General Assembly President calls for redoubling of efforts to end human trafficking 04 April 2012 - The President of the sixty-sixth session of the United Nations General Assembly, Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, today called on Member States, civil society, the private sector and the media to step up efforts to bring an end to human trafficking, which he called "an appalling form of human rights abuse". "Human trafficking denies individuals their dignity, reducing them to mere objects by … [Read more...]
Dr. Sharifa Sharif – ‘A Small Story’ + HBO Documentary Dates
March 29, 2012 by
Imprisoned of Love In Afghanistan the Islamic laws deny women the right to have sex before marriage. Conventional punishment for sex outside marriage is stoning to death. You may recall the brutal and graphic images of a few cases which have caught the media attention. In Afghanistan, this religious regulation has extended its implication to social and cultural norms where free socialization of boys and girls is considered immoral. Although nowadays, women and men work together in … [Read more...]
L’ORÉAL-UNESCO Awards For Women in Science
March 29, 2012 by
The 14th Annual L’ORÉAL-UNESCO Awards For Women in Science © Julian Dufort for the L'Oréal Corporation Foundation UNESCO Director-General Irina Bokova and Chairman of the L’Oréal Foundation Sir Lindsay Owen-Jones will present the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Awards to five exceptional women scientists during a ceremony at the Organization’s Headquarters on Thursday, 29 March. The winners of this year’s awards are: Professor Jill Farrant, Research Chair … [Read more...]
Crop for Cancer with Tiffany Bond – June 24, 2012
March 28, 2012 by
Come join us at our 3rd Annual Crop for Women’s Cancers All funds raised will go to the “Taking Steps against Breast Cancer” walk, benefitting the Canadian Cancer Society Where: Carruthers Marsh Pavilion 55 Ashbury Boulevard Ajax, Ontario When: Sunday June 24th, 2012 9-5 Why: So we can help with funding the research to fight back and find the cure for cancer, if not for ourselves then for our future generations AND we get to have fun doing it. How: … [Read more...]
INDIA: Breaking the Glass Ceiling
March 27, 2012 by
Many of UNDP's relationships with countries and territories on the ground exceed 60 years. Find details on our successes and ongoing work. India has a rich history of women in positions of power, yet the country ranks 129 out of 146 countries on the Gender Inequality Index, and women in India face barriers at all levels in areas such as food insecurity and education. To confront the social, economic and political challenges faced by women in India, a group of female activists, … [Read more...]
V-Day Celebrates the Life of Lyn Lusi – WOMAN of ACTION passes.
March 19, 2012 by
V-Day Celebrates the Life of Lyn Lusi This past weekend we lost a visionary, a fighter for women's rights, and a "mama" to so many women and girl survivors of sexual violence in Congo. On March 18th, co-founder and Program Director of HEAL Africa Lyn Lusi passed away from terminal cancer. Lyn dedicated her life to the women and girls of Congo. According to HEAL Africa's website, she first arrived in 1971 and worked in school and hospital administration in northeastern … [Read more...]
Successful Sistas Interview post of Susan Winlaw
March 19, 2012 by
Successful Sistas Interview post of Susan Winlaw It is my distinct pleasure to present the March Feature Friday interviewee, Susan Winlaw, President of BAM Press, speaker, editor and author. Early retirement did not make this enterprising woman rest on her laurels, instead she created a new career and became an author of 4 books and a sought after speaker. Learn more about how Susan is flourishing in life and helping others do the same. Please tell us a little about your … [Read more...]
“Changing Lives” for 18 March — Mothers’ Day in the UK
March 16, 2012 by
MARCH 2012 | DFID FACEBOOK – This Mother's Day, the United Kingdom Department of International Development is highlighting how UK aid is helping two million women to deliver their babies safely in the world's poorest countries. DfID has launched a special Facebook campaign called “Changing Lives” for 18 March -- Mothers’ Day in the UK. On the Changing Lives Facebook, find stories about real life people: Musu—a mother who has gone into labour in one of the most dangerous places in the world … [Read more...]
Women farmers worldwide need support – Take Action!
March 15, 2012 by
Women face widespread restrictions with their ability to buy, sell or inherit land, open a savings account, borrow money or sell their crops at market. They also are more likely than men to lack access to rudimentary basics of farming such as fertilizers, water, tillers, transportation, improved crop and animal varieties, and extension services. (..) “The global sidelining of women farmers puts our food security at great risk,” said Mark Holderness, Executive Secretary for the Global Forum on … [Read more...]
UNFPA Executive Director Addresses Sun Valley Film Festival
March 13, 2012 by
United Nations, New York — UNFPA Executive Director, Dr. Babatunde Osotimehin, last week visited Sun Valley, Idaho, where he was the key guest of honour at the Fifth Family of Women Film Festival. Dedicated to documentaries addressing women's status and empowerment at the global level, this year’s festival focused on the Middle East and North Africa. Dr. Osotimehin opened the festival on 1 March at a special ceremony that screened Saving Face winner of the 2012 Oscar for Best Documentary … [Read more...]
