Author Alicia Partnoy was a featured speaker for the Human Rights Book Discussion in February 2026. Her book, The Little School, is a rare first-hand account of brutality during Argentina’s military dictatorship. The book is widely regarded as an important testimonial work: a human story of survival, identity and memory.
Forced disappearances constitute...
Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women worldwide, yet many women continue to underestimate their personal risk. For decades, cardiovascular disease was viewed primarily as a men’s health issue, resulting in delayed recognition, underdiagnosis and undertreatment of women. American Heart Month provides an opportunity to correct these misconceptions and empower women...
Have you ever wondered what really happens to the stuff you throw in your bins at home? I recently had the chance to find out—and trust me, it was fascinating!
In October of last year, the Green Team of AWBS-IWC visited the Lakeside Energy from Waste (EFW) plant (a large white building with a tall...
In February, as part of the FAWCO Global Issues Book Discussion, the Human Rights Team selected We Need New Names by NoViolet Bulawayo. This is the story of 10-year-old Darling who escapes poverty in Zimbabwe and moves to America to live with her aunt. Her vision of a new paradise brings its own set of...
…Old Year take your leave, your time has run out, the New Year has arrived with gifts, with songs and joy, Happy New Year, happy golden New Year…
Translation of Greek carol sung on New Year’s Eve to bring good luck for the new year to each household
Oh what a wonderful year 2025...
For a week in October, members of the Environment Team had the pleasure of coming together in person to experience the wilds of the Scottish Highlands and learn a little Gaelic to boot! We asked them to share some of their favourite moments from the event:
Rewilding. Tree planting. Ecosystem...
Heidelberg IWC hosted the Region 5 meeting on November 7–9, 2025, welcoming 55 participants from 18 FAWCO Member Clubs. This included participants from ten Region 5 clubs: AIWC Cologne, AIWC Düsseldorf, AIWC Frankfurt, AWA Vienna, AWC Berlin, AWC Hamburg, IWC Leipzig, Munich IWC, IWC Moldova and of course Heidelberg IWC, with 15 participants!
The...
Diabetes Awareness Month is observed every November around the world. It’s a time dedicated to raising awareness about diabetes, supporting those living with it, and promoting education about prevention, early detection, and management. It is symbolized by a blue ribbon.
Here are a few key points:
It’s a 16-day international campaign aimed at challenging violence against women and girls. During the 16 Days of Activism, people around the world unite to raise awareness about eliminating gender-based violence, challenge discriminatory attitudes...
The International Women’s Club – Bogotá is delighted to announce that the City of Bogotá won big in Brazil! On November 5, the winners of the 2025 Earthshot Award were announced in Rio de Janeiro prior to the UN Climate Conference (COP30) in Belém. The City of Bogotá won in the Clean...
