The 2027 Women’s World Cup is set to be the biggest and best yet. Due to be played in Brazil for the first time ever, can Spain retain their crown on South American soil? With a few great teams in the running, it’s not going to be easy. Not only has the women’s game grown dramatically in recent years but there has also been a surge in talent. It means that more nations than ever are now capable of not just competing but winning the tournament altogether. There is no doubt gamblers will be … [Read more...]
November celebrates National Gratitude Month
November 6, 2025 by
National Gratitude Month was an initiative started by Stacey Grewal, who believes gratitude to be an essential ingredient of a happy and fulfilling life. When one embraces gratitude, they immediately shift their focus from the negative to the positive things in their lives. Gratitude is the simplest way to change one’s perspective of the world. It allows us to appreciate the positive, rather than focus on the negative aspects of our lives. Learning to be grateful helps us appreciate the … [Read more...]
Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy – WOMAN of ACTION™
November 4, 2025 by
A Celebration of Women™ is elated to Celebrate the Life of this woman leader, film maker for social justice for all women, with a focus on the suffering of Muslim Women in Pakistan. WOMAN of ACTION™ Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy She's the founder of the Citizens Archive of Pakistan, dedicated to preserving Pakistan's history. Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy (Urdu:شرمین عبید چنائے; born 1978), is a Pakistani … [Read more...]
National Sickle Cell Awareness Month – September!
September 1, 2025 by
National Sickle Cell Awareness Month Sickle-cell disease (SCD), or sickle-cell anaemia (SCA) or drepanocytosis, is a hereditary blood disorder, characterized by red blood cells that assume an abnormal, rigid, sickle shape. Sickling decreases the cells' flexibility and results in a risk of various complications. The sickling occurs because of a mutation in the haemoglobin gene. Individuals with one copy of the defunct gene display both normal and abnormal haemoglobin. This is an example of … [Read more...]
Reassurance and Comfort in a Professional Care Setting
August 21, 2025 by
As we age or face health challenges, the need for reassurance and comfort becomes increasingly important. A professional care setting provides more than just practical support; it offers an environment where individuals feel secure, valued, and understood. Choosing the right care setting can have a profound impact on both mental and physical well-being. The Importance of Emotional Support One of the most vital aspects of professional care is emotional support. Older adults or those with … [Read more...]
Women’s Equality Day – August 26
August 1, 2025 by
Women's Equality Day is a day proclaimed each year by the United States President to commemorate the granting of the vote to women throughout the country on an equal basis with men. Women in the United States were granted the right to vote on August 26, 1920, when the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution was certified. The amendment was first introduced many years earlier in 1878. Every president has published a proclamation for Women's Equality Day since 1971 when … [Read more...]
International Widow’s Day – June 23
June 11, 2025 by
International Widows Day takes place every year on 23rd June. It was initially launched by the Loomba Foundation at the House of Lords in London in 2005. The date, 23 June, was chosen because on this day Shrimati Pushpa Wati Loomba, the inspiration for the Foundation, became a widow. … [Read more...]
Gender Equality now predicted to be 300 Years Away
May 13, 2025 by
Women-led and women’s rights organizations are on the frontlines of today’s humanitarian crises—but many are at risk of disappearing. As global needs rise due to conflict, climate change, and displacement, deep cuts to foreign aid are threatening organizations that provide life-saving services for women and girls. In March 2025, UN Women conducted a rapid global survey to understand how these funding reductions are affecting local women-led groups in crisis settings. The survey reached 411 … [Read more...]
Five Reasons Egg Freezing May Benefit Your Present and Your Future
May 1, 2025 by
Many people question whether egg freezing is the right option for them. It’s not a question that can be answered objectively, since each individual’s situation is different. But here are some things to take into consideration when answering this question for yourself. You could be receiving medical treatment that may jeopardize your fertility. You may be career-oriented and want to wait to start a family. Your biological clock may be ticking, but you haven't found the right partner … [Read more...]
It May Still Be a Man’s World but You Can Succeed as a Woman – Here’s How
April 25, 2025 by
As women, we know how long and how hard we’ve struggled to be recognized for who we are and what we can do. Those rights weren’t won easily and the battle is ongoing to this day. As the old Virginia Slims slogan has it, “You’ve come a long way, baby,” but never lose sight of the fact that there’s a long way yet to go. Even though there are a greater number of women in high ranking positions around the world, if you were to do a study, you’d see that men still outnumber us at least 10:1, and … [Read more...]
World Malaria Day, April 25
April 5, 2025 by
On April 25th people across the globe take part in a wide range of activities to mark World Malaria Day. For half the world every day is malaria day - a day to keep up the fight against this killer disease. This website is a communication and advocacy platform for civil society north and south to showcase your work , share resources , engage in dialogue, contribute views, ideas and events to mobilise the world against malaria. Key Facts In 2013, there were 198 million cases, and 584 000 … [Read more...]
Sexual and Reproductive Health Day – February 12 – CANADA
February 2, 2025 by
Sexual and Reproductive Health Day, held annually on February 12, is an opportunity to raise awareness of sexual and reproductive health issues and to educate yourself and others on how to reduce the spread of sexually transmitted infections. Sexually transmitted infections continue to be a significant and increasing public health concern. Over the past decade, reported rates of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and infectious syphilis have steadily increased. The majority of reported chlamydia and … [Read more...]
Black History Month: Celebrate Black Women Taking the Lead
February 1, 2025 by
With it being only a little over 100 years ago when the U.S. Congress finally ratified the 19th amendment on August 18, 1920, which ruled that women could not be denied the right to vote because of their sex. This amendment was the result of hard-fought efforts from many women (and some men) who recognized that disenfranchisement then, as now, was a blight on the nation and hindered the U.S.’s potential to achieve its stated goals of becoming a functioning democracy. The 19th amendment … [Read more...]
