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Integrative Healthcare at Urban ZenMadeline Nelson, Vice President of Urban Zen Foundation, speaks about a holistic approach to healthcare and various initiatives the Urban Zen Foundation is involved in to foster self-care....read more
Four Points for SuccessMarsha Firestone tells of her journey launching the Women's President's Organization. She gives us four points of advice in building our careers and finding our path....read more
Women Rebuilding IraqJanet Benshoof shares stories about the women of Iraq coming together to stand up for women's rights under the new constitution in Iraq, and training Iraqi judges on gender crimes using international ...read more
Pursue Your IdeasLisa Stone is the CEO of BlogHer.com. She shares with the Womensphere community about her journey from journalism to blogging. She explains how she feels women have found their place online....read more
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Combating Modern Day SlaveryTen years ago, Katherine Chon discovered that slavery still exists in America. She decided she had to do something, and co-founded the Polaris Project. She shares her story, and what Polaris is doing ...read more
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Windows for WidowsHeather Ibrahim Leathers founded Windows for Widows following the passing of her grandmother in 2009. Her goal is to help widows achieve financial stability, self-sufficiency, accountability, and impo...read more
A Unique Ability to LeadAs Chairman of Ogilvy & Mather Worldwide, Shelly Lazarus is often asked to speak about leadership. She shares a profound story about the rowing team at Princeton University, and a unique woman leader ...read more
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Earth We ShareDr. Mae Jemison, the first female African American in space, wears a bracelet that says "reality leads fantasy." It's vitally important that we understand the reality that we're creating, because it's...read more
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Investing in Women & GirlsJennifer Buffett, President & Co-Founder of the NoVo Foundation, speaks about the Girl Effect and programs that educate, empower and improve the lives of women and girls around the world....read more
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Welcoming Global Emerging LeadersAnalisa Balares, the CEO of Womensphere, welcomes young women from all over the globe at the Womensphere Emerging Leaders Global Summit, which was held in January 2011 in New York City....read more
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