September 2012 – Violence against women and girls and the indiscriminate extraction of natural resources are among the most pressing issues that indigenous peoples face today, a United Nations human rights expert said today. “A recurring issue that has come to my attention in various contexts is that of violence against indigenous women and girls,” said the Special Rapporteur on the rights of indigenous peoples, James Anaya, in his statement to the UN Human Rights Council in … [Read more...]
Pakistan, Women constitute only 2% membership of the trade unions
September 15, 2012 by
- WOMEN - Only 2% trade union members in the formal and invisible in the Informal economy ISLAMABAD (ILO News) - Women constitute only 2% membership of the trade unions in Pakistan, this figure does not even include informal economy of which more than 70% are women. This alarming figure was shared in a training workshop, “Training of trainers in developing women leadership in trade unions” held at Naran from July 28 to August 8, 2012. The training was jointly organized by … [Read more...]
Lorna Blake – I Know My Galactic Family Is Here, Do You? (Video)
September 15, 2012 by
- Lorna Blake - 'I Know My Galactic Family Is Here, Do You?' (UFO Disclosure + World Conference 2012 Info) How are you? I trust your weekend is going well:) Here's a video of people from all over the world experiencing galactic encounters. This video has been produced and released by InLIght Radio for you to share with all your family, friends, neighbours, work colleagues - and the world - to let them know that our Galactic family is here. For … [Read more...]
India, 77 Year Widow Mohini Kamwani was Jailed when she Complained to Police about Violence
September 13, 2012 by
I need Legal Help in India - Good Honest Advocate to Help me Fight my Case in Hon. Bombay High Court... 23 August 2012 To Hon. CVC Commissioner SRI PRADEEP KUMAR ji, SRI R SRI KUMAR ji & SRI J M GARG ji & all Central Vigilance Commission Dept. Personnel God Bless all @Hon CVC...for Registering my 2nd Complaint of a Poor & Helpless 77 yr Freedom Fighter's Widow...facing Corruption Injustice from Police Govt. Mohini Kamwani ►►►2nd CVC Mail to me: [email protected] via … [Read more...]
Spiritual Pilgrimage Anyone? – 9 Sacred Sites you won’t believe!
September 7, 2012 by
'... truly beyond belief' If you’re looking for a truly off-the-beaten path adventure with a spiritual side, few destinations rival these sacred sites. A combination of architectural marvels and temples built by eccentric orders, the spiritual sanctuaries in this feature are truly beyond belief. 1] The Temple Where Rats Rule The Karni Mata Temple in India has something every wandering soul seeking spiritual fulfillment yearns for: thousands and thousands of rats. Considered the … [Read more...]
Ayi Jihu Joins up with Ryan Jenkins Choreographer
September 4, 2012 by
‘So You Think You Can Dance’, Ryan Jenkins joins up with Ayi Jihu Ayi Jihu - WOMAN of ACTION™ here at A Celebration of Women™, is known for many things, however, what she has at her core is dancing. If you one goes back to her village in Leibo China and mentions her name, all will refer to the “little girl who was always dancing and singing.” In fact, she has been dancing ever since she could walk and whenever she dances people pay attention. Ayi Jihu is about to … [Read more...]
World Urban Forum 6 – Naples Italy, 1-7 September 2012
August 31, 2012 by
World Urban Forum 6 Naples, Italy, 1-7 September 2012 Host / Sponsor: UN-Habitat and Partners The World Urban Forum was established by the United Nations to examine one of the most pressing problems facing the world today: rapid urbanization and its impact on communities, cities, economies, climate change and policies. In the space of a few short years, the Forum has turned into the world's premier conference on cities. Since the first meeting in … [Read more...]
Papua New Guinea’s newest parliamentarians, a time for women
August 30, 2012 by
... a time for Women in Papua New Guinea Since Papua New Guinea’s independence in 1975, none of its parliaments have comprised more than 2 per cent of women. Efforts to address traditional attitudes in the country and support women candidates and voters have shown signs of impact, yet the political landscape for women remains a tough one. In an interview with UN Women, two of the three women members of parliament (MPs) elected in the July 2012 polls detail the challenges they … [Read more...]
Safe Cities: Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea 2012
August 29, 2012 by
"Safe Cities Free of Violence against Women and Girls." Port Moresby is one of five pilot cities -- along with Quito, Kigali, New Delhi and Cairo -- participating in UN Women's Global Programme "Safe Cities Free of Violence against Women and Girls." Operating successfully since its December 2010 launch, the project, entitled "Port Moresby: A Safer City for Women and Girls," aims to develop, test, evaluate and disseminate a model that makes cities safer for women and girls. Port Moresby … [Read more...]
7-Eleven Shops in Thailand join efforts to end violence against women
August 28, 2012 by
TAKE ACTION As part of the national campaign to stop violence against women in Thailand, 7-Eleven will soon join in the efforts to combat the issue by accepting complaints on violence against women before forwarding them to authorities, as well as assisting women who need help. The operator of 7-Eleven, CP All, the Office of the Attorney General, the Royal Thai Police, the Foundation for Women, and the Hotline Center Foundation are joining hands to help reduce violence against women … [Read more...]
Cinda Lonsway is Taking Action with 30 Days of ROAR! – starting Sept. 1
August 25, 2012 by
30 Days of ROAR! 30 Days of ROAR! from Cinda Stevens Lonsway on Vimeo. Partnering with Wild Sister Magazine, which I am a writer contributor. Here is their website for people to join in the Wild Sisterhood online community and participate in the 30 Days of ROAR! . www.wildsister.com ROAR @ Cinda Stevens Lonsway, 2010 It began as a whisper, of one woman leaning into the ear of another, “Do you feel it?” she asked. Then whispered to another, “Do you feel it?” … [Read more...]
DES Tragedy ** Mothers, Daughters, Sons, 3rd Generation and Beyond, Transgender
August 24, 2012 by
Many women across the world have been involved in keeping the message of the DES Tragedy alive. We provide education to the DES Exposed, provide resources for patients to bring to their doctors and continue to push for research. We welcome everyone from the DES community -- Mothers, Daughters, Sons, 3rd Generation and Beyond, Transgender, and family and friends of DES-exposed -- as well as those interested in learning more. Description The DES tragedy of in-utero exposure and … [Read more...]
