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The Reality for Women and Children in Africa

African women account for two thirds of the world’s 774 million adult illiterates – a proportion that is unchanged over the past two decades.  In Sub-Saharan Africa 81% of boys were enrolled at primary school during 2005-2009, compared to only 77% of girls. With just 11% of the world’s population, Africa accounts for more than …

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What Does Women’s Empowerment Have to do with the Islamic State?

We have all been shocked and saddened by the brutal attacks of Isis extremists around the globe. The reality is that this group will do their utmost to establish an Islamic State, dragging us all back into the dark ages. Historically the group that suffers most under Islamic rule is Women. They are degraded, striped …

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