http://www.unwomen.org/en/digital-library/publications/2016/12/cedaw-for-yo...
Thursday, August 31, 2017
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Sunday, August 27, 2017
WHAT IS THE CONVENTION ON THE ELIMINATION OF ALL FORMS OF DISCRIMINATION AGAINST WOMEN or CEDAW?
http://www.unwomen.org/en/digital-library/publications/2016/12/cedaw-for-yo...
Friday, August 25, 2017
Bringing literacy and empowering women
This young woman is bringing literacy to her village, and empowering women, who once could not read or write, to be self-reliant.
Join the campaign to end world hunger here: http://wehavethepowerto.com/ and for every sign-up, UPLIFT will donate $1 to The Hunger...
Wednesday, August 23, 2017
Child marriage : Gender inequality and Cultural Norms
In some cultures, child marriage for girls is common. This supports discrimination and the abuse of girls and women, treating them as commodities that can be traded for cash, goods or status. The expectation that a girl’s future lies with marriage and motherhood limits opportunities and can lead to the risk of serious abuses. In Niger, 77% of women aged 20 to 49 were married before the age of 18 compared...
Monday, August 21, 2017
"A Woman's Place"
"A Woman's Place" by singer-songwriter Sara Thomsen
I am a woman, and my place is in the home
And my home is the whole wide world
We are world shapers, we are change makers
We are potters spinning clay, we are dreamers of a new day
We are asking questions, we are opening up the door
We are searching, finding answers,
We are wisdom seeking more
Rabbi, singer, teacher, professor, poet, preacher
Driving...
Saturday, August 19, 2017
FACING THE REALITY OF END OF LIFE PLANNING 7/7
Planning for one’s end of life expenses is, certainly, depressing and stressful in and of itself. Trying to plan for what happens after death is even more stressful when funds are limited and focused on providing the living with necessities.
Arranging these discussions as early as possible can take some of the stress away from having to do so when the situation requires it. It cannot be assumed loved...
Thursday, August 17, 2017
KEEPING UP WITH INFLATION AND THE COST OF LIVING 6/7
Hoping as the cost of living and inflation rise, salaries and Social Security benefits will increase as well is just wishful thinking. The Social Security’s annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is an increased benefit which is provided monthly.
Unfortunately, there was no COLA for 2015 and only a 0.3 percent increase for 2016. Those receiving Social Security benefits were left to fight inflation...
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
CONTINUING MORTGAGE OR DEBT PAYMENTS 5/7
As most pre-retirees plan for a future with a reduced and fixed income, those who are homeowners face the harsh reality where, just because they retire, does not mean their mortgage or debt will go away. Sadly, they will have to find a way to continue to pay higher mortgages on an even more limited income.
With the fluctuating housing markets, the equity in their homes rises and falls every couple of...
Sunday, August 13, 2017
THE INS AND OUTS OF SOCIAL SECURITY 4/7
How secure will Social Security be down the line?
For the Baby Boomer generation, Social Security and pensions were touted as entitlements and assurances when it came time for retirement.
Sadly, the reality is both of these former benefits are on the financial endangered species list and those planning their exit from the workforce are left to almost fully fund their retirements.
While Social Security...
Friday, August 11, 2017
MEETING RISING HEALTH INSURANCE COSTS 3/7
Many pre-and post-retirees half-heartedly joke they can’t afford to die due to inflated funeral costs, yet they can’t afford to live because of increasing medical costs and decreasing medical coverage for seniors. The impact on retirees due to rising out-of-pocket expenses for premiums and prescription drugs is palpable.
With each changing administration, government policies and priorities change regarding...
Wednesday, August 9, 2017
DEPLETING THE RETIREMENT FUND 2/7
Of all seven on this list, completely depleting a limited retirement fund is the underlying fear causing the most stress for pre-retirees.
Determining how much money is enough to last through retirement so retirees can enjoy the golden years is an estimated guess, at best. The dollar, over time, loses its value, and living off more than interest depletes the nest egg principal.
Unexpected expenses,...
Monday, August 7, 2017
EXAMPLES OF STRESSFUL FINANCIAL CONCERNS FOR AGEING WOMEN : THE FEAR OF UNFORESEEN EXPENSES 1/7
Planning for the known is possible, but full preparation for the unknown and unexpected is challenging and at many times, impossible. From illness to major home or automotive repairs, unforeseen costs can negatively impact the limited income of a retiree. When the unexpected illness of death of a partner creates a chasm in retirement plans, the surviving partner must re-strategize and prepare both...
Thursday, August 3, 2017
ROSIKA SCHWIMMER, PACIFIST AND FEMINIST
A founder of the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom and the pre-World War II Campaign for World Government, Rosika Schwimmer was born in Budapest on this date in 1877. Schwimmer founded the Hungarian Feminist Association in 1897. She also helped to found the Hungarian National Council of Women, among other women’s organizations.
When Hungary gained independence from the Austro-Hungarian...
End It Now: Understanding and Preventing Child Abuse
Child Abuse is much more common than we think. The statistics are staggering, with 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys being molested by the age of 18. "End It Now" gives us an inside look at this silent killer, and the dramatic effect it has on a person's life as they mature into adulthood. The video seeks to raise awareness and train audiences how to respond if they witness abuse, or if they're experiencing...
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
Measures to fight harmful traditional practices 15/15
111. In the broader context of the protection of women’s rights, Australia reported on national action against female genital mutilation (FGM), through multi-sector efforts and collaboration. At the international level, Australia was supporting a number of resolutions and agreements that encouraged coordinated action on FGM and support for the women, girls and communities affected. A recent review of FGM...
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)