It's smart to invest in women

Sun, 03/09/2008 11:15 AM  |  Headlines

ADPARA>"Invest in Women and Girls," the theme of this year's International Women's Day, is generally interpreted as a call for financial assistance. But there are many other ways in which women can be empowered.

In rural districts, women are in weak positions, even when it comes to deciding where and how they will give birth. In one South Sulawesi district, however, traditional birthing attendants are being incorporated into health teams, providing women with more comprehensive care. The Jakarta Post's Emmy Fitri visited Takalar district late last month.

-- Life section

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Last updated: Tuesday, July 8, 2008 4:51 PM

No.ProvinceGoldSilverBronzeTotal
1. East Java 18 12 8 38
2. East Kalimantan 13 13 12 38
3. West Java 11 13 14 38
4. DKI Jakarta 11 11 13 35
5. North Sumatra 6 3 1 10
6. Central Java 4 10 8 22
7. Lampung 4 4 1 9
8. DI Yogyakarta 4 2 2 8
9. South Sulawesi 3 1 0 4
10. South Sumatra 2 2 3 7