The World Health Organization asserts that “breast milk is the ideal food for the healthy growth and development of infants,” encouraging new mothers to exclusively breastfeed their babies for the first six months of life. When new moms work outside of the home, however, many opt to pump and store their breast milk so that nannies and other childcare providers can continue providing their child with the most nutritious possible food source during this crucial time. These nannies are then tasked … [Read more...]
World Breastfeeding Week 1–7 August 2012
August 2, 2012 by
World Breastfeeding Week 1–7 August 2012 World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated every year from 1 to 7 August in more than 170 countries to encourage breastfeeding and improve the health of babies around the world. It commemorates the Innocenti Declaration made by WHO and UNICEF policy-makers in August 1990 to protect, promote and support breastfeeding. Breastfeeding is the best way to provide newborns with the nutrients they need. WHO recommends … [Read more...]
Ethiopia: HIV+ Mother Pulls Family Back from Brink
August 2, 2012 by
With the help of WFP's food support and livelihood assistance programmes, Belaynish Dabe and her HIV-positive husband no longer struggle to feed themselves and their children. WFP's food support to people living with HIV helps ameliorate the double burden of lack of income and deteriorating health. DEBRE ZEIT--Belaynish Dabe, an HIV-positive mother of six children, used to struggle to feed herself and her children due to a lack of regular income. She grew only maize, which she could … [Read more...]
Women in EU public sector face higher risk of losing jobs
August 1, 2012 by
GENEVA (ILO News) - Women working in the public sector in countries of the European Union (EU) have been particularly hard-hit by recent cutbacks in jobs, wages and benefits, according to a joint ILO European Commission study titled “Public Sector Adjustment in Europe”. In a chapter on gender, the study (made public on 28 June 2012) warns that these cuts will damage progress made towards gender equality. Daniel Vaughan-Whitehead, a Senior advisor to the Conditions of Work and … [Read more...]
Addressing violence against women is fighting HIV/AIDS
August 1, 2012 by
At the International AIDS Conference (IAC) held in Washington, DC, on 22–27 July 2012, the UN Trust Fund to End Violence against Women, managed by UN Women on behalf of the UN system, turned the spotlight on the inextricable link between HIV and violence based on gender. Meryem Aslan presents policy paper on “Effective Approaches to Addressing the Intersection of Violence against Women and HIV/AIDS.” This issue was the focus of a panel discussion cosponsored by UN Women and the World … [Read more...]
Randi Goodman – WOMAN of ACTION™
August 1, 2012 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this powerhouse, a woman who is trail blazing new pathways for the female entrepreneur. She has found her calling in the world of promoting other women through the power of entrepreneurial expos; and is now here to help the Women of our World! Taking time out of her business life to raise a family, this woman was graced with four children, all of whom were identified with something, whether it was under the spectrum, … [Read more...]
WOMEN in RECOVERY – The Addict’s Recovery Process – Steps In Rebuilding TRUST
July 11, 2012 by
- The Addict's Recovery Process - Steps In Rebuilding TRUST "An enormous part of your loved one's recovery process and progress is built around them starting to pull themselves up by their own boot straps. Making decisions, weighing options, thinking through possibilities and starting to rebuild their life on their terms all start with repaving the road of trust. The first move is always the hardest to make, click here for more resources on taking the first step to … [Read more...]
Avaaz.org , Stand with Aung San Suu Kyi
July 1, 2011 by
Dear friends, Nobel Laureate Aung San Suu Kyi's movement for democracy in Burma is hanging in the balance this week, with the regime threatening a brutal response to her call to free political prisoners. Activists have appealed to the world for help, saying international pressure is crucial to tipping the balance. Let's stand with Suu Kyi and the brave Burmese: The future of Aung San Suu Kyi and her amazing movement for democracy in Burma is hanging in the balance this week, and … [Read more...]
LAURA FARAGO is Taking Action! ‘Join her in Business and Prosper!’
April 3, 2011 by
A Celebration of Women is elated to present that our very own WOMAN of ACTION, Laura Farago is Ready, Willing & Able to assist any of the Women of our World into the awesome land of Self Employment! Laura, herself, was guided into the field of health and food supplements through her own 3 year experience with BONE CANCER. As a Cancer Survivor, she is determined to spread the word about a product that is not only helping her survive, it is helping her … [Read more...]
LAURA FARAGO is Taking Action! ‘Join her in Business and Prosper!’
April 3, 2011 by
A Celebration of Women is elated to present that our very own WOMAN of ACTION, Laura Farago is Ready, Willing & Able to assist any of the Women of our World into the awesome land of Self Employment! Laura, herself, was guided into the field of health and food supplements through her own 3 year experience with BONE CANCER. As a Cancer Survivor, she is determined to spread the word about a product that is not only helping her survive, it is helping her thrive! Laura … [Read more...]
