Monthly Archives: May 2011
Women & Revolution: Can Liberian Women Prevent Violence in the Ivory Coast?
It seems that our Women & Revolution series continues to remain at the forefront of international news these days. While the revolutions in the Middle East have been dominating the news, the ongoing strife in the Ivory Cost has not … Continue reading
Christine Lagarde Should be the Next Managing Director of the IMF
Last Wednesday, Christine Lagarde announced her candidacy for managing director of the International Monetary Fund. While I personally support Ms. Lagarde’s candidacy, I am pleased with the trajectory of the reaction in response. Clearly there a justified need for increased diversity in international financial institutions and Ms. Lagarde has my vote. Continue reading
WIPA: Women & Public Policy Winning Essay [FULL]
The following essay was submitted by Rebecca Tisdale for the 2011 Women & Public Policy Essay Contest. Gayle Lemmon, author of The Dressmaker of Khair Khana judged this contest and awarded Rebeeca Tisdale the title of winner. Q: What strategies … Continue reading
Rebecca Tisdale – Winner of the WIPA: Women and Public Policy Essay Contest
It is our pleasure to announce that Rebecca Tisdale is this year’s winner of the WIPA: Women & Public Policy Essay Contest. Rebecca’s essay focused on raising the status and worth of girls through policies that increase the health and education levels … Continue reading
WIPA will return next week
Some WIPA members may have noticed that our blog and facebook page have both been somewhat quiet lately. This is due primarily to the fact that this past month WIPA board members have been slogging through finals, reports, capstone projects. … Continue reading