First lady Jill Biden is hosting a White House ceremony honoring “women of courage” from around the world. Monday's event includes, among others, a lawyer from Myanmar, a former political prisoner from Belarus, a disability rights advocate from Afghanistan and a teacher from Ecuador.
First lady Jill Biden listens to women discuss their concerns about gun violence, reproductive rights and other topics at Eat restaurant in downtown Las Vegas Saturday, March 2, 2024. The event was part of a nationwide program to organize and mobilize female voters.
hosted a White House ceremony on Monday for “women of courage” who have fought political repression, sexual violence, economic hardship and gender discrimination around the world. “You’ve spoken out for yourselves and for others in the face of fear and risk, and those who have tried to steal your voices away,” Biden said.Twelve women received the awards, which were distributed by the U.S. Department of State. It was the 18th year the awards have been given out. Among the honorees were a lawyer from Myanmar, a former political prisoner from Belarus, a disability rights advocate from Afghanistan and a teacher from Ecuador., was not able to attend because she was not allowed to leave her home country of Cuba. She’s faced detention and harassment during her decades of advocacy for human rights and political freedom. “Marta may not be able to be with us today in person, but we want her to know all of us are with her every single day,” said Secretary of State. The women were among 222 political prisoners who were released a year ago and they now live in the U.S.
Please follow us on Google to support us United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
White Politician Tells NAACP Her White Father Was a White SlaveSince 2007, Jezebel has been the Internet's most treasured source for everything celebrities, sex, and politics...with teeth.
Read more »
Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt Jill Biden's 'Women for Biden-Harris' tourAlex Tabet is a 2024 NBC News campaign embed.
Read more »
Maria Shriver among First Lady Jill Biden's guests at State of the Union addressFormer first lady of California Maria Shriver is among the 20 guests of First Lady Jill Biden headed to the US Capitol Thursday evening as President Joe Biden is set to deliver his State of the Union address.
Read more »
Protesters Blocked Traffic Outside White House Before Biden’s State of the Union'We’re horrified at our morally bankrupt President,' said one activist who was part of the blockade.
Read more »
‘Hello Delco' Joe Biden brought 2024 reelection message to Philly suburbsPresident Joe Biden and first lady Dr. Jill Biden were in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, for a March 8, 2024 campaign event.
Read more »
Jill Biden, Maria Shriver Photo Goes Viral'Two of the best examples of women who always, always lead in the best possible way!' one person posted to social media.
Read more »