Creating Academic Footprints for Women in Philippines- Dr. Emerlinda R. Roman
Dr. Emerlinda R. Roman is a professor at the College of Business Administration at the University of the Philippines, Diliman. She made history not only as UP’s Centennial president but also as its first woman president. Aside from having been chancellor of the UP Diliman campus (1991-1993 and 1999-2004), Dr Roman’s experience in university administration includes former positions as vice chancellor for administration, secretary of the university and of the Board of Regents, vice president for administration, and member of the Board of Regents representing the faculty. She also holds important positions in several foundations, most notably as president of the UP Diliman Foundation, Inc.
A Fine Blend of Business, Family and Faith- Mrs. Ibukun Awosika
Ibukun Awosika is the Chairperson, Board of Directors, First Bank of Nigeria Limited, Nigeria’s premier and most valuable banking brand. She is also the…
Turning Waste to Fortune- A story of Bilikiss Adebiyi-Abiola
Talking about waste it is no longer news that waste management is one of the biggest challenges faced with African countries as the notion…
The US about to make History as Africa Looks on- The Hillary Ticket
The Hillary Clinton ticket was received with excitement by the women folk across the globe. This turn-around in the United States has sparked up…
Winter and the Dread of Dry Scaly Skin
By: Eruke Ojuederie Harmattan season as it is called in Africa, or winter in other parts of the world, is a season many people…
The Burning Desire to serve Humanity: An Exclusive Interview with DR. JUSTINA MUTALE
Humanitarian and philanthropic activities have for many years assisted governments of the world to cater for the less privileged of society, and those in…
Puerto Rico Women’s Project Uplifts Domestic Violence Survivors
Women in Puerto Rico have recently launched ProyectoMatria, a store to showcase art, clothing, accessories and products for mother and child, all produced by…
Iranian UN Envoy Says Women ‘Key Resource for Promoting Peace’
Iran’s Ambassador to the United Nations Gholam Ali Khoshroo has recently highlighted the important role of women in promoting peace and stability across the…
Liberia Gets First 2017 Female Presidential Aspirant
By William Q. Harmon President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf’s absence at the upcoming 2017 presidential election will not be missed, gender-wise, as the first female…
Career women battle Japan’s ‘salaryman’ culture
By Sophia Yan A lot of Japanese women know exactly how their careers will end before they’ve even begun. Two paths are open…
Ms. KIRAN MAZUMDAR-SHAW- Leading Asia’s Healthcare Revolution.
The health and general wellbeing of women in any community are very important since in most cases, the woman is saddled with the responsibility…
Turning Undecided Business Dreams into Future Success
By: Lahle Wolfe Even the most motivated women entrepreneurs can struggle with deciding on the right business idea. For some budding entrepreneurs, ideas flow…
