Prostitution, often euphemistically referred to as “sex work,” is a complex and contentious issue that lies at the intersection of human rights, gender equality and socioeconomic factors. While some argue for its legalization and regulation, the harsh realities of this industry paint a grim picture of exploitation, violence and human rights violations.
I had the honor of heading the Environment Team’s April 2024 Global Issues Book Discussion featuring The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben (whose name in German means “good life”), and I wished to share my personal takeaway with a wider audience.
I have always loved trees and have organized or been involved in a...
A lot has been said and written about the importance of bees in the world, but do you know how important honey is in medical science? It is not just Winnie-the-Pooh who thought honey was good!
A short introduction
Honey, a natural substance produced by honey bees (Apis mellifera) has...
Those of you who attended the Region 5 meeting hosted by AIWC Frankfurt in November 2022 may remember that you were given a pinecone with a tag indicating that a tree would be planted in the Taunus Forest near Frankfurt in your name. The project is the initiative of Irene Smetana,
Sustainability, corporate responsibility and greenwashing (conveying a false impression or misleading information about how a company’s products are environmentally sound) are the buzzwords of the fashion world today, but the reality of being an ethical consumer and producer is far more complicated than most realize. What challenges are textile workers facing today? What challenges stand in...
This month, Target Project 5 is highlighting Sustainable Development Goal 4, “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all” – perfect timing for the Ed Team to highlight Awesome Blossoms and continuing education.
The Awesome Blossoms program provides the women entrepreneurs with education in the areas of financial literacy,
We are stronger, gentler, more resilient, and more beautiful than any of us imagine. – Mark Nepo
We accept that biodiversity supports a healthy physical environment, and neurodiversity plays a similar vital role in creating a healthy cognitive environment.
We must recognize that differences in cognitive processes, communication styles, and sensory encounters do...
Our focus in March and April on continuing education reminds us that learning should be a lifelong endeavor. As we celebrate Earth Day this April, it is easy to find links to Education SDG4 and the environment, especially in global citizenship, which we will explore in May and June. Just...
Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large group of synthetic chemicals characterized by a chain of carbon atoms that are bonded to fluorine atoms through a process called fluorination.1 PFAS are a class of thousands of chemicals known or suspected to be endocrine-disrupting chemicals. According to the Endocrine Society and the International...
AWC Antwerp often receives emails from women expressing their appreciation for the heart-shaped pillows that they receive after breast cancer surgery. But very rarely from men! The email below reminded me, once again, that breast cancer knows no boundaries, and indeed occurs in men as well.
Dear women’s club,
