The movie combines rare archival footage with present-day interviews to weave together two parallel stories: the evolution of underground networks to help women find safe abortions outside the law and the intensive efforts of activists and legislators who broke the silence and changed the laws.
United Nations, New York, May 2009 - Today, more than 110,000 peacekeepers currently serve in 18 UN peace operations around the world with more countries contributing police and military personnel now than ever before. But it's not only the diversity of nationalities that will continue to change the facing of UN peacekeeping - it's also the more prominent presence of women.
"Women in Peacekeeping: The Power to Empower" highlights the importance of increasing the overall number women military, police and civilian peacekeepers, while underscoring the vital role they play and the unique skills they bring to the frontlines and struggles around the world. Through compelling footage and stories of women peacekeepers in action across the globe, to interviews with key UN officials, this video helps us better understand the profound impact women can have in maintaining peace and security
The official trailer for THE MOSQUE IN MORGANTOWN, a documentary film about Islam, feminism and change in a West Virginia Muslim community. Premiered on PBS stations nationwide on June 15, 2009. www.themosqueinmorgantown.com
What do America Ferrera, Larry David, and Amy Brenneman have in common? They're all proud to call themselves feminists.Celebrate Women's History Month with them and other feminists by watching the special This Is What A Feminist Looks Like video.