A series of ads, developed as a creative idea for UN Women by Memac Ogilvy & Mather Dubai, uses genuine Google searches to reveal the widespread prevalence of sexism and discrimination against women. Based on searches dated 9 March, 2013 the ads expose negative sentiments ranging from stereotyping as well as outright denial of women's rights. "When we came across these searches, we were shocked by how negative they were and decided we had to do something with them," says Christopher Hunt, … [Read more...] about What Men and Women Should, Shouldn’t, Need To and Cannot
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Calling all men in PE to face your fiercest opponent yet…
“Where are the men in yoga?”. A question that has plagued yoga studios the world over and has come up strongly for me since opening my studio in Port Elizabeth. You certainly don’t open a yoga studio to meet men – even though the proposition of being proposed to on one hand rather than one knee is enticing. But to have a space such devoid of male energy is just scary. Yes – women tend to find yoga more accessible – they tend to have more flexibility and less tension (aka strength). Men are built … [Read more...] about Calling all men in PE to face your fiercest opponent yet…
Women need to be extra security conscious and safety savvy
Most people think of kicks and blocking punches when they hear the term self-defence; however, true self-defence begins long before any actual physical contact. As we celebrate women this August, a local security firm has appealed to the ladies to be extra security conscious and safety savvy. “Being aware of your surroundings and potential threats is the first and most effective line of defence,” said Martin Kriel, Managing Director of ADT Security’s East Coast Region. “Criminals rely on an … [Read more...] about Women need to be extra security conscious and safety savvy
SA Women Sevens training camp in Port Elizabeth
The most promising women's Sevens talent in South Africa have assembled in Port Elizabeth today for a training camp and series of trial matches in preparation for the upcoming IRB Women's Sevens World Series. The inaugural Women's Series kicks off in Dubai at the end of November and the South Africans will be one of 12 teams participating at the historic event. A national training group of 15 players will continue with their Dubai preparations at the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University … [Read more...] about SA Women Sevens training camp in Port Elizabeth
Jacqui Holmes – BWA Finalist in the Emerging Entrepreneur Category
The Port Elizabeth Businesswomens Association recently recognised outstanding local businesswomen with awards in the corporate, professional, social entrepreneur, emerging entrepreneur and entrepreneur categories. These were awarded on 5 June 2012. Glen Meyburgh from local Video Production House, Imagio filmed the nominees before the awards ceremony. The snippet below is one of those screened during the awards ceremony. Finalist in the Emerging Entrepreneur Category was Jacqui … [Read more...] about Jacqui Holmes – BWA Finalist in the Emerging Entrepreneur Category
Sandra Perks – BWA Finalist in the Professional Category
The Port Elizabeth Businesswomens Association recently recognised outstanding local businesswomen with awards in the corporate, professional, social entrepreneur, emerging entrepreneur and entrepreneur categories. These were awarded on 5 June 2012. Glen Meyburgh from local Video Production House, Imagio filmed the nominees before the awards ceremony. The snippet below is one of those screened during the awards ceremony. Finalist in the Professional Category was Sandra Perks. Professor … [Read more...] about Sandra Perks – BWA Finalist in the Professional Category
Marolien Schmidt – BWA Finalist in the Professional Category
The Port Elizabeth Businesswomens Association recently recognised outstanding local businesswomen with awards in the corporate, professional, social entrepreneur, emerging entrepreneur and entrepreneur categories. These were awarded on 5 June 2012. Glen Meyburgh from local Video Production House, Imagio filmed the nominees before the awards ceremony. The snippet below is one of those screened during the awards ceremony. Finalist in the Professional Category was Marolien … [Read more...] about Marolien Schmidt – BWA Finalist in the Professional Category
Kay Hardy – BWA Finalist in the Corporate Category
The Port Elizabeth Businesswomens Association recently recognised outstanding local businesswomen with awards in the corporate, professional, social entrepreneur, emerging entrepreneur and entrepreneur categories. These were awarded on 5 June 2012. Glen Meyburgh from local Video Production House, Imagio filmed the nominees before the awards ceremony. The snippet below is one of those screened during the awards ceremony. Finalist in the Corporate Category was Kay Hardy. General Manager … [Read more...] about Kay Hardy – BWA Finalist in the Corporate Category
Nicky Roote – BWA Professional Category Winner
The Port Elizabeth Businesswomens Association recently recognised outstanding local businesswomen with awards in the corporate, professional, social entrepreneur, emerging entrepreneur and entrepreneur categories. These were awarded on 5 June 2012. Glen Meyburgh from local Video Production House, Imagio filmed the nominees before the awards ceremony. The snippet below is one of those screened during the awards ceremony. The winner in the Professional Category was Nicky Roote. Nicky … [Read more...] about Nicky Roote – BWA Professional Category Winner
Madele Ferreira – BWA Entrepreneur Category Winner Interview
The Port Elizabeth Businesswomens Association recently recognised outstanding local businesswomen with awards in the corporate, professional, social entrepreneur, emerging entrepreneur and entrepreneur categories. These were awarded on 5 June 2012. Glen Meyburgh from local Video Production House, Imagio filmed the nominees before the awards ceremony. The snippet below is one of those screened during the awards ceremony. The winner in the Entrpreneur Category was Madele Ferreira who is the … [Read more...] about Madele Ferreira – BWA Entrepreneur Category Winner Interview
Lynn Erasmus – BWA Emerging Entrepreneur Category Winner Interview
The Port Elizabeth Businesswomens Association recently recognised outstanding local businesswomen with awards in the corporate, professional, social entrepreneur, emerging entrepreneur and entrepreneur categories. These were awarded on 5 June 2012. Glen Meyburgh from local Video Production House, Imagio filmed the nominees before the awards ceremony. The snippet below is one of those screened during the awards ceremony. The winner in the Emerging Entrepreneur Category was Lynn … [Read more...] about Lynn Erasmus – BWA Emerging Entrepreneur Category Winner Interview
Dr Marietjie van der Merwe – BWA Social Entrepreneur Category Winner Interview
The Port Elizabeth Businesswomens Association recently recognised outstanding local businesswomen with awards in the corporate, professional, social entrepreneur, emerging entrepreneur and entrepreneur categories. These were awarded on 5 June 2012. Glen Meyburgh from local Video Production House, Imagio filmed the nominees before the awards ceremony. The snippet below is one of those screened during the awards ceremony. The winner in the Social Entrepreneur Category was Dr Marietjie van … [Read more...] about Dr Marietjie van der Merwe – BWA Social Entrepreneur Category Winner Interview
Sam Venter – BWA Corporate Category Winner Interview
The Port Elizabeth Businesswomens Association recently recognised outstanding local businesswomen with awards in the corporate, professional, social entrepreneur, emerging entrepreneur and entrepreneur categories. These were awarded on 5 June 2012. Glen Meyburgh from local Video Production House, Imagio filmed the nominees before the awards ceremony. The snippet below is one of those screened during the awards ceremony. The winner in the Corporate Category was Samantha Venter. Sam is the … [Read more...] about Sam Venter – BWA Corporate Category Winner Interview
Get Ready for the Biggest East Cape Road Race
The Eastern Cape's biggest road race, the SPAR Women's 10km Challenge, is all set to hit the streets of Port Elizabeth on Saturday, May 5. The local event, which forms part of a five-race national Grand Prix series, attracted over 11 000 participants last year and organisers are anticipating a similar response in 2012. "The SPAR Women's Challenge series is the biggest of its kind in the world," said SPAR Eastern Cape marketing manager Martin Webber. "It's also the country's third largest … [Read more...] about Get Ready for the Biggest East Cape Road Race
The Monstrous Crime of Violence Against Women – The Story of Alice in Monster Land
Statistics recording domestic violence, rape and child abuse are exceedingly under reported crimes and are consequently 'hidden' from public scrutiny as a result. The reason for under reporting are diverse with many complex social, economic and legal elements including the source and reporting authority contributing to the notoriously understatement of violence against women. The appalling result of this under reporting is the frequency of abuse is most likely very much higher than the … [Read more...] about The Monstrous Crime of Violence Against Women – The Story of Alice in Monster Land
