Peaks, sustainable development and women. The Vatican and FAO’s International Mountain Day

There are some words of faith that also penetrate the hearts of the laity. ““Laudato si’, mi’ Signore”, sang St. Francis of Assisi. In this beautiful canticle, he reminded us that our common home is like a sister, with whom we share our existence, and like a beautiful mother who welcomes us into her arms.”. … Read more

The fight for the lives of women defenders of the environment in Colombia

Bogotá, Nov 22 (EFE).- For Maydany Salcedo, every time oil is extracted from Mother Earth it is as if “the blood of a human being was being taken.” Arguments of this type, in favor of the environment, make this social leader one of the many women in rural Colombia who live under the shadow of … Read more

The obstacles for women to get out of gender violence | Fear of consequences is the main reason for avoiding reporting

“When I decided not to let him in anymore, I said: I’m going to report it, but… what if he finds me on the street?” “Going to the police station was embarrassing, having to talk about your problems in front of other people, counting, because they asked you like that, in front of the whole … Read more

The fight of women defenders of the environment in Colombia

Maribel Arenas Vadillo | Bogotá, (EFE).- For Maydany Salcedo, every time oil is extracted from Mother Earth it is as if “the blood of a human being was being taken.” Arguments of this type, in favor of the environment, make this social leader one of the many women in rural Colombia who live under the … Read more

The fight for the lives of women defenders of the environment in Colombia

Bogota, 22 Nov. For Maydany Salcedo, every time oil is extracted from Mother Earth, it is as if “the blood of a human being was being extracted.” Arguments of this type, in favor of the environment, make this social leader one of the many women in rural Colombia who live under the shadow of threats. … Read more

“The Digital Sisterhood”, a platform that brings together Muslim women of color

Tehran (IQNA)- The startup “The Digital Sisterhood” launched in 2020, has created a platform that brings together Muslim women of color who offer their experiences to other sisters. “The Digital Sisterhood” expresses their spiritual and artistic stakes, focusing on the beauty of Islam, and enabling relationships between black Muslim women. Since the launch of the … Read more

Lou: A kidnapping, a storm and two women with a dark past in the Netflix movie

TOllison Janney And Jurnee Smollett are and protagonists of the Netflix movie Louan intense all-female thriller, with the two actresses engaged in roles that are new to them. Comes on September 23 on Netflix the film Lou, a mix of thriller, action and drama. Directed by Anna Foerster, Lou it has a rather “simple” plot. … Read more