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Day 6: I don't understand hate

I keep trying to make sense out of the terrorist attacks in Mumbai this week. Each time I read a report, I look for something -- anything -- that will give me some sort of insight into why and how human beings can kill.

Nov, 30

Quote #2

"The emotional, sexual, and psychological stereotyping of females begins when the doctor says: It's a girl." — Shirley Chisholm, politician and activist

Nov, 27

Day 2: Ordinary women doing extraordinary things

Today is day 2 in the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence campaign and I'd like to focus on the many ways ordinary women have done some very extraordinary things in the fight against human trafficking.

Nov, 26

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

Today is the international marker for champions around the world to remember, educate and act on violence against women.

Nov, 25

Quote #1

"If you're really listening, if you're awake to the poignant beauty of the world, your heart breaks regularly. In fact, your heart is made to break; its purpose is to burst open again and again so that it can hold ever-more wonders." — Andrew Harvey, The Return of the Mother