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International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (1999)
Thursday 25 November 1999
Today is the November 25, a day set aside by women’s organisations around the world to focus on the global problem of violence against women. The sad fact is that in all societies, to a greater or lesser degree, women and girls are subjected to physical, sexual and psychological abuse that cuts across lines of income, class and culture. > continue
Gender Planning for Participatory and Collaborative Natural Resource Management (1999)
Friday 12 November 1999
The Caribbean Association for Feminist Research and Action (CAFRA) in conjunction with the Caribbean Natural Resources Institute (CANARI) will hold a 4-day regional workshop on Integrating Gender Issues in Participatory and Collaborative Natural Resource Management from 15-18 November 1999 at the Kapok Hotel in Port of Spain. Dr. Carol James, Senior Advisor of the United Nations Development Programme, will give the keynote address. > continue
Belize Feminists to Host CAFRA (1999)
Friday 1 October 1999
The International Year of Older Persons will be the theme of a public celebration to coincide with a series of CAFRA meetings in Belize, next month. > continue
October 1, 1999
International Day of Older Persons (1999)
Tuesday 28 September 1999
In recognition of the world’s rapidly ageing population, the United Nations General Assembly designated the year 1999 as the International Year of Older Persons, under the theme "Towards a Society for All Ages". Older persons should be enabled to enjoy int heir own families and communities, a life of fulfilment, health, security and contentment, and be appreciated as an integral part of society. > continue
CAFRA Hosts Meeting on Political Activism for Young Women (1999)
Sunday 6 June 1999
Political Activism among Young Women will be the focus of a regional Workshop to take place at the Hotel Normandie, in Port of Spain, Trinidad, on June 13. > continue
International Women’s Day 1999 (1999)
Monday 8 March 1999
Millions of women and men around the world mark International Women’s Day (IWD) each year on March 8. Rallies, exhibitions, marches, panel discussions, films and receptions are held to celebrate the achievements of women, reflect on progress made to advance women’s equality and assess the challenges facing women in contemporary society. > continue
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