KORIYAMA, Japan (AP) — She's 21, has thyroid cancer, and wants people in her prefecture in northeastern Japan to get screened for it. That statement might not seem provocative, but her prefecture is Fukushima, and of the 173 young people with confirmed or suspected cases since the 2011 nuclear meltdowns there, she is the first to speak out. That near-silence highlights the fear Fukushima thyroid-cancer patients have about being the "nail that sticks out," and thus gets hammered. The … [Read more...]
The First-Ever World Humanitarian Summit, Take Aways!
June 2, 2016 by
“We are one humanity, with a shared responsibility. Let us resolve here and now not only to keep people alive, but to give people a chance at life in dignity.” United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon spoke those words to open the first-ever World Humanitarian Summit, which took place May 23-24 and included 9,000 participants from across the world and across sectors. They represented over 170 countries and came from UN agencies, aid organizations, governments, businesses, faith groups, … [Read more...]
Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict
May 31, 2016 by
Sunday, 19 June 2016: International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict In 2015 the United Nations adopted 19 June as the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict. Observed annually, the Day aims to raise awareness of the need to put an end to conflict-related sexual violence, to honour the victims and survivors of sexual violence around the world and to pay tribute to all those who have courageously devoted their lives to and lost their lives in … [Read more...]
World Humanitarian Summit (WHS) 23-24 May, UN Women
May 21, 2016 by
The Issue Disasters kill more women than men, and hit women’s livelihoods hardest. According to UN reports, 60 per cent of all maternal deaths take place in humanitarian settings and all forms of gender-based violence against women and girls spike during disasters and conflict. Experience and research show that when women are included in humanitarian action, the entire community benefits. Despite this, women and girls are often excluded from decision-making processes that shape the … [Read more...]
“Her Goals, Her Future”, Sustainable Development Goals
May 16, 2016 by
On May 16, over 5,000 people from around the world (leaders, advocates, policymakers, journalists, and researchers) will descend upon Copenhagen for the fourth Women Deliver conference. In the world of international development, any conference that includes thousands of people, no matter how interesting or important the focus, is likely to receive some degree of criticism –ranging from questions about usefulness, cost, and objectives to outright eye rolling. But there are times when a … [Read more...]
Success without the Stress, 6 Month Program
May 10, 2016 by
The Performance Coaching Team was established to empower small business owners to elevate their effectiveness in producing unprecedented results. As Entrepreneurs, the very nature of what we do is on our own for most of us. Core Values: Action: Creating results that follow naturally from taking complete actions. Contribution: The distribution of innovative ideas to others and the acceptance of innovative ideas from others. Collaboration: Working together in teams and … [Read more...]
TSR Canada, Division of The Staff Room!
May 7, 2016 by
TSR Canada helps companies and individuals alike. We offer a wide range of services from HR services including recruitment to career coaching those looking for a new or to boost their current career, as well as some great courses to help everyone in all stages of their life and careers. We are TSR Canada and we are a division of The Staff Room! We just celebrated our new Durham location April 28th and in spriit of it we are offering everyone and all companies of all sizes a FREE 30 … [Read more...]
APRIL 13 – TORONTO: WEWednesdays! Celebration
April 13, 2016 by
#Toronto Celebration: APRIL 13 - 2nd Anniversary Celebration JOIN US: TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR :) *** INSIDE "The Wine Bar" room. RSVP HERE WEWednesdays! Women Empowering Women | Networking at its Best! RSVP by CITY & DATE *** PRE-REGISTER & SAVE - TICKETS: www.wewednesdays.com EMAIL FEATURED BUSINESS SHOWCASE APPLICATIONS to: [email protected] ATTENTION: SHOWCASE … [Read more...]
Stacey’s PEACE MISSION 2016
April 12, 2016 by
About Stacey Huish A Strong Powerful Game Changer! A Speaker, Educator, Author and Lover of Life! A free spirit who is affectionately known as the Game Changer. I am an earth healer, a heart healer, a lover of life, raising the vibration of love to help as many people as possible to live passionate, purpose filled lives, awaken the planet and enable the divine purpose of the universe to unfold. That is My Life! That is my purpose for me being here! I am a Social Entrepreneur, 1 … [Read more...]
hEr VOLUTION Think Tank Accelerator – JOIN TODAY!
March 24, 2016 by
Are you a student looking to gain experience in your field? Volunteer with hEr VOLUTION. We cordially invite you , our community members, to take part in an info session to learn more about an upcoming unique and innovative program. hEr VOLUTION Think Tank Accelerator was designed to help support young women from our communities to successfully integrate as contributing members of the society. Join their Community Info Session to learn how HERE hEr VOLUTION Think-Tank Accelerator is … [Read more...]
7 Reasons Why You Need a Massage
March 18, 2016 by
An impromptu shoulder rub from a partner can feel really good, especially if you are stiff after a long day at the office. However, there are plenty more compelling reasons why you should book a massage regularly – and here are some of them. Stress Relief Being under stress is a common reason to book a massage. When we are stressed, our bodies tense up, our heart rate goes through the roof and increased levels of the stress hormone cortisol flood through our system. Massage therapy can … [Read more...]
