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Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability News, Press Releases, Feeds, Events and More. Timberland Responsibility. How Are Women Who Are Making Less Than $2 a Day Using Mobile Tech? Posted by AnneryanHeatwole on Mar 09, 2012 March 8th is International Women's Day and to mark the occasion, the GSMA mWomen Programme has released a study called " Striving and Surviving – Exploring the Lives of Women at the Base of the Pyramid .

" Drawn from 2,500 interviews with women (aged 16-64 in both rural and urban areas) living on less that $2 a day in Egypt, India, Papua New Guinea, and Uganda, the report looks at how mobile technology influences the way women approach health, economic development, and family relationships, and what mobile operators can do to reach more low-income women. The report is divided into three parts; part one looks at the social, cultural, and economic factors that women at the base of the economic pyramid face in their daily lives, part two looks at the role of mobile technology in their lives, and part three looks at how technology can be used to further reach low-income women. 80% reported being connected to friends and family.

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There are over 27 million people enslaved today, many of whom make the things we use and buy. This issue is quickly becoming a priority for millions of consumers world wide. I'd like to know how much your company has investigated and mitigated the potential exposure to forced labor in your supply management systems. Do you have a robust code of conduct that is current with recent forced labor data and prevention recommendations?

I'm certain we share the same values of freedom and I know it’s challenging to address this complex issue. My request is simple. Sincerely, [Your name will be here] Made In A Free World believes that changing the world takes everyone. The Mutual rewards you for donating to charity with Perks. Panzanzee. GE: Healthymagination Challenge: Ideas. Welcome to endfistula.unfpa.org. News The 'cursed' women living in shame BBC News report from Uganda by Tulip Mazumdar Progress for women and girls is progress for all Statement on International Women's Day, 8 March 2014, by UNFPA Executive Director, Dr.

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7 billion people - 7 Billion Actions

By the end of this year there will be 7 billion people on the planet. To mark this global milestone, which represents both significant opportunities and challenges, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and its partners have launched an innovative campaign. Called 7 Billion Actions, the platform is designed to promote a healthy and sustainable world. According to UNFPA Executive Director Dr Babatunde Osotimehin the campaign aims to realize untapped potential, “It is about embracing the dignity and human rights of every individual. We need to create conditions for each one of us to live on a healthy planet, so we can all reach our full potential.

UNFPA Executive Director Dr Babatunde Osotimehin There are a number of thematic areas that the 7 Billion Actions will address.