Archive for June, 2012
Philippine Judiciary: The Dawning of a New Era?
June 6, 2012
The Philippine Judiciary is on edge. Five months of rigorous scrutiny by the public and media as a result of the trial of impeached Chief Justice Renato Corona created a high degree of expectation that major reforms are forthcoming.
Topics: Corruption | Governance | Law
Countries: Philippines
Religious Leaders and Women’s Rights in Afghanistan
June 6, 2012
In a recent Asia Foundation staff meeting in Kabul announcing staff performance awards and commendations, an unexpected name was called out. Unlike other staff, Muhammad Aman was not being acknowledged for accomplishments in his direct line of duty.
Topics: Conflict and Fragile Conditions | Education | Governance | Washington DC | Women's Empowerment
Countries: Afghanistan
Keep Educating Afghanistan’s Girls
June 6, 2012
Afghan women and girls have fought hard to achieve advances in education, political participation, and economic independence. Now, a decade after Taliban rule kept girls home, nearly 3 million girls attend school, compared to just 5,000 in 2001…
Topics: Conflict and Fragile Conditions | Education | Women's Empowerment
Countries: Afghanistan
Lotus Circle Honors National Geographic Work in Afghanistan
June 6, 2012
On June 7, The Asia Foundation and the Lotus Circle honored a decade-long partnership with National Geographic working to improve the lives of girls in Afghanistan through education. The partnership began in 2002 after photographer Steve McCurry rediscovered the iconic “girl with the green eyes” he had once photographed for a National Geographic cover. She [...]
Topics: Education | Women's Empowerment
Countries: Afghanistan