Now the challenge is to seize the momentum generated by this law. We must translate its powerful words to elevate women in all our diplomacy and security sectors.
Swanee Hunt’s passion is helping women move into political leadership. As she became involved in grassroots organizing, she began to think big about influencing politics as a major donor. First in a series on women funding serious political change.
Rape was a weapon of war in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, and many victims today are infected with HIV. The United Nations has called for up to $10 billion to fight the epidemic. The U.S., the world’s richest country, has pledged $200 million, a pittance.
The hand that rocks the soldier’s cradle in Russia is rocking the Russian military, demanding it treat soldiers with dignity and professionalism, feed and clothe them properly, end forced labor and abide by the rule of law.
An ambassador in the Clinton era says that, while she may not agree politically with the women Bush has appointed, she is delighted that women’s growing electoral power is being recognized by their inclusion at the highest levels.
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