In the heart of a bustling western city, amidst the towering skyscrapers and bustling streets, a young woman named Aisha lived. She arrived in the town with nothing but a suitcase full of dreams and a heart filled with hope. Aisha’s journey commenced in a small village in the heart of the Middle East, a place where…
The 68th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) stands as a pivotal moment in the ongoing struggle for gender equality worldwide. This annual gathering, convened by the United Nations, serves as a beacon of hope and progress for millions of women and girls around the globe. Here’s why this year’s session…
As we approach International Women’s Month 2024 and celebrate the global accomplishments of women, it is crucial to reflect on the multifaceted challenges faced by women around the globe, especially those enduring conflicts that often escape the headlines. In addition to our celebration of women during the month of March, we also shed light on…
Forced Migration and Climate Change In recent years, an increased focus has been placed on the impact of climate change on forced migration. Climate change is a global problem that is already causing displacement and will continue to do so on an unprecedented scale in the coming years. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees…
The Gwobee Peace Foundation Africa: Providing young Liberians with education and leadership opportunities to lead the next generation On September 16th, Sarah Jewell, the Executive Director of the Gwobee Peace Foundation Africa (GPFA), was welcomed to the IIHS Virtual World Cafe by Tiffany Hayes, Curator. The GPFA, as a peacebuilding organization, has made and…
Join us as we kick off the 2021 World Café Series on January 27th The next IIHS Virtual World Café will be a discussion in English and French with The Coordinator of Actions to Combat Discrimination against Women and Girls, Dr. Oumemath Baguiri in Porto-Novo, Benin Wednesday, January 27th on Zoom 12-1…