March 28, 2013
Latin America’s Left turn: What’s in it for Women?
Hugo Chávez knew that women were fundamental to his revolution.
The Americas and the Caribbean
Violence against women in politics
Highlighting news, interviews, resources and events on violence against women in politics
February 2, 2013
Kathleen Wynne's win a victory for women in politics
The ascent of Kathleen Wynne to the premier’s office in Ontario is a victory for women in politics
February 1, 2013
Hillary Clinton: A long journey
Over the decades, Hillary Clinton has gone from student activist to globetrotting stateswoman. On her last day as US secretary of state, has her journey ended or is there more to come?
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Women Human Rights Education Institutes
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Women Human Rights Education Institutes
WHRI (six week institute): May 22 - June 28, 2013CEDAW for Change (one week institute): Nov 5 – Nov 9, 2012 and June 3-7, 2013
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January 16, 2013
The Guardian: Hillary Clinton: Will she run for president in 2016?
Photo: Many expect Hillary Clinton to make a bid for the White House in 2016, but she could face some major hurdles. Photographer: Elise Amendola/AP
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Gender equity: A model for prosperity
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Gender equity: A model for prosperity
There is greater need for women to be on public boards and commissions that are critical to decision making about the development of Jamaica. Not only is there call to action for women to be selected for these positions, qualified and competent women who are needed, and yes, they exist. I am imploring the current decision-makers in Jamaica, yes we are a country that is accustomed to making decisions on a partisan politics basis but if Vision 2030 is to be anywhere near achieved then the interest of the country must supersede that of political parties.
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There is greater need for women to be on public boards and commissions that are critical to decision making about the development of Jamaica. Not only is there call to action for women to be selected for these positions, qualified and competent women who are needed, and yes, they exist. I am imploring the current decision-makers in Jamaica, yes we are a country that is accustomed to making decisions on a partisan politics basis but if Vision 2030 is to be anywhere near achieved then the interest of the country must supersede that of political parties.
December 5, 2012
USA: Why Family Is a Foreign-Policy Issue
I have a split personality these days. On Mondays and Wednesdays, I give speeches on work and family -- and the changes America needs to make to enable more professional women to get to the top.
November 29, 2012
Bolivia: Using the Airwaves for Empowerment of Quechua Women
“Atispa mana atispa ñawpajman rinanchis tiyan” (“Power without power, we have to keep moving forward”) in the Quechua language, Ruth Rojas told her listeners at the end of a series