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Oral Statement on the Women Human Rights Defenders' Report of the UN Special Rapporteur

The UN Special Rapporteur on Human Rights Defenders recently produced this report on the the situation of women human rights defenders. In response, the Women Human Rights Defenders International Coalition, of which MADRE is a member, produced this statement that...

published: 03/16/2011

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Statement from the Barcenas Women Workers' Committee for International Women's Day

Today, we received this message from our sister organization in Guatemala as they recognize International Women's Day.

published: 03/08/2011

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Statement from K'inal Antsetik for International Women's Day

To honor the 100th International Women's Day today, we received this message from K'inal Antsetik, MADRE's sister organization in Mexico.

published: 03/08/2011

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Amplify Women's Voices

For 100 years, women worldwide have demonstrated for their rights every March 8. In honor of this 100th International Women's Day, through the month of March, MADRE is mobilizing 100 people to each give $100 to help secure the rights...

published: 03/08/2011

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As Aristide Lands in Haiti, MADRE Upholds His International Right to Return

Today, former Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide returned to Haiti after seven years of exile in South Africa. Aristide, the nation's first democratically elected president, was twice ousted from power with support from the United States. MADRE calls for all members...

published: 03/08/2011

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A Visit to Our Sister Organizations in Guatemala

MADRE staff recently traveled to Guatemala to meet with our sister organizations, and we'd like to give you the chance to relive the trip! Some of you became a "virtual delegate" and received updates from Guatemala. If you would like...

published: 03/07/2011

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Iraqi Protests: Continue into a Second Week

For the second Friday in a row, thousands of people took to the streets in Baghdad, Basra and other cities across Iraq. Despite a ban on vehicles in Baghdad, many walked for hours to join the protests...

published: 03/04/2011

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The Day of Iraqi Rage

We just received the following update from Yanar Mohammed, the director of our partner organization in Iraq, about the spread of demonstrations into Iraqi cities.

published: 03/03/2011

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Project Update: Sudanese Women Stand for Peace and Community Prosperity

Today, Fatima Ahmed, the director of our sister organization in Sudan, Zenab for Women in Development , stopped by our office. She told us about Zenab's latest work to support women farmers and to ensure peace during Sudan's recent...

published: 03/03/2011

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Project Update from Haiti: Human Rights Advocacy Training for Grassroots Women

Read the second part of the update on MADRE's recent trip to Haiti.

published: 02/25/2011

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Haiti Update: Visiting KOFAVIV: A Refuge for Rape Survivors

Read part one of the update on MADRE's recent trip to Haiti.

published: 02/25/2011

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Open Letter to Michelle Bachelet on the Launch of UN Women

Today, we attain a new milestone. As UN Women sets forth, it must be a powerful voice for global women's rights.

published: 02/24/2011

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Letter to the New York Times on Afghan Women's Shelters

Afghan women's shelters are a crucial refuge for women escaping brutal violence - and these shelters are under siege.

published: 02/19/2011

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Vote for MADRE in the Third Annual Gender Justice Uncovered Awards

MADRE is proud to announce some exciting news! We have been nominated for the Third Annual Gender Justice Uncovered Awards, which recognizes advances in international law for women's human rights. This incredible honor acknowledges our recent victory, when the...

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published: 02/18/2011

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MADRE Congratulates the People of Egypt

MADRE congratulates the pro-democracy protesters in Egypt. After 18 days of protests, the people of Egypt have finally achieved their goal of bring an end to the 30 year reign of Hosni Mubarak. Shortly after 11am this morning, President...

published: 02/11/2011

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Messages of Solidarity and Protection for the Demonstrators of Egypt from MADRE's Partner in Iraq

MADRE's sister organization, the Organization of Women's Freedom in Iraq (OWFI), responds to...

published: 02/02/2011

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Demanding Democracy in Egypt

Millions gathered today in Tahrir Square in Cairo, Egypt in a nearly unprecedented act of defiance. Popular protests that began just a week ago have accelerated into a movement not seen in a generation, calling for an end to...

published: 02/01/2011

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Getting to Know Yifat: A Biography

Yifat Susskind, MADRE's Executive Director, works to make human rights a reality for all people. Before joining the staff of MADRE, she was part of a joint Israeli-Palestinian human rights organization in Jerusalem, using journalism, advocacy and political organizing...

published: 01/22/2011

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Coalition of Organizations Call on Haiti to Prosecute Jean-Claude Duvalier

As organizations concerned with human rights in Haiti, we call on the Government of Haiti to immediately take steps to investigate and prosecute Jean-Claude Duvalier for human rights violations committed during his 1971-86 rule of Haiti....

published: 01/21/2011

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Messages of Welcome from MADRE's Sisters

As soon as we let our sister organizations know about our new Executive Director, Yifat Susskind, the welcome messages poured in. Our partners, excited to hear that Yifat would be taking the leadership of MADRE, wrote to us to share...

published: 01/20/2011

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Message from Yifat Susskind, MADRE's New Executive Director

After 14 years as part of the MADRE staff, I have the honor of being our new Executive Director. As a MADRE supporter, you understand what a unique and powerful organization this is. You understand that MADRE gives us a...

published: 01/20/2011

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A Personal Introduction to You from Vivian Stromberg

I have great news to share with you. As you may know, after twenty years as Executive Director, I am ready to transition out of this role, though I will remain deeply involved as MADRE's Senior Advisor. ...

published: 01/20/2011

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Special Video Message with MADRE's New Executive Director

Watch the video below for a special message from Vivian Stromberg and Yifat Susskind, MADRE's new Executive Director. After 14 years of working together, Vivian shares her reflections on how far MADRE has come and on the invaluable contributions Yifat...

published: 01/20/2011

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A Media Spotlight on MADRE's New Executive Director

Over the years, MADRE's new Executive Director Yifat Susskind has often lent her voice and her analysis to shape the discussion on women's human rights worldwide. In the media and in policy debates, her perspective has been informed by...

published: 01/20/2011

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Welcoming Our New Executive Director

MADRE is proud to introduce to you our new Executive Director, Yifat Susskind. Yifat has been part of the MADRE family for 14 years, working with women and families around the globe to build life-saving programs and longstanding partnerships. It...

published: 01/20/2011

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