I was deeply heartened yesterday to find that Hillary Clinton (at her senate hearing to be confirmed as Secretary of State) mentioned the importance of investing in international women's development. Her heartfelt comments indicate that the incoming administration will implement a new foreign policy in which women's voices are valued, considered and supported. Very Exciting! Read key quotes- <a href="http://vitalvoicesonline.org/blog/2009/01/13/hillary-rodham-clinton-speaks-at-confirmation-hearings/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">click here</a>.

Northern America

Looking forward to a new US foreign policy that values and supports women globally

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