Social Accountability International — Human Rights at Work Social Accountability International (SAI) is a global, multi-stakeholder, standards setting organization whose mission is to advance the human rights of workers around the world. SAI established one of the world’s preeminent social standards—SA8000— a recognized benchmark among the voluntary codes and standards initiatives that employers— including well known brands— use to measure their own performance and responsibly … [Read more...]
(SAI) : World's Preeminent Social Standards SA8000
April 19, 2011 by
Social Accountability International — Human Rights at Work Social Accountability International (SAI) is a global, multi-stakeholder, standards setting organization whose mission is to advance the human rights of workers around the world. SAI established one of the world’s preeminent social standards—SA8000— a recognized benchmark among the voluntary codes and standards initiatives that employers— including well known brands— use to measure their own performance and responsibly … [Read more...]
Risky climate for women candidates in Afghan elections
April 8, 2011 by
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...]
UN Women will ‘walk together’ with South Asia’s women, help them claim rights, dignity
April 7, 2011 by
UN Women will ‘walk together’ with South Asia’s women, help them claim rights, dignity At the reception to launch UN Women A discussion on the implications of the Indian Budget 2011 for women set the stage for the launch of UN Women in South Asia and effectively spelt out some of the priorities and issues of concern for the newest UN entity in India. This discussion was organised by UN Women in partnership with the Centre for Budget and Governance Accountability and the United … [Read more...]
The Older Women's Network (OWN) – Film 'Consitute' @ April 17, 2011
March 20, 2011 by
A Celebration of Women celebrates this awesome Toronto Event.... The Older Women's Network (OWN) The Older Women's Network (OWN) based in Toronto will host a screening of the film "Constitute" about a women's conference in 1981 which aimed to ensure that women's rights were entrenched in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion and refreshments, and is open to the public. The event is scheduled for April 17, 2011 from … [Read more...]
UN Women Awards Nearly $1.5 million in Small Grants
March 17, 2011 by
UN Women Awards Nearly $1.5 million in Small Grants towards Realizing Women’s Property and Inheritance Rights in the Context of HIV/AIDS United Nations, New York — UN Women, under the Fund for Women’s Property and Inheritance Rights in the Context of HIV/AIDS, today announced approximately US$1.5 million in small grants to twenty grassroots and community-based organizations in sub-Saharan Africa to strengthen women’s property and inheritance rights as a critical strategy for … [Read more...]
Helen Clark: International Women's Day @ UNDP
March 9, 2011 by
UNDP is Taking Action! Statement by UNDP Administrator Helen Clark 'International Women's Day' March 8, 2011 On this 100th International Women’s Day, we can dream of how the world can look if women have equal rights and opportunities to reach their full potential. Empowered women and girls have a truly transformative role to play in all our societies, with benefits for all. Around the world, healthy, educated, employed, and empowered women break poverty cycles – not only for … [Read more...]
PEPFAR – Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission
March 8, 2011 by
PEPFAR Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission: Creating Better Health for Women, Children, and Families March 08, 2011 This week, we celebrate International Women's Day. According to the World Health Organization, HIV/AIDS is the leading cause of death among women between the ages of 15-44, and nearly 60 percent of the people living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa are women. Throughout the week, PEPFAR will be highlighting its work in addressing gender and the needs of women … [Read more...]
Care2 Petition – STOP ridiculous 'anti-woman bill' H.B. 1.
March 1, 2011 by
Georgia: Don't Make Miscarriage a Capital Crime post to facebook get the widget SIGN PETITION HERE. tweet this email your friends overview letter Target: Georgia Legislators Sponsored by: Care2.com So far, 2011 has been riddled with bills and initiatives to restrict women's rights when it comes to her health. But a proposed bill in Georgia is the nuttiest of all. A state representative has introduced legislation that would make miscarriage a crime punishable by … [Read more...]
