Category Archives: Sophie Guerin

Posts by WIPA board member Sophie Guerin

Gender Equity In 2013

We were recently made aware of a fascinating info graphic by LearnStuff.com on gender equity as seen through the lens of unequal pay.  This image is timely following President Obama’s recent inauguration speech.  At WIPA, we see gender equity as … Continue reading

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WIPA Interview with U.S. Ambassador to Mongolia Piper Campbell

WIPA recently had the honor of interviewing U.S. Ambassador to Mongolia Piper Campbell.  Ambassador Campbell, a senior career Foreign Service Officer, was sworn in as Ambassador to Mongolia on August 6, 2012, following her nomination by President Obama and Senate … Continue reading

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Creating a Space for Women in the UAE

 “You have to learn that your rights are born with you. Don’t think the government or a man or your husband will give you a right. It’s inside you, just practise it.” Dr. Rafia Obaid Ghubash, is currently preparing to … Continue reading

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Guest Speaker Series: President Dr. Vaira Vike-Freberga of Latvia (1999-2007)

Dr. Vaira Vike-Freiberga will speak at the MPA, SciencesPo Paris on Monday, November 28th 2011.  Seating is limited and priority is given to MPA students.  If you would like to attend please send an email to info@womeninpublicaffairs.com. Dr. Vaira Vike-Freiberga  is a … Continue reading

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Interview with Anja Manuel, Principal at the RiceHadley Group

WIPA recently conducted an interview with Anja Manuel, principal of the RiceHadley Group created by former Secretary of State Condolezza Rice and former National Security Advisor Stephen Hadley.  Established in 2009, The RiceHadley Group is a consulting firm that advises … Continue reading

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Law & Order: Seeking Justice for Women in India

A recent poll conducted by the Thomas Reuters Foundation shows that gender experts believe India to be one of the top five most dangerous countries in the world for women.  This is a result of  human trafficking, forced marriage and violence against women.  This poll … Continue reading

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Women in Cuba Are Struggling to Ride the Waves of Economic Reform

Cuba is currently undergoing a series of economic reforms with the hopes of “updating” their national economy.  A significant component of these reforms are cuts to public sector employment.  In total 1 million civil servants are expected to loose their jobs.  Unfortunately these sweeping … Continue reading

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Hilary Clinton: Empowering Women & Girls Through Sports

On June 6th, United States Secretary of State Hilary Clinton launched the Women’s World Cup initiative: Empowering Women and Girls Through Sports.  This program run by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the Secretary Clinton’s Office of Global … Continue reading

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LG: Improving IT Education for Women in the Middle East

LG Electronics recently announced the launch of the LE Electronics IT Academy in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to train women in IT skills which they can use to pursue skills in the electronics industry. As part of LG’s CSR campaign, they have teamed up with … Continue reading

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Working for Advancement – Wider Opportunities for Women (WOW)

A few months back I came across a great organization called Wider Opportunities for Women (WOW).  WOW works across the country to to build pathways to economic independence for America’s families, women, and girls. WOW also has a large public … Continue reading

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