Apr. 26-28, 2010: 5th UNICEF-GPIA International Conference: REGISTER HERE! The New School, Theresa Lang Center, 55 W. 13th Street, NYC The aim of the conference is to inform thinking and practices around key issues and trends related to adolescent girls. Recent years have seen a growing interest in the topic of adolescent girls as a strategic group in addressing poverty alleviation and gender equality. While the experiences gained through years of programmes in promoting protective environments in schools, working to eliminate harmful traditional practices, and addressing sexual abuse has provided a growing evidence base, there has not yet been sufficient empirical evidence or knowledge generated to drive effective and innovative policies. The 5ht International Conference organized by the Graduate Program in International Affairs at the New School and UNICEF will review current global trends and ideas regarding adolescent girls, explore ways to fill the knowledge gaps and showcase lessons learned and good practices for effective and strategic policy making.  read more
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Haiti's Children to Face Ongoing Challenges
Perhaps children are the most vulnerable victims of the earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12, 2010. It is estimated that two million children are affected by the disaster, many of whom were orphaned and badly injured. Surviving children who could not find their parents and or other adults were found sleeping amongst the dead bodies.
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