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For Immediate Release UN Women National Committee Canada to Celebrate International Women’s Day at Lioness Gala TORONTO, ONTARIO March 4, 2014 -- Almas Jiwani, President of UN Women National Committee Canada, will deliver the keynote address at the Lioness Glam Gala 2014, as the Lionesses champion the cause for UN Women’s programmes with a fundraiser. The event takes place March 27, at The Grand Luxe Event Boutique, Toronto. International Womens Day is celebrated on March 8 each year and the theme for 2014 is, “Equality for Women is Progress for All.” “As we celebrate, let all contributions made be seen as investments in addressing the many critical issues facing women and girls. Violence against women and girls is only one issue at the heart of gender inequality and it continues to impede progress in societies around the world,” Ms. Jiwani said. Jenny Katkova-Brown, Founder of Lioness Womans Club said, “The Lioness Womans Club acknowledges the work of the UN Women National Committee Canada and is proud to host the fundraiser in support of efforts that will address the growing concern of gender inequality in Canada and around the world.” The gala will include Silent and Live Art Auctions and Designer Couture Fashion ShowCase. About UN Women National Committee Canada UN Women National Committee Canada is an independent non-governmental organization. We support the mission of UN Women through our public awareness initiatives about UN Women and global womens issues, and fundraising efforts to support UN Women programmes worldwide. Currently, there are National Committees for UN Women in 17 countries. unwomen.org About Lioness Womans Club Lioness Woman’s Club aims to achieve a meaningful, fulfilling existence that goes beyond the financial stability and professional success. Their philosophy is about embracing our Femininity, enhancing our Pride, expanding our Minds, enjoying Success, indulging in the beauty of the Arts, and connecting in the spirit of Loyalty! Contact Information UN Women National Committee Canada Communications Yazmin Sanghera Phone: 613-234-8252 x 103 Email: [email protected] Email:[email protected] Website: unwomencanada.org Lioness Woman’s Club Phone: (416) 661-4487 Email: info@lionesswomansclub Website: lionesswomansclub
Posted on: Fri, 07 Mar 2014 21:10:40 +0000

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