The Amnesty International NYC Women's Human Rights Action Team (NYCWHRAT) welcomes all who want to do activist work for women's human rights globally and at home. Our mission is to become advocates globally and locally for the promotion of women's human rights. We work on a range of women's human rights issues that support Amnesty International's mission.
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… Some issues that we care about and may address: (this is far from an all-inclusive list and we will continue to add to it) Gender roles and stereotypes Rape and sexual abuse Sexual harassment Domestic violence Racism and religious persecution LGBTQI issues Human trafficking/sex trafficking Sex workers rights Slut-shaming and sex positivity "Glass-ceilings" and the wage gap Reproductive health and choice Pop culture and the media Politics and pro-woman candidacy ...and so much more...
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By "religion-based bigotry," we mean both (1) bigotry against people because of their religion (or lack thereof) and (2) bigotry rooted in or excused by religion, e.g. bigotry against gays. NYARBB aims to oppose the religious right wing on many different fronts. For information about New Yorkers Against Religion-Based Bigotry, please see the NYARBB main website ( http://nyarbb.com/ ) and the NYARBB blog ( http://blog.nyarbb.org/ ). See especially the main site's "About NYARBB" page ( http:/ …
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Going through a divorce can be a time of great upheaval in which emotions and uncertainty take center stage. It is also a time when it's easy to get overwhelmed with all the important financial decisions that need to be made. What should we do about the house? What are my options for health insurance? Will I have enough after the divorce to pay my bills? Should each of us just keep our 401(k) or other retirement plans? Does it make sense to trade pension rights for the house? Will I have eno …
Hello Ladies! Do you absolutely love going to fabulous events? Do you enjoy meeting new people, and making new friends? Do you love making a difference? If this sounds like you, then you have come to the right place! This group is for young professional women, in their 20- early 30's, who are confident, fun, and love being a woman (and all its perks! ;) ). You can be single or coupled, new to NY or born and raised here, but ultimately a chic chick that loves to have a good time! What I wa …
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Are you a queer woman and a buddhist practitioner, or interested in buddhism and meditation? Are you looking for community? QueerDharma Women is a group for queer, bi, trans, gay, lesbian women who are buddhist practitioners, or are interested in meditation and buddhism. Have you ever gone to a queer/gay buddhist group or event and been the only woman? This group is a way to find out about dyke buddhist gatherings that are both social and for practice, for creating gatherings, and for finding …
We are fun and positive women in our 20's, 30's, and 40's exploring and loving all that New York city has to offer, all while consciously giving back to charities we believe in, such as the Teen LUVE Foundation. *The Teen LUVE Foundation, is a non-profit 501 (c) (3), that mentors and offers workshops for at-risk teen boys and girls ages 12-17. Are you looking to: *Meet like-minded positive women? *Network for business and/or new friendships? *Try something new in 2012 and have some fun? *Enjo …
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This group is a community for large-size shoe fashionable women wearers in the NYC area. That's right! For us, by us! Our goal is to share information, deals, shoe swapping, and shoe shopping--for women who wear large-size shoes! When we know of something (or vice versa) we can share information from one large size fashionable shoe wearer to another. We're researching fashion shoe retailers right now to bring us the best there is to offer for fashionable women with large-size shoes! We're op …
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This group is for women who are ready to change their lives, beginning with their mind and body. Come attend free speaking events and workshops, specifically designed to help you pinpoint patters that are holding you back. You'll get great tips about how to change your body by beginning to shift your mind!
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This group is designed to help single women in their late 20's to early 40's move past old relationship trauma/drama so she can finally connect with Mr. Right.
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The purpose of this group is for the New York professional black women to come together, meet & greet and embrace our new midlife. You should join if you're in your fabulous mid- forties and into the mid-late fabulous fifties: midlife doesn't always equate to crisis. Note: over 40s are welcome too. This is a time for reflection and thankfulness as we grow older very gracefully. Let's share our stories and experiences over dinner, gathering at a book store or any other social venue. We are tr …
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Join other women in the community for walks through our beautiful local parks and get the chance to take on some hiking too! We've had some great seasons already and there's definitely more to come! This is a perfect way to have some fun while we get in shape, start new exercise routines, and experience better health and vitality outdoors with friends. You've been thinking about walking and getting out more, right? So why not join our group? You'll have a fabulous time meeting new people, form …
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Grace and Peace family! As Dr. A.R Bernard says, "we don't grow in isolation, we grow in community". Therefore, this group serves to connect women of African descent, between the ages of 30-45 (I know you're out there!) who seek a more fulfilling life (career, relationships, wellness). SO...... If you are looking to be heard, supported, and encouraged as you seek to fulfill your DIVINE purpose, you've come to the right place. If you're simply looking for new sister-friends, you've also come to t …
Are you tired of being single? Are you ready to find that special guy who will treat you the way you want to be treated and deserve to be treated? Do you often ask yourself if he really exists & if he does will you ever meet him? Well, he does & we’ll show you how to find him. If you’re frustrated with dating and tired of relationships that ultimately wind up with you unhappy & unfulfilled we’ll show you how to make sure it never happens again. Sound too good to be true? Is it worth an hour …
Our site will unite many interests in one, because there's so much to do in the Hudson Valley! We soul-cialize in a myriad of ways - from bowling and going to concerts and plays to sightseeing at museums, yearly cultural festivals and traveling locally and around the globe. This is the group for you! Meetup is more than just socializing, its bringing the right people into your lives. Look forward to many adventures with Hudson Valley Black Womens Circle!
G.O.A.L.S is a goal setting and keeping group that I have started for women in the NYC area. If you are like me and love to make goals but keeping them is another story, then join my group. I want to form a group where a small group of women (6-7) can share their specific goals, put them into action, and have a group to be held accountable to. In essence, have a goal in mind, work towards it, and every month we’ll get together and see how much you have progressed. I was looking to join a similar …
You've always wanted to be in fashion, right? But, maybe you think you're too old now...or too young. Or, perhaps you need some encouragement about how to get started as a designer. Or, maybe you need to brush up your creative or technical skills. Well, get ready! We've got a wealth of information to pass around to help you: PREPARE TO START YOUR OWN FASHION BUSINESS PREPARE TO SWITCH CAREERS IN FASHION PREPARE FOR FASHION COLLEGE PREPARE F …
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~ARE YOU A SINGLE WOMAN WHO IS TIRED OF DATING MR. WRONG? ~ARE YOU A SINGLE WOMAN WHO IS READY TO FIND THE MAN OF YOUR DREAMS? If you are ready to: • give up whatever is blocking you • make meaningful changes in your life • be supported in finding your ultimate relationship This transformational 6-WEEK program for singles may be just what you’re looking for! By implementing the following processes, you will gain focus and confidence; you will replace desire with actuality: 1. Identify what y …
Dating With Dignity is a community of like-minded cool people who want to FIND LOVE and RELATIONSHIP in 2010! Our members are tired of hoping that Mr. or Miss Right will just magically appear one day at Starbucks, the gym or on Match.com and are ready to take ACTION to create change in their lives. They want to stop wasting time with flakes, end the frustration and loneliness that comes from dating men and women who don't meet their needs, and want to learn how to love themselves in the process …
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Whether you are just starting out in the world of business, or are working on business number one-hundred, the New York Business Professionals & Entreprenuers Network (NYBPEN) can help you make more and have fun doing it. You are here because you know this could be one of the best times to start your own business. Well your right. Established in 2012, New York Business Professionals & Entreprenuers is an organization serving the business networking community of the greater New Jersey, New Yor …
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