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Abandoning an abusive relationship
November 19, 2013
Abandoning an abusive relationship
Millions of women are physically, sexually or emotionally abused every year by someone they know and love, possibly their husband or partner. It happens to women of all ages, races, religions and income levels. Although abusive relationships are not limited to just woman and the female gender, the majority of abuse is usually instigated from men towards women.
Domestic abuse, also known as spous...
Art show calls attention to domestic violence
October 12, 2013
Art show calls attention to domestic violence
The Salus Project, an art initiative that aims to highlight various aspects of wellness, is seeking to bring awareness to domestic violence in its latest exhibition.
In partnership with Fujon Media and the Bahamas Crisis Centre, the exhibition and silent auction, entitled "Get Out", features the works of 10 artists and will raise funds for the crisis center.
"We are so excited to be involved with ...
U.S. Charg presents Missouri Sherman-Peter with The Bahamas' 2013 International Woman of Courage award
March 19, 2013
U.S. Charg presents Missouri Sherman-Peter with The Bahamas' 2013 International Woman of Courage award
NASSAU, Bahamas -- For the last seven years in honor of International Women's Day, the United States Government has asked its embassies around the world to nominate one female leader for the International Women of Courage Award. Each year, U.S. Embassy Nassau proudly recognizes a Bahamian female leader who has demonstrated perseverance in the struggle to address inequalities faced by women t...
Minister's Concern After two Deaths
February 19, 2013
Minister's Concern After two Deaths
Social Services Minister Melanie Griffin says she is very concerned about a "suicide trend" in the Bahamas and is urging people to take advantage of the help on offer.
One Billion Rising: Bahamas Rising
February 15, 2013
One Billion Rising: Bahamas Rising
On February 14, 2013 ? V-Day?s 15th anniversary ? activists, writers, thinkers, workers, students, poets, dancers, parliamentarians, mayors, state representatives, celebrities, and women and men in 200 countries come together to express their outrage, strike, dance, and RISE in defiance of the injustices women suffer, demanding an end at last to violence against women.
The same happen at Rawson...
January 24, 2013
Opening statement by Attorney General Bahamas Delegation at Universal Periodic Review
Mr. President, first of all, on behalf of my delegation, I congratulate you on your election as President of the Human Rights Council for this 7th cycle, and also to the members of the Bureau. Let me also extend sincere thanks and appreciation to Her Excellency Laura Dupuy Lasserre, former President, for her able leadership of the Council during the previous cycle.
Man Found Shot To Death
January 15, 2013
Man Found Shot To Death
A man was found shot to death behind a building near the intersection of Market Street and Wulff Road around 5:30 a.m. yesterday, police said.
Superintendent Paul Rolle, who heads the Central Detective Unit, said the man was shot multiple times to the upper body.
The Ultimate Friday Night Out Party
December 07, 2012
The Ultimate Friday Night Out Party
Stylish, smart, trendsetting and on-the-go women know that there's only one place to be tonight -- and that's at the little pink party. It's a trip into the world of all things fashionable and scrumptious to shop, sip, see, sample, snap, score, and squeeze all they can out of an event that is a style emporium.
October 09, 2012
Media personality, Debbie Bartlett named patron of final Beauties @ Brunch event
Nassau, Bahamas - Veteran journalist, Dr. Deborah Bartlett, CEO of Gems radio, life coach, author, and TV talk show host is lending her support as patron of the final Beauties @ Brunch event on October 14th at the Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort. The hallmark of the event is its celebration of fashion, beauty, sophistication, nation building, professionalism and poise showcased at premium venues wit...
Child Beauty Queen and Brownie of The Year Youngest Recipients Of Beauties At Brunch Awards
October 04, 2012
Child Beauty Queen and Brownie of The Year Youngest Recipients Of Beauties At Brunch Awards
At age six, a time when many youngsters are still trying to figure out two plus two, Lauryn Rolle was following in her mother?s footsteps as a successful model and was the owner of Drama Queens, Inc., a company she started as a result of being involved with Creative Wealth?s youth program. At five, actress and model Syngular Journee Brown was crowned Miss Petite Bahamas. Both youngsters graced the...
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