ARDD Honours Women in Security Forces, Civil Society Organizations
In commemoration of the International Women’s Day, the Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) celebrates the achievements of the women’s rights agenda, particularly the implementation of Jordan’s National Action Plan (JONAP) on the UN Resolution 1325 (2000) on Women, Peace and Security. Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security reaffirms the important role of women in the prevention and resolution of conflicts, peace negotiations, peace-building, peacekeeping, humanitarian response and post-conflict reconstruction, while stressing the importance of their equal participation and full involvement in all efforts to maintain and promote peace and security, according to the UN’s website. The ARDD, on behalf of Jordan National NGOs Forum (JONAF), represented by the Arab Cultural Forum, brought together representatives from the government, security agencies, educational institutions, representatives of civil society organisations and diplomatic missions in Jordan at Al Hussein Youth Sport City to mark the event, according to an ARDD statement. The…
UOB, Prudential Launches Financial Solution for Women in Singapore
United Overseas Bank and Prudential Singapore launched a financial solution for women in Singapore that combines a savings account with complementary medical insurance for…
Amplifying the Artistry of Refugee Women
By Miracle Nwankwo In commemoration of the International Women’s Day we would like to appraise the efforts of women philanthropist and humanitarians in war-torn…
Be Your Own Lover and Write Yourself a Love Letter
By Aditi Maheshwari To every woman this is for you: You are not always the best at expressing yourself to others because it entraps…
Women’s Day 2020: Chidinma Uwajumogu demands Total Empowerment Of Okigwe Women
The President, Development Initiative For African Women, Dr. Chidinma Uwajumogu, took the time on Sunday to join the rest of the world to commemorate…
On the Marble
“The thing women have yet to learn is nobody gives you power. You just take it.” Roseanne Barr
Celebrating The Different Shades of Women’s Accomplishments Across The Globe
As we commemorate International Women’s Day, the Amazons Watch Magazine and CELD wish to celebrate the different shades of women’s achievements all over the world.…
Shimi Shah’s Little Acts of Kindness – Be Like Shimi Shah
Dubai-based Shimi Shah was waiting in line at a supermarket check-out when she saw a construction worker – in his overalls – in front…
In Pursuit of Women’s Empowerment and Global Peace
A great philanthropist once said: “It is easier to give a cup of rice to relieve hunger than to relieve the loneliness and pain…
5 Reasons Why an Angel Investor Never Smiled Back
By Miracle Nwankwo Every business whether startups or not are in dire need of business angels (Investors). These business angels will not just keep…
Excitement as Ugandan Court Sets Dr Stella Nyanzi Free
The International War Crimes Division of the High Court in Kololo, Kampala has ordered for the release of Dr Stella Nyanzi from Luzira Prison…
Kosovo’s New Government Includes Most Women Since Independence
Appointment of six women in leadership posts represents highest percentage since end of the war more than 20 years ago. Vjosa Osmani has a…
