By: Jacqueline Herrera, Co-founder and Director A while back, I wrote about how excited we were about our partnership with Engineers without Borders, an organization comprised of professional engineers who provide low cost or pro bono services to organizations doing development in the field. Since we take on some really diverse, and often fascinating […]
Archives for March 2016
Better Data Is Needed on Vulnerable Children
As an organization working with vulnerable children around the world, one of the major obstacles we encounter is the lack of reliable data on children in many countries. When dealing with children living in orphanages or outside the home, information is sparse, and yet so vital to making meaningful change. Accurate information is needed […]
Stay True To Your Dreams
“Don’t look for your dreams to come true; look to become true to your dreams.” -Michael Beckwith As we start another week, let’s reflect on what dreams are closest to our hearts. Instead of focusing on the end result, let’s work to make every moment count. After all, it’s the journey that matters and […]
Bringing Light to Women: Gloria Steinem
By Jacqueline Monet, Social Media Manager, Kitechild It’s Gloria Steinem’s birthday today and as part of Women’s History Month, we couldn’t think of a better time to honor this pioneer of equality. At 82 and still going strong, the feminist icon has said that one of the fundamental issues of the women’s liberation movement has […]
Look For The Good
It’s only been a few months since the Paris attacks and we find ourselves once again grieving for the families of loved ones lost in a terrorist attack. Even as the horrors unfolded, people jumped into action to help one another, offering shelter, transportation and aid to complete strangers by tweeting #OpenHouse and […]
Motivation Monday for the Start of Spring
“Either you run the day, or the day runs you.”- Jim Rohn It’s the first week of spring now: a time for renewal and growth. Take control of your day and get this week off to a great start. How are you going to spring into action and #MakeADifference?
Menstruation: Normal, Natural and Neglected
There exists a normal body function that affects the education, health and well-being of women all over the world, due to persisting taboos and lack of access to adequate supplies. It’s something that even in America, we’re often uncomfortable talking about: menstruation. Even in 2016, most women in India do not use sanitary products for […]
12 Steps for Gender Equality
The Guardian recently released a list of 12 steps we can take to achieve gender equality. One of the first things we can do is include women and girls in the discussion of policy-making. Other steps to take is to make education gender-sensitive and to encourage girls in technology and the sciences. Read […]