International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers Worldwide, 29 May 2012 Hosts / Sponsors: United Nations 29 May is the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers. The theme this year is a celebration of global partnerships, which include Member States, the UN Secretariat, host countries, regional organizations and UN partners — all working to bring peace and security to some of the world's most troubled areas. The day has two purposes: … [Read more...]
UN independent rights expert urges Gabon to combat trafficking of children
May 25, 2012 by
25 May 2012 – A United Nations independent human rights expert has urged Gabon to adopt measures to tackle trafficking in children from West and Central African States, and address traditional and cultural factors that exacerbate the problem.“I am confident that Gabon can become a model for other countries in the region and beyond in the fight against trafficking,” said the UN Special Rapporteur on trafficking in persons, especially women and children, Joy Ngozi Ezeilo, in a news statement … [Read more...]
India: Transforming poor rural women into successful business managers
May 22, 2012 by
Ten years ago Pushpa Devi Maurya joined a self-help group to make ends meet in the village of Chak Padri in the state of Uttar Pradesh, northern India. Today this 35-year-old mother of two manages the bulk milk chilling centre set up by the milk producers’ company near her village. The centre collects milk from 56 villages and supplies on average 2000 litres of milk a day to the state’s milk grid. This project was possible because women’s voices are starting to be heard. The lives of 50,000 … [Read more...]
BOGOTA – Margot Wallström hears stories of sexual violence
May 22, 2012 by
Margot Wallström hears stories from survivors of sexual violence in an IDP community, 100 km from Bogota, Colombia. UN Photo/R. Riveros Colombia must increase its efforts to fight impunity for crimes of sexual violence, a United Nations envoy said today, adding that such efforts should be paired with assistance to survivors and victims.“I understand that the country as a whole wants to look to the future, instead of dwelling on the past, but there can be no lasting peace without security … [Read more...]
Catherine Smith, AU – The Courage of Her Convictions
May 18, 2012 by
In 2011 Catherine Smith, an Australian mother of six, saw her former husband jailed on 17 charges. Among the charges were three for attempted murder, and many others for assault, sex without consent and detaining with intent to obtain advantage. It had taken her 30 years of appeals and petitions to the authorities, during which she and her family suffered repeated brutality. Smith was herself tried during this time (and acquitted) for attempted murder. Her case highlights the barriers that … [Read more...]
SHIRLEE HALL Taking Action! – TRANSFORMATION…The Number Forty
May 18, 2012 by
TRANSFORMATION...The Number Forty The number 40 in the Bible is symbolic of a period of testing. Just as Noah's faith was put to the test of 40 days and nights of rain, the children of Israel being tested in the wilderness for 40 years, and Jesus fasting of 40 days before he began his public ministry. The examples are many ... Some of the stories shared regarding the number 40 apply to people like you and me. The number 40 is often a symbol for a time of trial or … [Read more...]
Leela Francis is Taking Action ~ Vividly Woman Leaders Circles
May 17, 2012 by
Leela's News Dear Friends; I'm feeling like the proud Mama beaming with love and appreciation. I've just completed 2 more Vividly Woman Leaders Circles in stunning nature retreat settings in California and BC. 15 more gorgeous Goddesses were initiated home to their juiciest aliveness as Vividly Woman Leaders. I also awarded 5 of these Leaders their VW Embodied Leader Certificate for completing all 4 modules of the VW Embodied Leader … [Read more...]
Afghanistan is no longer the worst place in the world to be a mother!
May 15, 2012 by
Afghanistan is no longer the worst place in the world to be a mother, according to a new report by Save the Children. I am at once heartened and shocked by this news. If that respected NGO can show that progress has been made in this country, it must be true, and that is a good thing. But then this means that there is a place where women risk even more to have a child than in Afghanistan. My heart goes out to the women of Niger, the new holders of this soul-wrenching title. Even … [Read more...]
Wangari Maathai Award 2012
May 12, 2012 by
Wangari Maathai Award 2012 Wangari Muta Maathai was born in Nyeri, Kenya (Africa) in 1940. The first woman in East and Central Africa to earn a doctorate degree. Wangari Maathai obtained a degree in Biological Sciences from Mount St. Scholastica College in Atchison, Kansas (1964). She subsequently earned a Master of Science degree from the University of Pittsburgh (1966). She pursued doctoral studies in Germany and the University of Nairobi, obtaining a Ph.D. … [Read more...]
Honoring Mothers, AngelsTeach
May 12, 2012 by
Tomorrow is Mother's Day and in celebration, I will be channeling 3 messages from 3 of our favorite archangels: Archangel Michael, Archangel Raphael and Archangel Gabriel. I invite you to join us tomorrow at 11am eastern! Title: Honoring Mothers Time: Sunday, May 13th at 11:00am Eastern Listening method: Phone + Web Simulcast To attend or listen to the recording after the event is over, visit: http://InstantTeleseminar.com/?eventID=28795440 If you are not able … [Read more...]
(WomanACT) – Toronto debut of Ghosts of Violence, Saturday, May 26, 2012
May 12, 2012 by
GHOSTS of VIOLENCE Ghosts of Violence is a groundbreaking multi-media ballet which brings the issue of domestic violence against women into the spotlight. It is an innovative and inspirational call for awareness, understanding and action. This original ballet brings to life stories inspired by women who have died at the hands of a partner. Through movement, theatre, music and videography, this ballet captures their memory –their struggles, their hopes, their joys and our … [Read more...]
V-Day Mother’s Day Challenge: Get 15 Women RISING!
May 11, 2012 by
V-Day Mother's Day Challenge: Get 15 Women RISING! This weekend, in celebration of Mother's Day V-Day is calling on you to gather 15 women including your mothers, grandmothers, aunts, friends and sign them up to STRIKE, DANCE and RISE with you on 2.14.13 for ONE BILLION RISING! The path to ONE BILLION RISING starts with you, and what better day than Mother's Day to birth the ONE BILLION RISING movement in your community. SEND a message to up to 15 people inviting them to join the … [Read more...]
