2013 CAMPAIGN: Fistula FoundationThe Fistula Foundation helps women suffering from obstetric fistula as a result of obstructed labor during childbirth and lack of medical intervention. No woman should suffer a life of isolation and misery simply for trying to bring a child into the world. Learn more ... |
Mothers' Day Movement was founded by a small group of women inspired by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn's book, Half the Sky, which chronicles the oppression of women and girls in the developing world. We learned that with support and opportunity, women become empowered and their lives, the lives of their children and their communities are forever changed. In 2010, we learned that $14 billion is spent annually in the United States on Mother's Day celebrations on things such as flowers, cards and meals. We were astonished. Given the number of women and children suffering globally, and here at home, we believe it is time to rethink our giving priorities each Mother's Day. |
