September 2012 – The United Nations is counting on the leadership and active engagement of Pacific island nations in tackling some of today’s pressing challenges, including achieving the anti-poverty targets known as the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), advancing sustainable development and promoting gender equality, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said yesterday. “Now more than ever, we must work to align our priorities and objectives,” Mr. Ban said in his remarks to the first-ever meeting … [Read more...]
UNDP offers six-point plan to fast-track women in politics, Asia-Pacific
September 23, 2012 by
UNDP THAILAND/MARK S. COGAN | ABC JOURNALIST HELEN BROWN MODERATES A DISCUSSION OF PROMINENT POLITICAL ACTORS SHARING THEIR THOUGHTS ON WHY THE PUSH FOR POLITICAL EQUALITY IN ASIA LANGUISHES BEHIND OTHER REGIONS. BANGKOK — It will take 50 years for gender balance to be achieved in Asia-Pacific national legislatures if the increase in women’s participation in parliaments remains at the current pace, says a UN Development Programme (UNDP) study released this week. Economic progress will be … [Read more...]
Amanda Gore – WOMAN of ACTION™
September 19, 2012 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this fireball of energy, a woman that has risen above challenges of childhood. She grew past her fears and now devotes her life to the betterment of others; involving her audiences in an entertaining way that gets them all connected, she shares strategies, techniques and skills that allow people to enjoy work, eradicate fear, adapt to change, improve attitude and perceptions, transform relationships, leadership, sales, … [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...]
Susana E. de Pereda – WOMAN of ACTION™
August 22, 2012 by
A Celebration of Women™ is excited to Celebrate the Life of this awakened soul, a woman that has walked the walk and is now here to help the Women of our World do the same, Awaken to the truth that YES WE CAN, make a Difference! Her motto in life is: "To Unite Everyone in Our Planet with LOVE" WOMAN of ACTION™ Susana E. de Pereda My Vision, Purpose and Goals in my life is to empower Men and Women Worldwide to become more assertive and aware that we are … [Read more...]
Lynn Manwar – WOMAN of ACTION™
August 10, 2012 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this powerhouse of strength, rising above a multitude of life challenges; including a period of estrangement from her own father, a man she loves dearly, arthritis, thyroid cancer and many other challenges. Her message to the women of our world is that life offers many experiences, and one can rise above it all through the sheer power of 'unconditional love'. This power of example is now here to help the Women of our World, … [Read more...]
What will the next generation say you did to end HIV in Women & Children?
June 27, 2012 by
The GLOBAL PLAN We are at a turning point for delivering on the promise to end child and maternal mortality and improve health – marked by bold new commitments. This strategic framework supports one such commitment, the 'Global Plan Towards the Elimination of New HIV Infections among Children by 2015 and Keeping their Mothers Alive'. It offers guidance for preventing HIV infections and unintended pregnancies – both essential strategies for improving maternal and child health, and … [Read more...]
Lynette Palmen AM – WOMAN of ACTION™
June 11, 2012 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this superb example of tireless caring, determination, and perseverence. Devoting her life to the WOMEN of AUSTRALIA, this powerhouse has built the largest women's networking organization across the continent, and has been gifted to title: ~ Australia’s Queen of Networking ~ WOMAN of ACTION™ Lynette Palmen AM ~ Australia’s Queen of Networking ~ Running a … [Read more...]
Lynette L Palmen AM, Women’s Network Australia – Taking Action
June 11, 2012 by
Have you found it hard to locate information on exactly what if any Government funding is available to establish, expand or develop your small business? If you have - then you'll find this service locating money available for your small business of interest. It's easy to use and it only takes one or two minutes to run the location and details of your business - from there you will be able to ascertain if you qualify for any of the Government funding that is currently on offer. Even if you … [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...]
One Year On: UN Women Widens Donor Base, Strengthens Partnerships
January 23, 2012 by
One Year On: UN Women Widens Donor Base, Strengthens Partnerships UN Women commemorates its first anniversary this month with some 114 governments contributing to core funds in 2011, resulting in a 73 percent increase in core funding compared to the combined budget of its former four predecessors the year prior. The entity’s total income target for 2012-13 is set for US$700 million. “[The budget] pushes us to strengthen partnerships across the board — with governments, … [Read more...]
WOMAN of ACTION – Joan Nowotny
October 15, 2011 by
A Celebration of Women is elated to Celebrate the Life through this Tribute to a `FREE THINKING` Woman. Not only was this a woman that never questioned her faith, she was brave enough to live a life without 'Contempt Prior to Investigation'. There is an old axiom stating that one should 'Trust - but Verify' and this is a lifestyle that takes the Courage to Take Action, speak out, stand tall and stand up for your own beliefs, whatever they may be. This woman is a true Power of … [Read more...]
