Risky climate for Women Candidates in Afghan elections Political hopeful Robina Jalali represented her country at the Beijing Olympics In a crowded Kabul bazaar, Robina Jalali is campaigning for parliament. In her silk headscarf and make-up, she stands out from the women around her - some dressed head to toe in full burka. Robina Jalali is an unconventional Afghan woman, by any standards. The last time she ran for her country was at the Beijing Olympics - as a sprinter. She is … [Read more...]
cbm – Spring to Life
April 8, 2011 by
LIFE is what we celebrate each Spring... Jesus' life, love, and sacrifice. The life all around us as birds chirp and trees blossom. The lives cbm rescues from poverty and disability – families on their feet again, children able to go to school, a mom who can now see and provide for her children. Our Easter gift catalogue is full of gifts for every pocket. And, with each gift, you receive an eCard to share with your honoured love one. These cards are a great way of passing your values along to … [Read more...]
Peace Messenger-Spring 2011 at Center for Sacred Studies
April 6, 2011 by
News from the Center for Sacred Studies Grandmothers Tsering Dolma Gyaltong and Beatrice Long Visitor Holy Dance Dear Catherine Anne & A Celebration of Women, Welcome to the Spring, 2011 issue of the Center for Sacred Studies Peace Messenger. In this time of upheaval, we are called to our highest spiritual selves to respond with kindness in our daily lives. Thank you for your part in creating peace in your homes, your families and … [Read more...]
Ginger Katz is Taking Action ! …in the News!
April 5, 2011 by
In The News! Students have courage to say 'drugs aren't part of the plan' Emcee Lawrence F. Cafero, Jr., CT House Minority Leader and State Representative, holds the microphone for Zane Brown, a fourth grader at Brookside Elementary School, as he reads a letter he wrote as part of the Courage to Speak Drug Prevention Curriculum for Elementary Schools at the 7th Annual Courage to Speak Empowering Youth to be Drug Free Family Night at West Rocks Middle School in … [Read more...]
UNRWA – Ensuring Education for girls on WEST BANK
April 5, 2011 by
Ensuring access to education for girls in the West Bank Wafa'a Shihda is a 13-year-old student at UNRWA's Al-Aqrabania school. The school exemplifies UNRWA's efforts to ensure access to education for Palestine refugees living in the West Bank. Though the school in Al-Aqrabania is co-ed, it has been particularly important for girls living in the village and surrounding area. Social norms mean that girls face more constraints on their freedom of movement. This has been … [Read more...]
'EveTeasing' [euphemism-sexual harassment] lead Women to Commit Suicide
April 4, 2011 by
Sexual harassment in Bangladesh ... that led the government to declare June 13th "Eve Teasing Protection Day." Sexual harassment in Bangladesh is driving women to commit suicide as a means of escape. According to local human rights groups 28 women committed suicide this year to escape frequent sexual harassment. Before killing themselves most of them wrote a note demanding an end to the sexual harassment known locally as ‘eve teasing’ where boys intercept girls on the street, … [Read more...]
Royal Wedding Commemorative Coins celebrated and unveiled April 6, 2011
April 4, 2011 by
A Celebration of Women is honored to celebrate this Special Occasion in Canada on April 6, 2011. Royal Wedding Commemorative Coins Governor General to Attend the Unveiling of the Royal Wedding Coins at the Royal Canadian Mint April 4, 2011 OTTAWA—His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, will attend the ceremony for the unveiling of the Royal Wedding coins on Wednesday, April 6, 2011, at 10 a.m., at the Royal Canadian Mint, in Ottawa (320 … [Read more...]
WORLD AUTISM DAY – April 2, 2011
April 3, 2011 by
In a global observance, UN rallies support for people suffering from autism People with autism need support early on in life. This appeal comes from United Nations Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon, in his message on World Autism Day observed on 2 April. The Secretary-General says that some people with autism suffer terrible discrimination, abuse and isolation and this violation of their human rights cannot be tolerated. "We can support parents. We can create jobs for individuals … [Read more...]
