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Equality Now
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Judy Rothman, the Equality Now Team leader is on a book tour and Equality Now is focussed on their 20th Anniversary Celebration so they are sitting out this grant cycle and will be back for the next one!
Founded in 1992, Equality Now tirelessly fights for the rights of girls and women throughout the world, combining grassroots activism with legal advocacy. With offices in New York, Nairobi and London, areas of focus include Discrimination in Law, Sexual Violence, Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), and Trafficking. Iconic women's rights activist Gloria Steinem is a board member and spokesperson for the organization.
Website: http://www.equalitynow.org
Location: New York, NY
Members: 45
Latest Activity: Apr 14
Discussion
Weaknesses? 1 Reply
Hi!I just wanted to congratulate you on an incredible organization! However, while your organization is fabulous, I was wondering if it has any weaknesses? If so, how do you plan to eradicate/ deal with those weaknesses in the future?Thanks!GennyContinue
Started by Genny L. Last reply by Judy Rothman Rofé Apr 14.
The future of Equality Now 3 Replies
Yasmeen Hassan, a women's activist since the age of three when she organized girls to take action in her pre-school against the boys who monopolized the playground equipment, was recently named our Global Director. Here are her thoughts on what she…Continue
Started by Equality Now. Last reply by Genny L Apr 14.
Specific Actions 1 Reply
Equality Now seems like an incredible organization, focused on so many different parts of women's' justice. I was just wondering what a few specific missions are for the future of the organization and the girls. For example what you are going to do…Continue
Started by Christa E. Last reply by Judy Rothman Rofé Apr 13.
When and how do you take legal action? 3 Replies
I really like your combination of education, mentoring and legal action. When do you turn to legal action and how much emphasis do you put on legal rights in your teaching and mentoring work?Continue
Started by mary rourke. Last reply by Equality Now Feb 13.
To All Undecided Fivers
All of the teams vying for the $5000 grant are terrific, but if you are still undecided, please take a moment to check out Equality Now's website. This incredible organization, supported by Gloria Steinem as a board member and spokesperson, helps…Continue
Started by Judy Rothman Rofé Nov 28, 2011.
Thank you! 1 Reply
Thanks to everyone for finding out more about Equality Now and especially to those whovoted for us! Legal advocacy may not sound exciting (and often isn’t the easiest thing to explain in a few words), but our work is imperative if we want to create…Continue
Tags: girls, women, rights, gender, equality
Started by Equality Now. Last reply by Judy Rothman Rofé Nov 28, 2011.
Greetings from Yasmeen Hassan 2 Replies
As the Global Director of Equality Now, let me say that we are thrilled to join the 5 for Fairness community! Equality Now is turning 20 years old in 2012, and has been deeply dedicated to advocating for the human rights of women and girls around…Continue
Started by Yasmeen Hassan. Last reply by Nina M Nov 26, 2011.
Question regarding Equality Now 1 Reply
EN has responded that the $5,000 grant, if made by 5 For Fairness will go to support the AGLDF (Adolescent Girls' Legal Defense Fund). What has bee the budget for this fund over the last 3 years and what percentage does this fund bear to the entire…Continue
Started by kristie hubbard. Last reply by Equality Now Nov 22, 2011.
Profile of Equality Now's Partners
One of the most outstanding aspects of Equality Now is how the organization works with local entities to create new laws, stop violence...and achieve bona fide change, rather than using a band aid approach. Learn more about EN's partners around the…Continue
Started by Judy Rothman Rofé Nov 21, 2011.
What will you do with the 5000 Dollars? 2 Replies
As a large and well established organization, Equality Now clearly deals with a lot of different issues. If Equality Now wins this grant, can you tell us with any specificity how the $5000 will be spent. Will it go towards operating expenses or…Continue
Started by Quinn. Last reply by Equality Now Nov 21, 2011.
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