Archive for July 2021
In Photos: Women’s economic empowerment in action
Women’s economic empowerment means that women have the knowledge, tools and opportunities to unlock their full potential to earn and save money. Here are just a few of the amazing women we at CARE have had the privilege of working with and learning from over the years:
Read MoreCARE is deeply concerned for women and other vulnerable groups as Myanmar’s crisis intensifies
Statement from CARE’s Vice President for Humanitarian Affairs, Deepmala Mahla: “In the six months since the military seized power on February 1, Myanmar’s humanitarian situation has deteriorated rapidly, with a staggering three million people in need of humanitarian assistance, an additional two million since February.
Read More15 Minutes on Women’s Economic Empowerment
In this episode, we speak with Anjum Sultana, the National Director, Public Policy, Advocacy and Strategic Communications for YWCA Canada. Anjum discusses women’s economic empowerment: what it means, why women’s inclusion and leadership benefits everyone, and YWCA Canada’s work to empower women in the workplace and create systemic change.
Read MoreHow Fouzia Qazi is blazing trails for female entrepreneurs in Pakistan
“If your mind is set on starting a business, including facing any hurdles that come your way, then you are ready. This world is very big—come and feel the sense of independence, share your creativity and contribute, for Pakistan and for your own home.” Fouzia Qazi
Read MoreHelping to keep people in Yemen safe from COVID-19: Mona’s story
As someone has been displaced herself, see how Mona is spearheading a hygiene project in an internally displaced persons (IDP) camp in Yemen.
Read MoreFor CARE concerned for vulnerable groups in Myanmar as COVID crisis deepens
Statement from CARE’s Vice President for Humanitarian Affairs, Deepmala Mahla:
Read MoreAs South Sudan turns ten amidst the worst humanitarian situation in its short history, women and girls offer a path to a brighter future if they are properly supported, says CARE
As South Sudan celebrates its 10th year of Independence, the country faces its worst humanitarian context since its birth in 2011. Despite the vast challenges, there are areas of hope in the form of efforts and initiatives by local women’s organizations.
Read MoreCARE shares learnings from latest impact analysis of contributions to the SDGs
CARE International releases “CARE and the SDGs: Impact and Learning Analysis 2015-2020” a report demonstrating the contributions of CARE and our partners towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Read MoreA devastating impact on 1.7 million Syrian children if UN Security Council fails to authorize resolution on humanitarian aid to northern Syria: No Lost Generation Initiative
“We call on the United Nations Security Council to authorize and expand for 12 months the delivery of cross-border humanitarian aid to northern Syria. The vote is due by 10 July. Failing the renewal, the already dire situation of over 1.7 million vulnerable children in the area will get far worse.”
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