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Signaling a boost for gender equality, Liberia passes the ‘Affirmative Action Bill’
On 29 September, the Liberian House of Representatives concurred with the Senate to pass the Equal Representation and Participation Act of 2016, establishing seven ‘Special Constituencies’, among which five seats would be reserved for women, one for youth and one for the disabled. The passage of the law marks a milestone achievement, following a series…
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Mélange International exclusive interview with Almas Jiwani
Almas Jiwani is the President and CEO Almas Jiwani Foundation, the President Emeritus of UN Women Canada and an Internationally renowned Speaker & Philanthropist. The Audacious Catalyst and Epitome for Gender Equality and Women Economic Empowerment. She graced request of Mélange International for an exclusive interview. Q: What are the major factors affecting gender equality?…
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WF International Women’s day conference
“Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau is a simply amazing woman. She speaks with such power, emotion and conviction. She truly is a force of nature. Her and Justin Trudeau’s ability to surround themselves with strong, passionate and intelligent women, from his caucus to his ministers, advisors like Miss Telford and Madame St. Denis has proven what we have…
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Celebrating a Momentous Evening – Almas Jiwani Foundation Officially Launched on Parliament Hill
OTTAWA, ONTARIO–(Marketwired – Sept. 21, 2016) – Editors Note: There are two photos associated with this press release. It was a beautiful celebration as the Almas Jiwani Foundation (AJF) had its official launch at Parliament Hill. This momentous event took place at the launching ceremony of International Humanitarian Fashion Week, the world’s first official fashion…
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Women in the Workplace 2016
In corporate America, women fall behind early and keep losing ground with every step. More than 75 percent of CEOs include gender equality in their top ten business priorities, but gender outcomes across the largest companies are not changing. Women are less likely to receive the first critical promotion to manager—so far fewer end up…
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A Celebration of Student Spirit: Almas Jiwani Foundation at Bed Talks Conference Amsterdam, Netherlands
AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS–(Marketwired – April 18, 2016) – Editor’s Note: There is a photo associated with this press release. Almas Jiwani Foundation (AJF) President and CEO, Ms. Almas Jiwani, participated at the innovative Bed Talks event hosted by The Student Hotel and Make Amsterdam in Amsterdam. Ms. Jiwani shared her personal experiences and visions for a…
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The Critical Role of Technology and Innovation in the Empowerment of Developing Countries: Almas Jiwani Sets to Address to MBA Students at Ryerson University: Leaders of Tomorrow
TORONTO, ONTARIO–(Marketwired – March 30, 2016) – Editor’s Note: There is a photo associated with this release. Almas Jiwani, CEO of Almas Jiwani Foundation will address Master of Business Administration (MBA) Students at Ryerson University, Ted Rogers School of Management on March 31, 2016 Dr. Kim Bates, Director of MBA Programs and Associate Professor of…
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Inspiring the Next Generation of Female Business Leaders: Almas Jiwani to Give Keynote Address at Annual National Women in Business Conference in Montreal, PQ
MONTREAL, QUEBEC–(Marketwired – March 15, 2016) – Editors Note: There is a photo associated with this press release. Almas Jiwani, CEO of Almas Jiwani Foundation deliver keynote address at the annual National Women in Business Conference organized by the McGill Desautels Women in Business Committee and the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) on Friday March 18th,…
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