A Celebration of Women is elated to announce that we have surpassed 1,000,000 readers, and we've ONLY JUST BEGUN !!! Investing in the Power of Women - Goldman Sachs "Investing in women is one of the most effective ways to reduce inequality and facilitate inclusive economic growth. Research conducted by Goldman Sachs over several years has shown that investing in education for women has a significant multiplier effect, leading to more productive workers, healthier and better-educated … [Read more...]
PMO nominates Anne-Marie Robinson, President of the P.S.C.
February 3, 2012 by
PMO nominates Anne-Marie Robinson next President of the Public Service Commission February 3, 2012 Ottawa, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper today announced the nomination of Anne-Marie Robinson as the new President of the Public Service Commission of Canada. Ms. Robinson has been serving as acting President of the Public Service Commission since January 1, 2012. During a public sector career that has spanned 22 years, Ms. Robinson has held … [Read more...]
IWHC – Celebrating Françoise Girard Named New President!
January 31, 2012 by
The International Women’s Health Coalition (IWHC) has named Françoise Girard, long-time women’s champion in the fields of global health and human rights, as its new President. Girard has a distinguished history in these fields with a particular focus on women’s health, sexual and reproductive rights, sexuality and HIV/AIDS. Girard will work closely with IWHC’s staff, board, partner organizations in Africa, Asia and Latin America, international agencies … [Read more...]
WOMAN of ACTION – Inés Alberdi * Tribute
November 21, 2011 by
A Celebration of Women is honored to share with the Women of our World, another phenomenal WOMAN of ACTION, that is devoting her Life to the betterment of the Lives of all women in our world. As Director in the United Nations, this woman has worked her Mission into a place of authority, enabling Positive Action. WOMAN of ACTION Inés Alberdi Inés Alberdi Alonso born ( Sevilla, February 11 of 1948) is a sociologist and university professor of Spanish. Es la … [Read more...]
Holly Petraeus ‘gets it’ says the Whitehouse Vice President Joe Biden
November 3, 2011 by
Good evening, I want to make sure you heard a piece of news from Capitol Hill today. This morning, Holly Petraeus, who has been leading an office at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to protect military families, went to Capitol Hill to highlight some of the most abusive practices our service members face in today's financial marketplace. She explained that military families are the targets of predatory lenders. She talked about how many … [Read more...]
WOMAN of ACTION – Corazon Aquino~Tribute
October 31, 2011 by
Maria Corazon "Cory" Sumulong Cojuangco-Aquino Maria Corazon "Cory" Sumulong Cojuangco-Aquino (January 25, 1933 – August 1, 2009) was the 11th President of the Philippines and the first woman to hold that office. Aquino was also the first popularly and democratically-elected female president and head of state in Asia. She is best remembered for leading the 1986 People Power Revolution, which toppled the authoritarian regime of the late strongman Ferdinand Marcos and restored … [Read more...]
‘Women, Peace and Security’ ~ Michelle Bachelet speaks in Norway
October 18, 2011 by
Women, Peace and Security Remarks of Michelle Bachelet United Nations Under-Secretary-General Executive Director of UN Women at panel discussion on 'Women, Peace and Security'. Litteraturhuset Oslo, Norway, 14 October 2011. Ladies and Gentlemen, The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded last week to President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf of Liberia, her compatriot Leymah Gbowee and Tawakkul Karman of Yemen: three women who courageously and tirelessly promote peace and democracy. The Nobel … [Read more...]
Sarah Thomson – WOMAN of ACTION
October 12, 2011 by
A Celebration of Women is honored to Celebrate the Life of one Toronto, CANADA'S Amazing Women, that started out young and never stopped... a true living example of NEVER, NEVER, NEVER GIVE UP. WOMAN of ACTION Sarah Thomson Sarah Thomson is a social entrepreneur who was born in Toronto in 1968. Her childhood was spent in an eclectic and culturally rich household with two artistic parents who had a strong love for each other and their children. Sarah left home … [Read more...]
Liechtenstein: United Nations – more women to serve as mediators in conflicts
September 28, 2011 by
Foreign Minister Aurelia Frick of Liechtenstein September 2011 – The United Nations should select more women to serve as mediators in conflicts and during political transitions, Liechtenstein told the General Assembly today, calling on the entire international community to do more to promote the participation of women in conflict prevention and resolution.The European country’s Foreign Minister Aurelia Frick toldthe Assembly’s general debate – whose theme is the role of … [Read more...]
Saudi Arabia: Celebrating Women Now Allowed To Vote!
September 26, 2011 by
Hooray for Women! Saudi Arabian Women Now Allowed To Vote Saudi Arabian King Abdullah has granted women in his country the right to vote and run for public office. Not so much hooray- in order to participate in public life, women still need permission from a male relative. They also won't be able to start participating in the democratic process until the next election cycle, which won't happen until 2015. Despite the delay in implementation, Saudi Women … [Read more...]
UN INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PEACE – September 21, 2011
September 18, 2011 by
The International Day of Peace ("Peace Day") provides an opportunity for individuals, organizations and nations to create practical acts of peace on a shared date. It was established by a United Nations resolution in 1981 to coincide with the opening of the General Assembly. The first Peace Day was celebratedin September 1982. In 2002, the General Assembly officially declared September 21 as the permanent date for the International Day of Peace.By creating the International Day of Peace, the UN … [Read more...]
WHITEHO– USE ~ Jobs Speech Tonight at 7:00 p.m. EDT – Watch Live HERE!
September 8, 2011 by
Thursday, September 8, 2011 Jobs Speech Tonight at 7:00 p.m. EDT – Watch Live HERE !!! Tonight at 7:00 p.m. EDT, President Obama will lay out his plan for creating American jobs and growing our economy in a speech before a special joint session of Congress. Last night, Senior Advisor David Plouffe recorded a short video to preview tonight's speech and highlighted some key points: Make sure you watch the enhanced live stream of the speech with … [Read more...]
Buffett to host high-profile fundraiser for Obama
August 28, 2011 by
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Warren Buffett will host a fundraiser for President Obama next month in New York City, the Berkshire Hathaway CEO told CNNMoney on Thursday. With the 2012 election season just around the corner, the campaign to put Obama back in the White House for a second term is well underway -- and it's not unusual for the campaign to boost the president's drawing power by allowing him to share the stage with a well known benefactor. 259 9 Print Billed … [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...]
