If the difference you want to make is to improve the lives of women and the communities they support, then make sure you are getting the real deal.

While the fighting over the struggle in Afghanistan continues, it's time we looked at prioritizing "women's rights" around the world.

What does rape have to do with trees? What does HIV have to do with fish? Blindness with water? Everything. Especially if you are a woman in the developing world and you are trying to feed your family.

If we want to successfully protect our incredibly valuable and important natural resources, the inclusion of women is non-negotiable. If we want to drive change, we must engage women.

Water gathering is primarily the task of women and girls worldwide. The risks that women and girls encounter to obtain this valuable resource are great.

Life is filled with wonderful, uber-satisfying firsts. What are some memorable firsts? First kiss, learning to ride a bike. But what about a first that has a real positive impact on the world?