Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard Guest at
International Women of Courage Awards
While visiting the United States, Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard was an honored guest at the US State Department’s International Women of Courage Award ceremony.
[Julia Gillard, Australian Prime Minister]:
The International Women of Courage Awards recognizes courageous women from around the world who lead the way in championing empowerment and rights for women, despite facing oppression.
Among the award-winners to receive honors were lawyers, journalists, Internet bloggers, political and human rights activists, and Kyrgyzstan President Roza Otumbayeva.
The International Women of Courage Awards have been held since 2007, and has honored 38 women from 27 countries.
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