'Population issues, gender issues must figure high in sustainable development talks' – UN A young mother and child December 2010 – The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is stepping up its efforts to ensure that gender, reproductive health and other population dynamics figure high on the agendas of upcoming global environmental and sustainable development discussions. Agency officials met with representatives from 20 non-governmental organizations (NGOs) on Wednesday to build … [Read more...]
‘Population issues, gender issues must figure high in sustainable development talks’ – UN
December 17, 2010 by
'Population issues, gender issues must figure high in sustainable development talks' – UN
December 17, 2010 by
'Population issues, gender issues must figure high in sustainable development talks' – UN A young mother and child December 2010 – The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is stepping up its efforts to ensure that gender, reproductive health and other population dynamics figure high on the agendas of upcoming global environmental and sustainable development discussions. Agency officials met with representatives from 20 non-governmental organizations (NGOs) on Wednesday to build … [Read more...]
UNESCO – 50 Years of Combating!
December 13, 2010 by
50 years of combating discrimination in education © UNESCO /Brendan O'MalleyYoung girl, India Half a century ago, on 14 December 1960, UNESCO’s General Conference adopted the Convention against Discrimination in Education. It was, and is, the first international instrument with binding force in international law which develops the right to education in all its dimensions. A key pillar of Education for All (EFA), the Convention, which came into force on 22 May … [Read more...]
Alys Cusack – CHARLES ORLANDO: The Problem With Women… is Men.
November 30, 2010 by
Charles Orlando: The Problem With Women… is Men By Alys Cusack I recently had the privilege to speak with Charles Orlando, the author of the book The Problem With Women… is Men. After years spent playing the field as a “ladies’ man,” Orlando had a sudden awakening, realizing that his womanizing behavior was much less evolved than where he wanted to be. He set out on a quest to improve himself and become a better man, and in the process came to realize that we live in a society in … [Read more...]
Hay House: HOLIDAY CATALOG SPECIALS – Cyber Monday – Don’t Miss This!
November 28, 2010 by
Save 40% on New Releases! Free Shipping** November 29th for Cyber Monday—One Day Only! Hay House is excited to offer FREE shipping** in the continental United States on our entire site, but it's for Cyber Monday only—November 29 and expires at midnight (PT). You will be able to find great bargains for yourself and all your loved ones and not have to worry about shipping costs! Each week we are adding new items, so browse the catalog for more savings. (Enter Priority … [Read more...]
Louise Hay Taking Action – Cyber Monday, Nov. 29th!
November 27, 2010 by
Free Shipping** November 29th for Cyber Monday—One Day Only! Hay House is gearing up for Cyber Monday! We are offering FREE shipping** in the continental United States on our entire site, but it's only for one day— November 29th! (Free shipping offers expires November 29, 2010 at midnight PT.) You can find great deals not only for family and friends on your holiday list, but also for yourself, especially since you won't have to worry about shipping costs! Explore the … [Read more...]
WOMAN of ACTION: Trisha Smith Taking Action!
November 17, 2010 by
A Celebration of Women shares from one of our inspired WOMEN of ACTION, Trisha Smith an article that will shock you! Trisha's mission for accountibility, the protection of women's rights, human dignity and a change in the Criminal Code of Canada is one that truly needs to be addressed. It is critical that each country of a perpetrator of crime, Take Action and Responsibility of its own citizens! Unless our world comes up with a global, unified solution to Violence Against Women, there would … [Read more...]
UNIFEM – Women Count for Peace: The 2010 Open Days now available….
November 10, 2010 by
Women Count for Peace: The 2010 Open Days on Women, Peace and Security At the heart of landmark UN Security Council resolution 1325 on women, peace and security (2000) are commitments to enable women’s contributions to all stages of peacebuilding, peacemaking, peacekeeping and conflict prevention. On the 10th anniversary of resolution 1325, the UN organized Open Days on Women, Peace and Security in conflict-affected areas. These extraordinary meetings were designed to enable direct … [Read more...]
LOUISE HAY Taking Action for the Holiday Season Gifting!
November 8, 2010 by
Hay House Online Catalog Holiday Specials Hay House Online Gift Guide—Up to 80% Off Hay House is delighted to introduce this season’s exciting holiday gift guide with specials for you, your friends, and your family. You’ll be sure to find something for everyone on your holiday list. Explore the entire holiday catalog to get your shopping done early and check off all the names on your list! (Enter Priority Code 3646 at checkout to receive free shipping*.) LOUISE'S FAVORITE … [Read more...]
