Posts Tagged ‘womens enews’
Nation of Islam Women Look Up and Out
The Nation of Islam has been dominated by men–including its controversial leader Louis Farrakhan–for most of its history. But that’s gradually changing, with women taking on prominent roles in the organization. Fourth in a series on religion.
(Women’s eNews, August 2, 2005)
Tags: ava muhammad, chicago, jeff fleischer, nation of islam, womens enews
Illinois Group Aims to Trim Maternal Health Gaps
Illinois maternal and infant mortality rates are declining but remain high for African Americans. Health advocates are planning to launch this fall European-style pilot programs that might narrow the gap and improve the city’s health profile.
(Women’s eNews, May 26, 2008)
Tags: chicago, health, illinois, infant mortality, jeff fleischer, reproductive health, womens enews
