The companion to the classic anthology Daughters of Africa—a major international collection that brings together the work of more than 200 women writers of African descent, celebrating their artistry and showcasing their contributions to modern literature and international culture. Daughters of Africa “A magnificent starting place for any reader interested in becoming part of the collective …
The Peagie Woobay Scholarship Fund is a non-governmental organization founded in March 2013 legally registered in Sweden, Sierra Leone and USA with the aim of empowering girls in Sierra Leone through education and also giving teen mums a second chance so they do not drop out completely of the educational system. We have also been show casing Sierra …
Eunice Olumide is a Scottish actress, model, DJ and Member of the British Empire (MBE). She has appeared on the catwalk, DJd in clubs and acted in movies including Star Wars Rogue One. “I think we’ve got a really big problem which is contributing to xenophobia. I think it’s really important for people from European …
Create a free investment plan with Ellevest* that crunches the numbers based on the realities of gender-based pay. You want to earn a competitive return with your investments. (That’s key.) But you also want to power social change by advancing other women. Check out these articles by Ellevest about how you can do both. Having a roommate …
Europe is arguably one of the most advanced regions in the world. As such, it becomes the dream destination of people from other cultures who want to advance their education, explore career opportunities, or simply build a new life for themselves and their families. There is centuries long history of migration and immigration across Europe. …
Veganism is on the rise, sales of vegan foods in America are growing ten times faster than food sales as a whole. The Economist has reported that 2019 will be ‘The year of the vegan’, with the trend going mainstream, compared to previously being a minority within a minority. It is also moving from simply …
Create a free investment plan with Ellevest* that crunches the numbers based on the realities of gender-based pay. Self-care is whatever you do to take care of your mental, emotional, and physical health. Are you doing that for your future self? Here’s how planning and saving for retirement is more like yoga than you think. “We want …
Create a free investment plan with Ellevest* that crunches the numbers based on the realities of gender-based pay. You may have seen articles about mistakes investors make. But surprise: Those are men’s biggest mistakes. The biggest investing mistakes women make, says Ellevest CEO and Co-Founder Sallie Krawcheck, are very different. Here’s why. “We want you to meet Ellevest because Black …
Featuring CHEF JENNIFER BOOKER, the Cordon Bleu Paris Certified chef and author of the “FIELD PEAS TO FOIE GRAS“ cookbook that artfully blends traditional Southern dishes with French techniques, the series includes a champagne and dining experience, cooking class, demo, and Soul Food Pop-Up. ABOUT THE CHEF: Reality television personality, entrepreneur and cookbook author, Chef Jennifer …
We may never be the world’s best tennis player but we can invest in our futures. Create a free investment plan with Ellevest* that crunches the numbers based on the realities of gender-based pay. Let’s not forget how bad as* Venus Williams is. She is a former world number 1. She and her sister Serena dominated women’s …
Celebrate International Women’s Day with the American Club of Sweden and the American Women’s Club in Stockholm. We’ll have presentations and a moderated discussion with Bayo Callender and Andrea Pippin. March 8, 2019 @ Embassy House, Linnegatan 89C, 115 23 Stockholm, from 6 – 7.30- pm. PRESENTERS Bayo Callender is a US-trained attorney, mediator, and …
Come and celebrate International Women’s day with a difference! Diversity, Inclusion and Intersectional experiences of age, race and gender in today’s Global universe. A panel of “Ordinary” women from various continents who lead extraordinary lives followed by Q&A and an open discussion. They share their journey, the lessons learnt and honour the contribution of women …
For its third edition the Afropolitan Festival, together with it’s partners, dives into the Kinshasan and Congolese art scene which plays with borders and permeates life on both sides of the river Congo.Afrofeminists from Africa and Europe are invited to share their work with the public. Fashion takes an important place with the presence of a New African Wave …
Writing one book is a dream. But having two celebrated books – Due North and LAGOM in 17 (!) different language editions – is beyond surreal and a blessing. So much to be grateful for. — Lola Akinmade Åkerström Congratulations Lola! We love you and are continuously proud of our Power Lister. Pick up …
