Monthly Archives: April 2013
The European Union’s Mariana Jacinto Believes in Youth Empowerment
Apr 30, 2013
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“The world needs you now, not when you’re perfect”. This quote makes me feel empowered to act. Like I can do anything. It is what gave me the confidence to apply to the G(irls)20 Summit 2013. And what a process …
Brazil’s Lara Caroline Ezequiel Shares Her View on the Economic Disparity Between Men and Women
Apr 25, 2013
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By Lara Caroline Ezequiel, Brazil Delegate 2013 I had to read the e-mail congratulating me for being selected to represent Brazil at the G(irls)20 Summit several times to believe that it was really true. A once in a lifetime opportunity …
Canada’s Morgane Richer La Fleche on the Importance of Getting Girls to Code
Apr 23, 2013
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As the G(irls)20 Summit in Moscow draws nearer, I am torn between overwhelming excitement and total awe. Excitement, because I can’t wait to put my thoughts and ideas into action and meet girls from all over the world with similar …
Workbay.net’s CEO Shares Her Take on the Power of Storytelling
Apr 18, 2013
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By: Mary Hayes, CEO, Workbay.net This week, three of my extended family members passed away, and nothing else mattered more than our family’s need and ability to communicate instantly as each new wave of loss overcame us. While travelling to …
Indonesia’s Putri Agustina Seeks Opportunities for Women Entrepreneurs
Apr 16, 2013
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By Putri Agustina Delegate representing Indonesia Each year, the G (irls) 20 Summit brings together one girl, aged 18-20, from each G20 country to look at the G20 Leaders agenda thru the lens of girls and women globally. Together, these …
The United Kingdom’s delegate, Elly Mawson, Seeks Explanation of Vocabulary Relating to Economic Matters.
Apr 11, 2013
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By Elly Mawson I am Elly Mawson, a self-employed childminder in the North East of England. The greatest economic challenge facing women in my community is not understanding the vocabulary or mathematical equations used when economic/financial matters are being discussed. …
Argentina’s Maria del Roserio Margarita Liuzzi Seeks Opportunities for Women Entrepreneurs
Apr 09, 2013
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By: Maria del Roserio Margarita Liuzzi Delegate representing Argentina In Argentina there is a lack of women in all occupations, including skilled trades and other non-traditional occupations – many of which are experiencing skills shortages. A skills shortage should be …
The African Union’s Soumaya Belaid Seeks Opportunity for Girls & Women
Apr 03, 2013
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By: Soumaya Belaid Each year, the G(irls)20 Summit brings together one girl, aged 18-20 from each G20 country to look at the G20 Leaders agenda to discuss and debate its themes. Not only the opportunity to debate some of the …