Mois : janvier 2009

Linked with Bapsi Sidhwa – Pakistan (-India-USA).

The 3rd North American Zoroastrian Conference was held in October of 1979, with the first day’s session at the Darbe Mehr and the second day at the Carnegie Center in New York city … Because of Professor Irani’s connections into the academic world, ZAGNY has over the years been able to organize excellent seminars on various aspects of Zoroastrianism and religious thought. On average, at least one such conference or seminar has taken place each year. ZAGNY also sponsored or co-sponsored the first two International Gatha conferences in Great Britain and Los Angeles and the Yasht conference last year. The taped proceedings or manuscripts of many of these conferences and seminars are in the archives of ZAGNY … (full text history /activities).

Homepage;
Sitemap;
Community; Related Organisations;
Documents; Newsletter;
Membership; Board Members;
Links;
Address: Arbab Rustam Guiv Darbe-Mehr, Zoroastrian Association of Greater New York (ZAGNY), 106 Pomona Road, Suffern, NY 10901, USA;
Contact.

History of ZAGNY (a short excerpt): … The 3000th Anniversary of the Zoroastrian Culture and Persian Parade – On November 15, 2003 ZAGNY and IZA celebrated the UNESCO-associated 3000th Anniversary of Zoroastrian Culture , featuring presentations:

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in english, in hebrew, and in arabic

The Coalition of Women for Peace brings together independent women and 10 feminist peace organizations who work relentlessly for peace and justice. Founded in November 2000, after the outbreak of the Second Intifada, the Coalition today is a leading voice in the peace movement … (about /general info 1/2).

english Homepage;
member organizations; activities;
articles; photo galleries;
join; donations;
links;
contact.

about, who we are, general info 2/2: … In addition to supporting the work of its member organizations, the Coalition carries out its own activities – mass rallies, campaigns and educational activity. It runs outreach and advocacy programs within Israeli society, and activities which involve solidarity and cooperation with Palestinian women in the occupied territories.

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Linked with Hanan Ashrawi – Palestine, with Hanan Ashrawi and the Price of Dissent,  with Israel and Palestine in these times, with Israel and Palestine on my blogs.

The General Union of Palestinian Women GUPW was established in 1965 as a body within the Palestinian Liberation Organization and according is considered to be the official representative body for Palestinian women around the world . It is also the umbrella for all women’s organizations in Palestine and in exile … (full text About/Mission Statement).

Homepage;
Strategic Objectives; Union Structure; Activities: Conferences;
Related Documents: The National Strategy for the Advancement of Palestinian Women;
Photo Album; Links; Arabic written section;
Addresses: Gaza: Al Rimal – Al Shohada Street; Ramallah: Al Bireh-Al Sharafa, by Al Razi Optical Hospital;
Contact.

Main Goals:

• 1- Mobilization of Palestinian Women in the struggle of their people for liberation from Israeli occupation, attainment of self-determination and the right of return as well as the establishment of the independent state on their national soil with Jerusalem as its capital.
• 2- Raising women’s political awareness and participation in the decision making process, whether in the Unions, National Organizations or Political Parties. Reviewing policies, laws, legislation and decisions to ensure that they are non-discriminatory against men and that they adopt principles of equality and providing equal opportunities between men and women.
• 4- Integration of women in the labor force and other economic activities.
• 5- Raising the cultural and health standards of Palestinian women through organizing programs for fundamental education of illiteracy.

Link: Find them also on wikipedia.

also in german

Linked with Heide Göttner-Abendroth – Germany, with Hannelore Vonier – Germany and USA, and with The International Academy Hagia.

This website was first published in 2000, right after the launch of the German sister site www.matriarchat.net by web designer and editor Hannelore Vonier, an artist, writer, matriarchy specialist and peace worker from Germany, now retired and living in Florida with her husband. Hannelore is convinced, that if you knew about the origin culture of humankind (called matriarchal culture by todays scientists – see definition of matriarchy), you will be able to improve your happiness and sense of being … (about 1/2).

Homepage and link to E-course Matriarchy;
Sitemap;
Basics you should know;
Resources … as Matriarchal studies;
FAQ;
Free knowledge base about matriarchal indigenous societies: Description of Matriarchy, and the Term Matriarchy;
Flash-Movies;
Web-Links;
Contact.

About 2/2: … The matter of this webpage is providing material about cultures who live in peace, without violence, war, jealousy or fears – and especially no battle of sexes or conflicts between generations. Societies in balance who enjoy every moment of their life, filled with love, joy and spirituality.

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also in german

Heide Göttner-Abendroth – Germany.

The International Academy HAGIA was founded in 1986. It is dedicated to the exploration of the long history of matriarchal societies and cultures. Historically, matriarchal cultures have existed worldwide and continue to exist today in certain societies. It is only recently that research in matriarchy has become an international field of exploration, one that includes all of the socio-cultural sciences; for the first time, this research has been situated within a scientific framework … (full text about 1/2).

Homepage in english:
Matriarchal Society: Definition and Theory (published in The Gift, A Feminist Analysis Athanor book, Meltemi editore, Roma 2004); same downloadable as an 8 page pdf-text;
Program /study courses;
Declaration on Matriarchal Politics: download the declaration;
Books;
Address: International Academy HAGIA, Weghof 2, D-945577 Winzer /Germany;
Contact (on the Homepage).

About 2/2: … In terms of social and cultural structures, matriarchy research opens up a fundamentally different perspective than that offered by the societies many of us are living in. It makes us aware of the patterns in our own patriarchal societies and personal lifestyles; these can then be understood, confronted and changed. New ways of thinking and experience become possible, and visions that shed light on the still-hidden paths to the future can develop. The study of matriarchy can touch the person as a whole, and above all, it is meant to change society as a whole.

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