International Women's Day

[madsuya]

on March 8 there will be a worldwide observance of International Women's Day...this day was originally called International Working Women's Day....the United Nations theme for International Women's Day 2012 is Empower Women and End Hunger
and Poverty it has been observed since in the early 1900's...
So make a difference, think globally and act locally !! Make everyday International Women's Day. Do your bit to ensure that the future for girls is bright, equal, safe and rewarding!!!

 

[LadyDeath]

Re: International Women’s Day

Our prime minister said she is looking forward to open new avenues for our women to be more involved in politics.. Just now we will take over the world LOL

 

[madsuya]

The story of women's struggle for equality belongs to no single feminist nor to any one organization but to the collective efforts of all who care about human rights....FRIDAY 8 MARCH 2013 will see women's achievement celebrated worldwide & calls for greater equality..... International Women's Day is a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future......

some events in T&T....

07 March 2013 7.00 to 22.3
MULTICULTURAL EVENING
Evening of song, dance, music and other inspirational performances by local talent
Queen's Hall 1-3 St. Ann's Road St. Ann's, St. Ann's, Port of Spain
Organisation: InterClub of Trinidad and Tobago: Founded 1984; comprised of Presidents of 21 women's organizations. We inspire and motivate women to reach their full potential and donate proceeds from annual projects to one charity each year


10 March 2013 15.00 to 17.30
WOMEN ON WORTH III
An afternoon of inspiration, fellowship &entertainment
J.F.K. Auditorium University of the West Indies , St. Augustine,
Organisation: TTBA Women's Ministry: Mission Women working in God's vineyard to transform lives Description This is a ministry focused on the development of women in Christ. Our holistic approach embraces the spiritual, economic, social, emotional and physical needs of our women

10 March 2013 3.00 to 5.30
WOMEN OF WORTH VIII
An afternoon showcasing women of song, dance and the word- celebrating and inspiring women from all over the country in a Christian context. Motivational speaker- Deborah Jean-Baptiste-Samuel, mezzo-soprano -Michele Dowrich, Youth of Valour (dancers), Arielle Ramkissoon (dancer)and Josanne Joseph (vocalist). Introducing violinists Laurissa and Renelle Maharaj. Hosted by Tracey Elcock.
JFK Auditorium. The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus, St. Augustine
Organisation: Trinidad and Tobago Baptist Association Women's Ministry: This is a women's ministry focused on the holistic development of women in Trinidad and Tobago. It has a transformational approach which facilitates and encourages women to achieve their potential. The current president is Debra East

 

[madsuya]

Celebrating International Women's Day in a new way

A new celebration has begun for International Women's Day in Trinidad and Tobago to be observed on March 8.
Local actress Cecilia Salazar will this year host "When Women Roar", the first installment of what she said is to become an annual "festival".
A slew of well-known and emerging women performers, poets and dancers will form the show, exploring topics ranging from corruption to abuse......
Among those slated to perform are activist and former government minister, Verna St Rose Greaves and film-maker Judith Laird, who is behind the local film The Alarm Rings Softly, shot in Tobago.....
Salazar herself will perform from her play, Miss Miles, and will orate that part of the play where historic female figure Gene Miles talks about corruption in Trinidad and Tobago......
The show is being held at the Little Carib Theatre, Woodbrook on International Women's Day, March 8 and begins at 8 p.m......
Tickets are $150.00.

 

[madsuya]

The UN theme for International Women's Day 2013 is........
A Promise is a Promise: Time for Action to End Violence Against Women
International Women's Day......originally called International Working Women's Day....on March 8 every year......