October 2010 Women make up slightly more than 50 percent of the world's population, but account for over 60 percent of the world's hungry. Copyright: WFP/Riccardo Gangale Women hold the key to a future free from hunger and poverty. By supporting women’s education, training them as business leaders, equipping them to become better farmers and aiding those displaced by conflict, the Women’s Empowerment Fund is giving WFP and its supporters a new way to help them do … [Read more...]
Chesler Chronicles: Buried Alive In Turkey—and—Under the Burqa
October 13, 2010 by
Buried Alive In Turkey In Turkey — a country which was nearly accepted as a member by the European Union — a father and grandfather recently buried Medine Memi, a sixteen-year-old girl, alive — and all because she was seen talking to boys. Medine was repeatedly beaten. She ran to the police but they did not help her. When the men buried her she was “alive and fully conscious.” This savage, heartless, primitive act is the ultimate, logical consequence of burying women alive — shrouding them … [Read more...]
Louise Hay – Taking Action!
October 12, 2010 by
NEW! 4-Color Gift Edition of Dr. Wayne Dyer's international bestseller, The Power of Intention Join us on Facebook for the Intention Challenge! Each week, we will give you tips on how to put Intention to work in your daily life. Challenge yourself—and your friends and family—to co-create your world your way and propel yourself toward fulfilling your dreams! Start now » Wayne Dyer's all-time best-selling book is now available in a beautifully … [Read more...]
HEALTH for WOMEN – Preventive Services for Women and Families
October 11, 2010 by
Secretary Sebelius discusses the Affordable Care Act and how it provides more access to treatment and preventive services for all Americans, especially women and families, with National Campaign Director at MomsRising, Donna Norton, and actress and Women's Health advocate Fran Drescher, founder of CancerSchmancer.org http://www.HealthCare.gov … [Read more...]
WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY – October 10, 2010
October 10, 2010 by
No health without mental health 10 October 2010 World Mental Health Day on 10 October raises public awareness about mental health issues. The Day promotes more open discussion of mental disorders, and investments in prevention and treatment services. The treatment gap for mental, neurological and substance use disorders is formidable especially in poor resource countries. Physical and mental health are intertwined. There is a real need to deal with mental health problems of people with chronic … [Read more...]
Women Count for Peace: The 2010 Open Days on Women, Peace and Security
October 9, 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 dialogue … [Read more...]
Afghanistan, Empowering Women for Rural Health
October 8, 2010 by
Empowering Women for Rural Health More than 21,000 community health workers provide better access to health services for rural families in Afghanistan. Istalef, Kabul Province, Afghanistan Empowering Women for Rural Health Success Story Dr. Suraya Dalil, Acting Minister of Public Health and Dr. Laurent Zessler, UNFPA Representative to Afghanistan at a joint press conference held in 2010 on UNFPA's US$6.1 million assistance to the Ministry of Public Health for support to … [Read more...]
AVAAZ – This Sunday, 6300 events in 187 countries!
October 7, 2010 by
This Sunday, 10/10/10, we'll smash a world record: citizens of 187 nations have organized more than 6300 "climate work parties," from Canada to Palau. The message: the world's people are taking action on climate -- and it's time for governments to join us.Let's show that the global climate movement is energized, everywhere, and enormous -- click to find an event: This Sunday, at more than 6300 events in 187 countries, citizens around the world will shatter a dangerous myth: … [Read more...]
Obama Administration's Pledge – Funding to Fight HIV/AIDS, Malaria and Tuberculosis
October 6, 2010 by
Obama Administration's Pledge to Global Fund to Fight HIV/AIDS, Malaria and Tuberculosis As part of America’s leadership in saving lives and alleviating suffering around the world, the United States announced today that it intends to make an unprecedented three-year pledge of support to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. The pledge is tied to the call for smart investments and shared responsibility to reach the goal of saving more lives efficiently and … [Read more...]
ONAP Commissions Institute of Medicine – Examine Data Gaps in HIV Care
October 5, 2010 by
ONAP Commissions Institute of Medicine Examine Data Gaps in Monitoring Access and Quality of HIV Care This time last year, the Office of National AIDS Policy (ONAP) announced a contract with the Institute of Medicine (IOM) to conduct a series of policy analyses to help inform the National HIV/AIDS Strategy. The first of three reports from this project was released two weeks ago and presents important information for policymakers and members of the public working to expand HIV testing and … [Read more...]
HHS.gov/Recovery Updates
September 29, 2010 by
HHS.gov/Recovery Updates You are subscribed to HHS Recovery Act Plans & Reports for U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services. September 2010 Total HHS Recovery Funds Obligated (through grants and contracts): $105.4 Billion Total Gross Outlays (spent by recipients): $87.2 Billion Cumulative Recovery Act Medicaid FMAP State draw downs total about $70.3 billion. Also see: Recovery Act Medicaid FMAP State Awards Savings to States' Prescription Drug (Part D) Costs All … [Read more...]
