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World Cancer Day
The United States is a leader in the global effort to conquer cancer. The U.S. Department of State has several international projects underway that are focused on the prevention of specific cancers, notably breast and other women’s cancers.
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The History of Black Economic Empowerment – A Legacy of Struggle and Triumph
Each February, Black History Month honors the struggles and triumphs of millions of American citizens over the most devastating obstacles — slavery, prejudice, poverty — as well as their contributions to the nation’s cultural and political life.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau there are more than 41 million black residents in the United States, including those of more than one race. They make up 13.5 percent of the U.S. population.
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Presidential Proclamation — National African American History Month
African American history is an essential thread of the American narrative that traces our Nation’s enduring struggle to perfect itself. Each February, we recognize African American History Month as a moment to reflect upon how far we have come as a Nation, and what challenges remain.
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Statement by the United States Delegation to the Geneva Discussions
Geneva, Switzerland
January 28, 2010
The United States was pleased to participate in the ninth round of the Geneva Discussions. We welcome the Co-Chairs’ efforts to identify interim steps that can both improve the security situation on the ground and lay the groundwork for more far-reaching arrangements. One such step the Geneva Process has already [...]
Universal Periodic Review of Nicaragua – Statement by the United States
The United States notes with interest Nicaragua’s inclusion in its reporting on civil and political rights that the Office […]
U.S. Statement on the Universal Periodic Review of Qatar in the Human Rights Council
The United States remains concerned about the treatment and rights of migrant workers in Qatar, and we thus recommend […]
Presidential Proclamation — National African American History Month
African American history is an essential thread of the American narrative that traces our Nation’s enduring struggle to perfect […]
Latest News on Haiti- U.S. Statement at the Human Rights Council Special Session on HaitiAs in our humanitarian efforts now, and as we transition to reconstruction and rebuilding, the United States looks forward to working together with the international community and most importantly, with the government of Haiti to assist in its revitalization. […]
- Secretary of State Clinton Remarks With Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper After Their MeetingSecretary Clinton (Jan. 25): "We bear a responsibility to our taxpayers to assure that the money that our government commits will be well spent, transparently, and with results on the ground for the Haitian people." […]
- USAID Fact Sheet: Response to Haiti EarthquakeUSAID encourages cash donations because they allow aid professionals to procure the exact items needed (often in the affected region); reduce the burden on scarce resources (such as transportation routes, staff time, warehouse space, etc); can be transferred very quickly and without transportation costs; support the economy of the disaster-stricken region; a […]
- Defense Department Mobilizes to Save Lives and Ease Suffering in HaitiThis morning, the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson arrived outfitted with 19 helicopters, 51 hospital beds, three operating rooms, hundreds of thousands of gallons of water per day production capability and a significant capacity to deliver disaster-relief supplies. By the end of the weekend, 9,000 to 10,000 American servicemembers will in Haiti or afloat of […]
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