy population, Lorre White
June 25, 2013 by
According to the World Wealth Report 2013, released by Capgemini and RBC Wealth Management, the investable wealth of the world’s high net worth individuals (HNWIs) rebounded in 2012, growing by 10 per cent to reach a record high of $46.2 trillion, after declining 1.7 per cent in 2011. As many as one million individuals joined the global HNWI population, which reached 12 million, reflecting an increase of 9.2 per cent. In 2012 North America’s population of 3.73 million HNWIs surpassed the … [Read more...]
Grant Funding Application for HIV Prevention in Digital Media, apply today!
June 25, 2013 by
We know that using new media can help HIV/AIDS service organizations extend the reach of their programs and messaging. At the same time, new media is helping to advance the goals of the Digital Government Strategy (DGS), which calls on us “to ask ourselves every day, how are we using technology to make a real difference in people’s lives”? In order to use new media effectively, organizations need to develop communications plans to guide their efforts. To support that critical planning … [Read more...]
Ana Manao celebrates “Benvenuto Presidente” (June 26)
June 23, 2013 by
You are cordially invited to the opening of the Italian Contemporary Film Festival in Toronto on Wednesday June 26, 2013 -- a “Reel Italian Experience!” The festival will kick off with Italian box office smash hit “Benvenuto Presidente” (Welcome Mr. President), a charming political comedy directed by Riccardo Milani. The opening night film stars Claudio Bisio (co-star of Oscar winner Mediterraneo), as a modest, good-hearted librarian mistakenly elected President of Italy. Following … [Read more...]
Jean Houston, Six Month Mentoring Programs
June 23, 2013 by
A few times each year, Dr. Jean Houston offers a unique mentoring to small groups of students. This July, Dr. Houston addresses one of the most fascinating and evocative of topics, that of our spiritual relationships, and it’s importance to our lives. For more information on the Six-Month Mentoring Program, see below. INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION Is there a spiritual dimension to living that guides and assists our brief passage through time? If so, does it conform to the … [Read more...]
International Widow’s Day celebrated JUNE 23
June 22, 2013 by
Absent in statistics, unnoticed by researchers, neglected by national and local authorities and mostly overlooked by civil society organizations – the situation of widows is, in effect, invisible. Yet abuse of widows and their children constitutes one of the most serious violations of human rights and obstacles to development today. Millions of the world’s widows endure extreme poverty, ostracism, violence, homelessness, ill health and discrimination in law and custom. To give special … [Read more...]
“Sport teams provide training in skills we need in the game of life”
June 22, 2013 by
In light of the Olympic Day on 23 June, introduced in 1948 to commemorate the creation of the modern Olympic Games on 23 June 1894 in Paris by Pierre de Coubertin, UN Women talks to Anita L. DeFrantz, United States Olympic medalist, member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and Chair of the IOC Women and Sport Commission. She is also the President of the LA84 Foundation, which is managing southern California’s endowment from the 1984 Olympic Games. “Sport teams provide training in … [Read more...]
Childcare, 20 Wacky Ways to Tell Your Teen that ‘You Love Them’
June 22, 2013 by
Even though they won’t tell you so, teenagers still want to know they are loved. Most parents will do that in the traditional ways: saying “I love you” when they leave for a trip, before hanging up on the phone or on special occasions. Parents also show their love by the things they do. Again, most of the time, it is in the usual ways at the usual times. Consider changing things up a little and letting your teen know of your love in a more unusual fashion. Here are some ideas straight … [Read more...]
HUD AWARDS $32 MILLION TO 30 LOCAL HIV-AIDS HOUSING
June 22, 2013 by
[Last month], the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced $32 million in grant awards to assist more than 1,300 extremely low-income persons and families living with HIV/AIDS annually. The grant awards will provide these households with a stable living environment, which is essential to accessing healthcare and HIV related services. In addition to housing assistance these grant programs will provide access to the needed supportive services in assisting beneficiaries with a … [Read more...]
Global and regional estimates of ‘violence against women’
June 22, 2013 by
WHO report highlights violence against women as a ‘global health problem of epidemic proportions’ JUNE 2013 | GENEVA - Physical or sexual violence is a public health problem that affects more than one third of all women globally, according to a new report released by WHO in partnership with the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine and the South African Medical Research Council. The report, Global and regional estimates of 'violence against women': Prevalence and health … [Read more...]
Mary D. Moore is Taking Action for World Peace!
June 22, 2013 by
Throughout human history, war and violence defined whether territorial boundaries would expand or constrict. The Rule of Law seldom became the standard of societal life; too often, it was might over right. But evolution and the refinement of human morals and ethics have moved mankind, from the mid-20th century, to rise above the pattern of war and violence towards the higher invitation of sustainable peace and the rule of law. For that purpose, the United Nations was … [Read more...]
Norway extends mandatory military service to women
June 21, 2013 by
Norway has voted to extend mandatory military conscription to all citizens, regardless of gender, the first peacetime European or NATO country to do so. Women will now likely face one year of military service as of 2015. Norway's parliament overwhelmingly backed a resolution on Friday, which urges the government to push ahead with legislation on gender neutral conscription. "Rights and duties should be the same for all," said Labour lawmaker Laila Gustavsen, a supporter of the bill. … [Read more...]
Irene Becker, Our Greatest Hope | New Edition
June 21, 2013 by
The the fire of human potential, employee engagement and effectiveness, agile teams, great management and leadership cannot be lit without the desire to rekindle and champion our greatest hope, our greatest power. Developing a purposeful life, career, team, organization and society rest upon our ability to redirect our thoughts and actions on a focus that ignites the integrity of our thoughts, actions and words. Where do we start? How do we build/rebuild our greatest hope, our greatest power … [Read more...]
