Last night there was an interview on National Radio where author Sheryl Wudunn discussed her latest book that she co-authored: Half the Sky. I haven't read the book yet but her interview intrigued me.
The book is about women around the world and the movement 'Half the Sky' which addresses gender inqeuality particularly in third world nations.
As the movement website says:
"Half the Sky lays out an agenda for the world's women and three major abuses: sex trafficking and forced prostitution; gender-based violence including honor killings and mass rape; maternal mortality, which needlessly claims one woman a minute. We know there are many worthy causes competing for attention in the world. We focus on this one because this kind of oppression feels transcendent – and so does the opportunity. Outsiders can truly make a difference."
Check out their website for more information and some interesting blogs:
http://www.halftheskymovement.org/
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