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UNIFEM/USNC, Chicago Chapter's Distinguished Speakers

The United States National Committee for UNIFEM, Chicago Chapter, joins UNIFEM/USNC and other UNIFEM/USNC chapters around the country in focusing our attention and fund-raising goals in support of the Safe Cities Program to end gender-based violence in Latin America.

The U.S. National Committee for UN Women, Chicago Chapter, was founded in November 2006 with the goal of becoming involved in critical UN Women projects worldwide like establishing women's centers in Afghanistan and ensuring women's participation in negotiations on the Darfur conflict.

Committed to raising awareness and funds through Chicago-based events and partnerships with local businesses, the Chicago Chapter actively supports UN Women's mission to

Georgia Chapter Stomps out Violence with it's 9th Annual 5k Walk

On Saturday, May 18th, a day threatened by rain, record numbers visited Piedmont Park for the 9th Annual 5k Walk to End Violence Against Women.  Walkers enjoyed free massages, had their blood pressure measurements taken,  faces painted and crafted with their children.  Before the walk, participants warmed up with Katherine Beard to some great tunes to get them in the mood.  Several walkers raised funds to fight violence and received gift cards.

International Women’s Day

The Gulf Coast Chapter would like to thank Paola Gianturco for making this year's International Women's Day a huge success.  If you would like to purchase Ms. Gianturco's book "Grandmother Power:  A Global Phenomenon", please contact Sharon Burde, askburde@gmail.com.  Ms. Gianturco is giving 100% of her author royalties from this book to the Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign