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"The first time we speak out to take away the anger. The second time we look to the causes of violence. And maybe the third time we have a conversation."
In the aftermath of violence in Kyrgyzstan, women are jump starting peace talks across ethnic lines—and taking the security of their country in their own hands. Read More »
With peace talks beginning between Israeli and Palestinian leaders this week, the world is looking for signs of hope in the Middle East. From a ship in the Gaza Freedom Flotilla, Mairead Maguire stresses the role for nonviolent activism. Read More »
With the expectation of elections looming on the horizon, it is a critical moment for Burma. General Than Shwe and the Burmese military have promised the people of Burma that they will head for the polls for the first time in twenty years this fall. Read More »
When Dulce Marlene Contreras started her organization with seven of her friends, she had just one thing on her mind: helping the women in her rural corner of Honduras protect themselves from domestic violence. Read More »
KathyLeMay | Beyond Words, 2010 | USA Read More »
Carol Hart | Laughing Willow Company , 2009 | Global Read More »
Chiwoniso | Cumbancha, 2008 | Zimbabwe Read More »
In the aftermath of violence in Kyrgyzstan, women are jump starting peace talks across ethnic lines—and taking the security of their country in their own hands. Read More »
International markets are opening up new opportunities for women producing traditional crafts—along with a whole new set of challenges. Read More »
Jane Barry and Jelena Dordevic met with activists around the world to discuss the culture of the women’s movement and uncovered a disturbing trend: We’re deeply unsettled in our work, and it’s affecting our progress. It’s time to change that. Read More »
US: Women of Storm Re-energized by BP Spill Women's eNews, September 2, 2010
US: Nuns Gain Inclusion in Buddhist Theraveda Tradition Huffington Post, September 2, 2010
Global: Ban Urges Progress on MDGs for Women, Children Sydney Morning Herald, August 31, 2010
Afghanistan: Record Number of Women Stand for Parliament Guardian, August 25, 2010
Global: Interactive Electronic Game Brings Gender Issues Into Play UNFPA, August 24, 2010
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Heads of State shouldn’t be the only ones shaping the global agenda. Ahead of the recent G20 Summit in Toronto, 20 young women—selected from each of the G20 countries—participated as delegates to the inaugural G(irls)20 Summit. Watch the video to meet the delegates and hear their ideas for change.
