Celiac disease or gluten-sensitive enteropathy is an inherited condition triggered by the consumption of cereal grains containing "gluten". Simply put, the immune system of a celiac reacts negatively to the presence of gluten in the diet causing damage to the inner lining of the small bowel which reduces the person's ablility to absorb nutrients including: iron, folate, calcium, Vitamin D, protein, fat and other food compounds. The grains considered to be capable of producing negative effects in … [Read more...]
5 Historical Facts about the Women’s March
March 2, 2024 by
The Women's March on Washington was a historical event. The protests were the most significant mass electoral participation in U.S. history. This has not been forgotten. Some readers may agree with the Women's March, while others disagree. Regardless, it is essential to know that women and other minorities have struggled to gain equality for centuries - even to reclaim simple aspects of their identities. This article has outlined some interesting historical facts regarding the Women's … [Read more...]
Gender Violence Addressed in Iraq
April 14, 2022 by
Baghdad, Iraq – The Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS) has established a partnership with UN Women and UNFPA to improve the safety, protection and well-being of women and girl survivors of gender-based violence in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Building on existing structures and ongoing gender mainstreaming efforts, the new partnership will contribute to increasing access to quality gender-based violence protection services, such as mental health and psychosocial support, … [Read more...]
Maternal Health Education must be Prioritized Globally
February 5, 2022 by
What is Maternal Health Education? The WHO states "Maternal health refers to the health of women during pregnancy, childbirth and the postnatal period." Each stage should be a positive experience, ensuring women and their babies reach their full potential for health and well-being." Although important progress has been made in the last two decades, in 2020, the global maternal mortality ratio was 152 deaths per 100,000 live births; this number is unacceptably high. Every pregnancy and … [Read more...]
MARCH 10: International Women’s Day Celebration 2019
October 22, 2018 by
A Celebration of Women™ The World Hub for Women Leaders that Care RSVP on our Facebook Event Page - HERE LUNCH OPTIONS / FASHION SHOW EVENT FEE Lunch Options Chicken Marsala with Steamed Veggies $75.00 CAD Vegetarian - Eggplant Parmasan $75.00 CAD 2 Ticket Special Chicken Marsala with Steamed Veggies $100.00 CAD 2 Ticket Special Vegetarian - Eggplant Parma $100.00 CAD March 10, 2019 >>>> Apply Today to Participate at Event. In honor of … [Read more...]
AUG 12: International Youth Day – Safe Spaces for Youth
August 1, 2018 by
What are safe spaces? The theme of this year’s International Youth Day on 12 August is “Safe Spaces for Youth”. Celebrations on the day will highlight various types of safe spaces and their role in contributing to youth empowerment, inclusion and development. But what are safe spaces? They are various platforms where young people can come together, participate, engage in diverse activities and enjoy the freedom of expression. When youth have spaces where they can come together without … [Read more...]
Orange Day – Gender Equality Advocacy and Awareness, LUCKNOW on 25th July, 2018
July 27, 2018 by
Orange Day + Gender Equality Advocacy and Awareness session conducted at Spring Dale College, Gomti Nagar LUCKNOW on 25th July, 2018. Our Advisor to Asia, Ms. Meetika Srivastava, was called upon to conduct a gender equality related session during their ongoing one week long awareness drive on the theme of gender equality is the need of the society. Championing the cause of girls education and empowerment she did screening of the movie 'Girl Rising'. This was followed by an … [Read more...]
Top 5 Girls’ Day/Night Out Ideas
May 24, 2018 by
Catching up with friends is always great fun, and it is important to keep your relationships strong, but it can be hard to know what to do and especially when you have not seen each other for a while. Going out for food and drinks is the obvious choice and, although there is nothing wrong with this, it is not the most exciting, and there is plenty more that you could do in addition to going out to eat or going to a bar. Here are just a few ideas to consider for a fun girls day out … [Read more...]
Why Going On An All-Women Vacation Is Good For You
May 16, 2018 by
Choosing to go on a vacation with just your girlfriends can be a wonderful idea. It’s the perfect time to really relax and get away from it all with a group of friends who you trust and who you want to spend real quality time with. There are many benefits to going on an all-women vacation, and here are just some of them; by the time you’ve finished reading, you’ll be ready to book. Your Friendships Will Be Stronger Getting away from it all with a group of friends does usually make that … [Read more...]
Tips to Develop Your Self-Confidence
March 29, 2018 by
Confidence can be like the tide: it ebbs and flows. Some days you will wake up and feel on top of the world and capable of flying to the moon, and others less so. Whether your confidence can be dashed by a careless comment from a partner, a look from a stranger, or murmurings from your over critical inner voice, confidence is a tricky skill to master. Here are 4 tips to help you be the woman you want to be – confident, assertive and self-assured. 1. Assess Your Friends In this digital age … [Read more...]
