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By IWFglobal

| July 14, 2021

New World, New Rules: The State of Democracy

Ambassador Roberta Lajous shares her unique perspective on democracy, including:

what she perceives as the greatest threat to democracy today
what European governments offer their citizens that is particularly useful for women
how the world views democracy in the U.S. in light of recent events
advancements of women in politics in Mexico, and
how the Cold War and Cuban Missile Crisis inspired her lifelong passion of foreign relations and international affairs.

About the Guest: Roberta Lajous has been the Mexican Ambassador to Spain, Cuba, Austria, and Bolivia, as well as a Representative of Mexico to the UN. She is the former President of IWF Mexico.

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By IWFglobal

| July 01, 2021

Lou Kerr has energized three decades of the Women’s Business Leadership Conference

Originally posted on www.news.okstate.edu

“Julie, I have a darling young lady who I know would make a wonderful speaker.”

Julie Weathers, director of the Center for Executive and Professional Development at Spears Business, was talking recently with Lou Kerr in Oklahoma City about the annual Oklahoma State University Women’s Business Leadership Conference, and Kerr had an idea for a future speaker.

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By IWFglobal

| June 29, 2021

3 Ways We Can All Defend Human Rights

We asked Alexandra Haas, Executive Director of Oxfam Mexico and IWF Fellow, the following question: What are 3 ways we can all defend human rights? She simplifies the actions that we can take by using 3 memorable words that make a big impact: Learn. Say. Do. Read more to learn about actions you can take to make a difference and defend human rights globally.

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By IWFglobal

| June 21, 2021

Motown: Women and the Making of a Music Empire

CEO of the Motown Museum, Robin Terry, is keeping the family legacy of Motown alive. For World Music Day, she gives us a behind-the-scenes look into how one of the most beloved music brands around the world came into existence and fostered talent ranging from Diana Ross to Stevie Wonder. She discusses key women involved in making Motown what it is today and what’s next. Robin is a member of IWF Michigan.

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By IWFglobal

| May 31, 2021

3 Ways to Rethink Student Education in Response to Covid-19

As schools continue to adjust to the shifting realities of Covid-19, parents, teachers and schools have an opportunity to rethink the previous methods of student education. We asked Dr. Shimi Kang, IWF British Columbia member and founder of Dolphin Kids: Future-Ready Leaders, the following question - “What are 3 ways to rethink student education in response to Covid-19?” Here's her response:

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