Syrian children may feel little hope today, but this week we have a powerful chance to help save their future. A staggering 6 million Syrians have fled the fighting, many of them children. In many wars, they become a 'lost generation' that knows guns more than books, and never get a chance to build a better life. But this time, there's an exciting plan to change that. Inspiring 16-year old campaigner Malala Yousafzai and UN Education Envoy Gordon Brown are teaming up with our community to … [Read more...]
A Solution for Syria – Take Action NOW!
September 7, 2013 by
Just weeks ago the kids in this image were gassed to death in their sleep. There is one peaceful way to stop these massacres - if Iran and the US sit down to talks and bring the warring parties to the table to get a ceasefire. For the first time the two Presidents are showing dialogue is possible. Let's tell them the world wants talks to start saving lives now! Sign the Petition NOW! Just weeks ago the kids in this image were gassed to death in their sleep, but it feels the world … [Read more...]
Jacquelline Fuller – WOMAN of ACTION™
August 14, 2013 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated the Celebrate the Life of this one woman, one that made her way to the infamous role of CEO and true to the pure nature of a woman, directed her powers into an action of philanthropy. Her passion lays in the desire to help others, and through her own creations enables thousands to help themselves up through her vision of 'getting the money directly into the hands that need it ... ' system. We celebrate this powerhouse and her focus on others. She is … [Read more...]
Why True Passion is Key for the Philanthropist !
August 11, 2013 by
Belief is Everything! If you want to raise money for your charity, then first believe in your cause. When you really believing in your cause, it will be contagious. People know if you are being authentic and passionate about your cause, and they also know if you are simply under the gun (i.e. pressure) of having to raise more money to keep your job. Yes, there is a difference. Also, when you truly believe in your cause you will not job-hop from one charity to another charity over a … [Read more...]
2013 Theme: THE GENDER AGENDA: GAINING MOMENTUM
August 7, 2013 by
What are YOU doing this coming year for INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY? Annually on 8 March, thousands of events are held throughout the world to inspire women and celebrate achievements. A global web of rich and diverse local activity connects women from all around the world ranging from political rallies, business conferences, government activities and networking events through to local women's craft markets, theatric performances, fashion parades and more. Many global corporations have … [Read more...]
Nazanin Afshin-Jam – WOMAN of ACTION™
July 26, 2013 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this artists, model, mother, wife and woman leader that has devoted her energy to the betterment of lives for all women and children. Inspired and sparked into the life of activism against death penalty for children around the world and philanthropy by being the “voice for the voiceless” and deliver her messages of freedom, peace and love worldwide. WOMAN of … [Read more...]
CEDAW, “General discussion on rural Women” (contribution call)
July 20, 2013 by
On the occasion of its 56th session, to be held in Geneva from 30 September to 18 October 2013, on 7 October 2013 the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women will hold a half-day general discussion on rural women (article 14 of the Convention on the Elimination of All forms of Discrimination against Women). The aim of the half-day general discussion is to commence the Committee’s process of elaborating a "General Recommendation on Rural Women". The purpose of the general … [Read more...]
Nicole Kidman – WOMAN of ACTION™
July 18, 2013 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this generous heart, a woman that rose above her own challenges and circumstances, like enduring her mother's breast cancer as a child - then pulled from school to home care of a parent. She pushed beyond her fears never giving up; and achieved her dreams! Through childhood uprooting, career, bouts of depression, infertility, love and marriage, motherhood and life, this driven soul also devotes much of her life to … [Read more...]
