The International Day of the World’s Indigenous People (9 August) was first proclaimed by the General Assembly in December 1994, to be celebrated every year during the first International Decade of the World's Indigenous People (1995 – 2004). In 2004, the Assembly proclaimed a Second International Decade, from 2005 – 2015, with the theme of “A Decade for Action and Dignity.” Indigenous peoples are ethnic groups that are defined as "indigenous" according to one of the various definitions of … [Read more...]
Celebrate Ramadan, send an e-Card
July 20, 2012 by
Ramadan eCards Peace Iftar Ramadan Moon All Care2 Ramadan eCards » Birthday Cards Mariachi New Gnomes Garage Band Rockin' Birthday Box Sequence Cakeapult Candles View all Care2 Birthday Cards » Help keep Care2 eCards FREE by supporting great causes! Our Government Isn't Just for the Super Wealthy! A Romney donor who attended a fundraiser by the Koch brothers recently said, "I just … [Read more...]
WOMAN of ACTION – Ms. Michelle Bachelet
July 11, 2012 by
A Celebration of Women is honored to Celebrate the Life of this powerhouse of a woman. Taking on a whole new department of the United Nations, catering to the gender equity of all the women of our world, this lady is to be watched closely and supported endlessly. Join us to Celebrate this day that her UN WOMEN CELEBRATED finally getting their own logo, as we review the day she accepted this placement below. WOMAN of ACTION Michelle Bachelet The former … [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...]
Uruguay, the first country to ratify ILO domestic work Convention
June 17, 2012 by
Uruguay becomes the first to ratify the ILO’s standard-setting Convention on Domestic Workers. The international treaty aims to improve the lives of domestic workers worldwide in the face of huge decent work deficits. GENEVA (ILO News) – Uruguay has become the first country to ratify a convention the ILO adopted one year ago which aims at bringing tens of millions of domestic workers under the realm of labour standards. The South American country presented its ratification of … [Read more...]
WOMAN of ACTION™ ~ Chloe Doutre-Roussel
June 4, 2012 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this amazing creative woman that had a dream, not only dreamed the dream, she lived it. In honor of our Feature on Chocolate, with the Fact that our Founder owns the book: The CHOCOLATE Connoisseur-for Everyone with a Passion for Chocolate, is is our pleasure to share with the Women of our World and celebrate the Life of another amazing WOMAN of ACTION. This woman has maintained her dreams and loyalty to her … [Read more...]
Women in Bolivia – Demands Heard,and Their Presence Felt
February 24, 2012 by
Rural Women in Bolivia Make Their Demands Heard, and Their Presence Felt They work around the clock, searching for firewood at dawn, lighting the morning fire, fetching water, growing and preparing food, caring for children and other family members — along with the endless other tasks and chores that keep a household running. Yet although these functioning households lie at the heart of Bolivian society, the contribution of rural women to the economy remains largely … [Read more...]
UN CAREER OPPORTUNITY – 2012
December 28, 2011 by
Employment UN Women Personal History Form (P11) - Required when applying for all vacancies. December 2011 The urgent maintenance work on our vacancy management system is now complete. Online applications are being accepted for all positions. Those candidates who already applied by email do not need to re-submit their application online. We thank you for the patience and understanding during this extended outage. UN Women Human Resources Center. UN Women is now hiring … [Read more...]
Bolivia: Stop the crackdown
September 28, 2011 by
Dear friends, Bolivia's government is in turmoil over a mega-highway that would slice through the Amazon, fueling destruction of the rainforest. Following brutal repression of indigenous protesters, the President is on the back foot and being forced to re-examine his position. Let's stand with the brave indigenous communities to stop the crackdown and protect the Amazon -- sign now and forward to everyone: On Sunday, Bolivian police used tear gas and truncheons to crack down … [Read more...]
Brazil-Canada, President Rousseff & Prime Minister Harper Taking Action!
August 8, 2011 by
Brazil-Canada joint statement August 8, 2011 Brasília, Brazil At the invitation of President Dilma Rousseff, Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper is making an Official Visit to Brazil from August 7 to 9, 2011. The two leaders held a productive exchange of views today, August 8, in Brasilia, and reaffirmed that Canada and Brazil will enhance their bilateral partnership based on common objectives of enhancing and promoting democracy, human rights, social inclusion and … [Read more...]
