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What does Eco-feminism mean to Rio+20? To young feminists?
by Bridget Burns, Project and Communications Coordinator (and Young Feminist Activist /Social Media Geek) at WEDO
During a recent video blog, my interviewer asked me a question on ecofeminism, and how WEDO defines ecofeminism. My inadequate response was basically trying to juxtaposition two types of ecofeminism, one which posits women’s innate relation to nature as mothers and caregivers and one which is focused on the socially constructed roles of women as natural resource managers …
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Why Rio+20 Needs the Voices of Young Feminists
by Bridget Burns, Project and Communications Coordinator (and Social Media Geek) at WEDO
Just a few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to engage with a number of young feminists from around the world at the 2012 AWID Forum. Some of us had met before, mainly through social media, but among old and new acquaintances alike, there was an immediate sense of community, and a passion to find ways to connect our different social movements …
September 14th “An Evening with Charlotte Bunch”- Hosted by WEDO
[ September 14, 2011; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ]
This year – our 20th anniversary year! – we are honoring the legacy of women’s leadership and activism, celebrating those who helped make WEDO what it is today and who continue to work alongside us every day toward improving women’s lives around the globe. Encouraging the next generation of women leaders, we’re reaching out especially to young professionals and newcomers to the women’s movement; our upcoming event is one we hope will educate and inspire!…
Women’s Equality Day: Celebrating the Next Generation of Women Leaders
On August 26th, the U.S. celebrates Women’s Equality Day. Officially designated by the United States Congress in 1971 at the proposal of Congresswoman Bella Abzug (D-NY), founder of WEDO, the date commemorates the historic passage of the 19th Amendment in 1920, giving U.S. women full voting rights.
For WEDO, Women’s Equality Day not only celebrates a historic moment for women but also women’s continuing efforts toward achieving full equality, both in the United States and across the world. In the 40 years since the day was first established, much has been achieved to advance women’s rights globally, but many challenges still remain. WEDO is committed to tackling these challenges and forging a path towards women’s full equality in the spirit of the visionary women who came before us.
This year marks WEDO’s 20th Anniversary (WEDO20+), and on this Women’s Equality Day, WEDO honors the legacy of ground-breaking women’s leadership and activism by celebrating the next generation of women leaders. Coming on the heels of International Youth Day (August 12th), Women’s Equality Day reminds us both of the power of women’s organizing and leadership to create meaningful change, and the need for sustained efforts to advance women’s equality. As Bella said, “No matter how steep the passage and discouraging the pace, I ask you never to give in and never give up.” Engaging in dialogue with young women leaders is central to highlighting the ‘+‘ in our anniversary; to working with and inspiring those who will help shape our future. Read More…
Young Professionals Event: Women & Climate Change
[ July 27, 2011; 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. ]
“Women and Climate Change- From Policy to Action”
Wednesday, 27 July 2011
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Hear about the fundamental role of women, faced with pressures posed by climate change, one of the most critical issues of our time. Get connected to women leaders from NGO CSW, NGO CSW Young Professionals, NGO CSW Subcommittee on Women and Climate Change, Women’s Environment & Development Organization, and Solar Cookers International. See solar cookers: technologies for climate change mitigation. Get involved in an integrative discussion on how you, as a young professional, can participate in the climate change debate and be active actor of change.
