Month: November 2013

THAILAND: Anti-Trafficking Measures Prove Controversial

November 1, 2013

By Ruxandra Guidi on October 21, 2013— “Twenty-eight-year-old Mai has been a sex worker in Chiang Mai for a decade now. Originally from Burma, she previously worked as a domestic helper, a dishwasher, and baker but says none of these jobs allowed her to make as much money as she does now. “There are good … More THAILAND: Anti-Trafficking Measures Prove Controversial

REGISTER FREE NOW! “Girl Rising” Film Showing on Nov. 17 at Intiman Theater

November 1, 2013

Wells Fargo Washington Women’s Roundtable presents Girl Rising. Girl Rising is a groundbreaking film, directed by Academy Award nominee Richard Robbins, which tells the stories of 9 extraordinary girls from 9 countries, written by 9 celebrated writers and narrated by 9 renowned actresses. Girl Rising showcases the strength of the human spirit and the power of education … More REGISTER FREE NOW! “Girl Rising” Film Showing on Nov. 17 at Intiman Theater