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Afghan Fund Launched As Orphans Visit New York

Jim Luce | Posted 05.22.2012

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Jim Luce

With the American presence in Afghanistan shaken in the horrific wake of Quran burnings, the death of innocent civilians and indications that the Amer...

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12 Days Of Giving To Support Women And Girls Globally

Stephenie Foster | Posted 02.24.2012

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Stephenie Foster

As we begin the Twelve Days of Christmas, and mark the fifth night of Hanukah, here are some organizations I recommend that help create sustainable change for women and girls worldwide.

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From Paris to Panama: Why Women Must Speak Out Against Violence in the Workplace and at Home

Nell Merlino | Posted 08.16.2011

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Nell Merlino

This message -- that women in the workplace must stand up for themselves -- is one that Christine Lagarde has been trying to express during her campaign to head the IMF.

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Don't Know Melanne Verveer? Why you Should

Homa Sabet Tavangar | Posted 05.25.2011

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Homa Sabet Tavangar

Women stand at the center of every type of dramatic change occurring in the world today: whether it's coordinating relief in Japan, consolidating democracy in Egypt or running Facebook.

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WATCH: A Kenyan Girl Puts Off Marriage To Become A Teacher

Aaron Kisner | Posted 05.25.2011

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Aaron Kisner

Kakenya did not want to grow up to be trapped like her mother. But Maasai girls don't have choices. Their culture doesn't ask a girl what she wants to be.

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A New Decade for Women-Focused Philanthropy

Kristi York Wooten | Posted 05.25.2011

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Kristi York Wooten

Women-focused philanthropy is more than just a trend; over the past several years, it has become one of the most important models for creating tangible results in communities.

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"Vital Voices" Honors Andeisha Farid in Washington

Jim Luce | Posted 05.25.2011

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Jim Luce

I spoke to Andeisha Farid yesterday in Washington yesterday, who was pleased to have just met Michelle Obama. Hillary Clinton then spoke about her in...

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