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International Women’s Day: A fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work
Tuesday 8 March marks the 100th year of International Women’s Day. This year, celebrations focus on education and training for women.
Of the world’s poorest billion people, 70 per cent are women and girls. Education and training are vital so they can get a job and provide for their families.
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Tell the UK government: "Don't water down the Bribery Act"
On Monday, Justice Secretary Kenneth Clarke signalled that the implementation of the Bribery Act would be put on hold due to lobbying by the business community.
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Cancun Agreements save the process but leave a lot to do in Durban
After some tense final hours of negotiation, the world has a new agenda on climate change in the form of the 'Cancun Agreements'. Whilst not perfect,it's a stepping stone towards a legally binding deal in next year’s talks in Durban.
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Equality is essential if we are to tackle poverty, and both men and women are part of the solution
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The women at COMUCAP own their own land and have formed six co-operatives making orange and raspberry wines, aloe vera soap, shampoo and organic coffee
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An orange-wine making cooperative supported by CAFOD partner COMAL is improving the lives of its members and bringing new opportunities for their children.
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Regivaldo Pereira da Silva was left stranded in the Amazon rainforest for six months by his employers. When he went to claim his wages, he was accused of being a thief and thrown in jail
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Deputy Prime Minister commends CAFOD campaigning in Sheffield
Deputy Prime Minister and MP for Sheffield Nick Clegg made a special appearance at Notre Dame High School last Friday.
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We can’t walk away from Darfur
CAFOD's Antony Mahoney visits partners providing a much-needed lifeline to people affected by the long-running crisis in Darfur
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CAFOD director Chris Bain explains why, wherever we put our cross on the ballot paper this election, we must look for a vision of a future based on the common good.
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