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�FIRST LADY HILLARY ROD HAM CLINTON
VITAL. VOICES CONFERENCE
MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY
OCTOBER 2, 1998
�It is a great honor and privilege to be here in Uruguay, and to join
all of you -- the vital voices of thy Americas. The voices of the four
conference participants that we just heard represent the extraordinary
intelligence, enthusiasm and diversity of the people who have come
together for this histbric conference.
I want to thank you, Mrs. Sanguinetti -- for your warm
hospitality. This is my first visit to your beautiful country, and you and
the President have made me feel so at home even in these few short
days.· I also want to expresss my great appreciation to the Conference's
co-sponsor, the Inter~Ainericari Development Bank.:.._ and its president,
Enrique Iglesias [Ih-GLAY-see-us]. He has done so much to place the
women of this hemisphere at the very center of the bank's development
policies-- and I've had the pleasure of working with him to promote
micro credit and to battle against domestic violence -- which he rightly
recognizes is not only a crime -- but an obstacle to economic growth. I
also want to recognize Myra (MY-RAH) Buvinic (BU-VIN-ICH), who
has been such a powerful and effective advocate at the IDB for women,
and who has collaborated so closely on this Vital Voices conference.
And special thanks to Theresa Loar -- who headed our US
government team --: and who continues to make "vital voices". an
effective foreign policy tooL
�This Vital Voices conference brings together women leaders from
all the democracies of the western hemisphere. Leaders in business;
non governmental organizations; and trade unions; from small villages
and bustling cities; . mayors and cabinet officials. Many who suffered
under brutal dictatorships; but were in the forefront of the struggles to
end repression, prot,ect human rights, and restore democracy.
Now we face· new challenges. How do we ensure that democracy
and free market economies produce better lives for all people, especially
the poor and marginaJized? How do we create conditions in which
women are equipped with the ·tools of opportunity to become full
participants in their societies? How do we bolster society and its
institutions?
Our countries may be at different stages of political and economic
development, but we are all searching for ariswers to questions such as
these. And we share a belief: that a nation's progr~ss depends on the
progress of women; that the strength ofdemocracy depends on the
inclusion of women; that the vibrancy of an economy depends on the
hard work of women; that the richness of civil society depends on the
full participation of women; that human rights are women's rights; and
that women's rights are human rights.
At this conference - in workshops, over coffee, and in the hallways
--you've been talking with each other about how to achieve progress in
three broad areas: First by expanding women's political participation in
public life. Second, by strengthening the rule oflaw; and third, by
promoting women's access to economic opportunity.
�We've all come here to share strategies that work; to make action
plans; and to forge partnerships in each of these three areas.
Today, we see the frUits of your labors in opening the doors of
political participation.
Throughout the Americas, we have gained the peace and stability
that so many have sought for so long. While some countries have long
established democracies -- others have just recently moved from
repressive, authoritarian government to free and democratic societies.
And as a result, women and girls are beginning to expand their
opportunities. and to move ahead as equal partners in the economic,
social, and political lives of their countries. ·
But the gains we have made in political participation could not
have happened without women -- some of them here, ~orne known,
many unknown -- who have lifted liP their voices when others were
silent; who have organized in their workplaces.-- often at great risk to
themselves; and who have taken on the responsibilities of leadership,
and the challenges of elected office.
Their voices inspire us.
A senator from Brazil -- the granddaughter of a slave -- who
worked within the Catholic church on behalf of workers -- and who .
became her country's first black woman senator;
A mother from a small town. in Peru -- who when elected mayor -developed projects to protect women's rights; and created training
workshops for women so they could increase their family incomes
�without leaving their homes.
A grandmother of the Plaza de Mayo in Argentina, who refused to
bend under the brutality of the generals -- and who kept her eyes on the
plight of her nation's grand children.
These women -- and so many others among you -- have helped
open doors, and improved conditions for women across the continent.
These stories reflect the. enormous potential of women to make a
difference.
Today, more than at any other time in history, we must not only
raise our own voices -- but empower others to raise theirs as well. It's
time not only to gain the tools of opportunity ourselves -- but to make
them available to all citizens across the hemisphere. It's time to take
stock of where we are-- but more importantly, to work together and take
the next steps toward full equality.
I know that Vital Voices is building upon the work done by and for
women-- including the Women's Leadership Conference of the
Americas' impressive report on the condition of women in the
Americas today.
�This report confirms what we've always known --: that while
many governments, organizations, and individual citizens acknowledge
the importance of women's political participation in informal ways -women are still blocked from formalizing that role in positions of
government leadership or elected office. W otnen make up half of the
electorate or more in most countries of our hemisphere -- yet our
representation in government and elected office rarely exceeds 10%.
And when women are elected -- they often work at the outskirts of the
centers of power.
Yesterday, I met with the women's political network here in
Montevideo. And I want to thank Gloria Robaina [Row-bah-EE-nuh]
for introducing me to this remarkable group of women leaders. They
broke through the traditional barriers of party and ideology, to pursue a
common agenda for women's rights and opportunities. "We grew to
realize" said one of the network founders -- "that what unites us is far
more important than what differentiates us." That lesson needs to be
replicated in every country represented here today. The women of
Uruguay have sho'Yn the way to find common ground in our
commitment to justice, equality, and women's rights.
�Today-- because of women like you-- the once·closed doors of
decision making and elected leadership are being pried open. More and
more of your countries now require a minimun1level of women's
participation in local and national ele.ctions. Others have created
agencies to promote women and family public policies. Some programs
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are now seeking to increase the pool of qualified women to compete for
leadership positions -- while others help women exercise effective
leadership once they are elected or p:rbmoted.
These changes are having an impressive impact. By 1996.-- all but
two countries in Latin America had at least one cabinet member; in
Colombia, over a third ofthe cabinet positions are held by women. And
while women are still vastly under represented in legislative assemblies
-- there are signs of progress. In the Bahamas - women fill as many as
33 percent of the senate seats. And in Argentina, as the results of a new
law-- women's representation in the lower house of congress is 28% -the eighth highest in the world ..
If those nations can assure women that level of women's
participation -- then the United States -- and (~very country here -- can
do the same.
Strengthening the rule of law is the second major challenge that we
.face together here. There may be general agreement that women deserve
equal rights under the law -- but too often, there are no laws to protect
�those rights, and too o ften, when there are laws, they are are not
enforced. If you're a poor woman-- you are even less likely to gain
access to the justice system, and more ·likely to have your legal tights
ignored or abused.
We have learned that when the rule of law becomes effective;.
when judges are independent; when due proc~~ss is respected; when
impunity no longer exists-- then the rights of all citizens are
strengthened -- especially women. And when women are prosecutors,
and when women are judges, then they insure these issues become
recognized as fundamental to the rights of all citizens.
And their voices inspire us.
The first woman to sit on Haiti's supreme court helped draft the
decree abolishing gender inequality.
The female director of the Inter-American Institute for Human
Rights launched a gender equity program when she was a leading Costa
Rican jurist.
·
The work that many of you have done as leaders both inside and
outside your governments is making a difference. More and more
governments are creating or improving laws that protect and support
women. Governments also are reforming their penal codes and pas.sing
anti discrimination legislation. But some of the most dramatic progress
is being made in the area of domestic violence. Twelve Latin American
countries have adopted new laws making don1estic violence a crime.
Enforcement has been stepped up; prison sentences extended. There are
�now special police stations for women; shelters and counseling centers;
and training courses for law enforcement officials and judges.
Yesterday, I met with professionals here in Montevideo who are
working with victims and perpetrators of domestic violence.
We can no longer accept domestic ·violence as cultural; we must
condemn it for the crime that it is.
Our actions to strengthen the rule of law are essential if we are to
. achieve the Summit of the America's goal of full equality by the year
2002. There are those who say that is an ambitious goal. I say that we
must accept nothing less .
.Opening up economic opportunities for women is our third
priority. That means equal access to education and health care.
While women contribute enormously to the economic growth of
their countries -- both inside and outside the home, work inside the
·home is not even counted in a country's GNP-- and wage
discrimination at the workplace is the norm. Women in Latin America
receive salaries far below men's -:--and my country is not much better.
And women who work in the informal sector ~·- as so many do -- have no
formal benefits -- and even less security. Working women have never
had the rights and opportunities and benefits that men have traditionally
held. If we can't right those inequities -- we not only diminish the
extraordinary contributions women make to their families and
communities. We block the ongoing progress and vibrancy of the
economies of their nations as well.
I've often said that if all the women of the world stopped working
for an hour, all the world's economies would collapse!
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Today --micro enterprise· loans are expanding with support from
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international and bilateral donors and non governmental organizations. ·
USAID and IDB programs already are reaching well over a million
women in the hemisphere. And commercial banks need to join these
efforts to provide loans to women to enable them to become financially
self sufficient, and to gain the confidence to participate more fully in the .
economic and political life of their countries.
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Their voices inspire us.
A rural woman in El Salvador -- who overcame low expectations.
of herself and others to tum her roadside tortilla stand into a profitable
business-- with the·help of a $46 loan. And who-- after having been
elected president of her village bank group-- said "courage is half of
life."
A woman organizer at a banana plantation, who has stood up to
death threats to lead and inspire her co-workers -- who have been
locked out of their jobs because their company doesn't recognize their
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Just recently, the women maquila workers in Nicaragua
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successfully lobbied for a new code of ethics -,- which ensures equal pay,
regular medical examinations, training prograrns, and social security
benefits.
And here at this conference, we are building on their progress, and
producing real partnerships that will strengthen democracies and
improve the lives of women throughout the hemisphere. Today, I'm
pleased to announce that our government.-- through USAID -- will
· commit $50 million to support the common goals of this Conference and
the Summit of tlie America to strengthen human rights, justice and
. democracy. That agency is also increasing its loans to micro enterprises
across the Americas to $120 million over the next three years--. with
over two thirds of those loans going to women.
Our Small Business Administration -- which has done so much to
promote micro-enterprise in the United States -- has created an on line
Women's busine~s Center -- offering training and support and research
for women to start and expand their businesses. Today-- SBA is
unveiling the Spanish version of this website -- so that millions of
women across this hemisphere -- and around the world -- can also access
this information. You can log on right outside this· conference room,
and see how valuable that new service can be to you.
Because of this conference, the Discovery Channel, the Foreign
Ministry of Argentina, a~d and the Global Foundation in Buenos Aires
have come together to make sure that your .voices are heard well beyond
this conference. They will do this through a series of "Vital Voices"
public service announcements on issues raised here at this conference.
Tomorrow, you will have the opportunity to shape these messages that
will be broadcast throughout the hemisphere.
Another important partnership is taking place. IBM Uruguay will ·
provide computer and Internet training sessions for women in this
�country to help them access new opportunities in the information age.·
They will also work with their counterparts throughout the Americas to
expand this program.
Tomorrow you will have an opportunity for hands on media and
political training workshops sponsored by USAID, with· Partners of the
Americas and League of Women Voters, and USIA through Women's
Campaign International. And I know your diverse delegations will take
these ideas and strategies and new partnerships home. And that you
will work together to use them to elevate the priorities of women in
And that you will make this network of .
every one of your countries.
vital voices an ongoing hemispheric initiative.
And I promise that our government will continue to partner with
you in this critical effort ..
This. is a time of unparalleled opportuni~y --but also great risk.
. Women around the world are striving to. find their rightful place in
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society. If we continue to ensure women's voices are heard in the city
halls and boardrooms and at the highest circles of political. power; if we
continue to give women the opportunity to take responsibility for their
own lives;. if we continue to remind the world -- over and over again -that these are not women's issues -- but societies concerns -- then
surely, we will see the fruits ofdemocracy and prosperity spread more
widely and deeply than ever before. But as an early Uruguayan women
leader, Dr. Paulina Luisi, one~ said: "We shall not reach the radiant
mo~nt toward which our eyes are fixed today. But on the ground we are .
breaking, our daughters will march to victory."
�FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
REMARKS TO THE FIRST LADY'S CONFERENCE
SANTIAGO, CHILE
SEPTEMBER 30, 1998
�,
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Thank you, Veronica (Baraona) for your kind introduction -- and for the
remarkable job you've done to pull this Conference together. My friend, Mrs. Frei;
First Ladies; special envoys of the hemisphere; distinguished guests; members of
the US delegation -- including Aida Alvarez -- Administrator of the Small Business
Administration. It's a pleasure to be back here in Chile-- and to join all of you for
the eighth Conference of Wives ofHeads of States and Governments of the
Americas. It is particularly fitting that we meet here in Santiago -- the site of the
Second Summit of the Americas-- which I attended with my husband only a few
months ago. Many of you helped define the Summits's priorities on women and
children-- and it's those commitments-- made by our nations' leaders-- that we
seek to reinforce here today.
Before I begin -- I would like to say to our friends in the Caribbean how our
thoughts and prayers have been with you, as you deal with the terrible aftermath of
Hurricane Georges .. I have just come from a relief mission in Puerto Rico, and saw
how communities are already rebuilding their lives arid their homes. And I'm
pleased that my government has been able to contribute to relief efforts in that
country and throughout the Caribbean.
This is the fourth Conference of First Ladies of the Americas I've had the
honor to attend. And I'm pleased to see so many familiar faces -·- and many new
ones. And as.always, I'm reminded that no matter what country we're from; or
what beliefs we hold; or what language we speak -- that we all share common
concerns -- and common hopes for the future.
That belief in the power of women to make a difference was at the heart of
United Nations Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing-- which I attended
in 1995. There, women from every comer of the globe came together to draw
attention to the plight of women and children. And what that Conference made
undeniably clear -- and what we all know from experience and history -- is that
democracy and prosperity cannot be attained -- or sustained -- in countries that do
not value women as full and equal partners in society. ·
�The wave of energy and optimism released at that meeting has begun to
transform lives everywhere. Governments are being held to the commitments they
made, and grassroots action is igniting reform in every cprner of the globe. I have
seen these changes occurring first hand, from Senegal to South Africa, from
America to Australia, from Eastern Europe to China. And I have seen the
impressive progress being made here in the Americas.
This morning, throughout the Americas, there are more girls sitting at their
desks in a classroom; more mothers visiting health care clinics, and getting the
care they need for themselves and their babies; more women running their own
businesses, and gaining greater economic independence; more children who are
growing up healthy and strong; more women wh<? are now protected against
violence in their homes-- than ever before in our history ..
I have also watched democracy taking hold throughout the hemisphere -- as
every country but one has embraced the democratic ideals that we all aspire to.
And women have played significant roles in those hard-fought victories as well.
Yet as you heard from the distinguished speakers yesterday, we must still
overcome great obstacles to ensure every one of our citizens has access to health
care, and education, and economic opportunities, and is able to participate. fully in
the political life of their nations. And one of the greatest .barriers in our path to
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equality is that women still do not hold enough positions of authority, and
· · leadership, and power.
Women's participation in decision making lags behind their gains in
education, their contributions to the workforce; and their participation in grassroots
organizations. Yet we can see -- all around us -- the positive impact that women
leaders can have on the everyday lives of citizens.
�There are many such examples throughout our hemisphere. A woman mayor
in a small town in Peru, who has promoted projects to protect children's rights, and
created occupational workshops to encourage women to increase their family
incomes without leaving their homes. A woman senator in the Dominican
Republic -- whose courageous voice helped pass a strong law against domestic
violence in 1997. A young woman from Medellin, Colombia, who ran for mayor
on a peace platform in one of the most violent areas of her country-- and is now
helping to heal those divisions ..
And we all know about the extraordinary leadership roles that Janet J agan -Guyana's president-- and Violeta Chamorro --of Nicaragua-- have played in
improving the lives of women and children in their riation, ~d opening up greater
· freedoms and opportunities to all their citizens.
Today, more and more governments here and around the world are coming
to realize that democracy can't succeed unless women's voices are heard; unless
women are given the opportunity to.take responsibility for their own lives; unless
all citizens are able to participate fully in the life of their counties. More and .
more leaders now understand that investing in the he:alth, education and the
empowerment of women is as critical to a vibrant democracy as are issues like
trade, diplomacy, and national security .
. As a result, governments across our hemisphere have begun to unlock the
once closed doors· of decision making and elected leadership that have constrained
women's progress and potential for so long. Today, a growing number of countries
require a minimum level of women's participation in local and national election·s.
Others-- particularlysince the Beijing conference-- have created agencies to
promote women and family public policies. Some programs are now seeking to .
increase the pool of qualified women to compete for leadership positions ..:_ while
others help women exercise effective leadership once they are elected or promoted.
�The impact of these new laws-- combined with a·greater political will
are even now being felt at every level of government. And I must (ldmit -- many
countries have gone much farther than my own to boost the percentage of women
representatives and leaders ..
By 1996 -- all but two countries in Latin America had at least one woman
cabinet member. (In Columbia -- over a third of the Cabinet positions are held by
women.) And while women are still vastly under represented in legislative
assemblies -- there are signs of progress. In the Bahamas -- women fill as many as
33 percent of the senate seats. in Argentina-- as a result of a new law-- women's.
representation in the lower house of congress is 28% -- the eighth highest in the
world. The numbers of women mayors is also growing -- and throughout the
.hemisphere -- more women are serving as judges, and agency heads, and in other
leadership roles in government.
Such progress reflects not only new laws.-- but important social changes as
· well: more women are getting an education, and joining the workforce. And
deeply-held attitudes against women's participation in public life are changing,
slowly but surely.
I am pleased that my country is. working with all of you to further this
· progress. After this session -- I'm joining Mrs. Frei in a signing ceremony of two
programs-- funded by USAID ~-that will support initiatives across the Americas
to nurture strong local leadership -- including women -- and will help countries
more effectively pursue the goals of the Summit-- throughjoint.training programs
here in Chile. These partnerships-- as well as a major donation by Merck
Pharmaceutical company-:- that will donate 5,000 medical guides and help educate
rural women about their health -- are proof that the commitments made at the
Summit of the Americas earlier this year are being taken seriously.
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Even as we celebrate these steps forward -- and the remarkable
accomplishments of the women who have gained those positions of power and
influence --: we know how far we have yet to go. When women are elected -- they
still tend to exercise leadership at the outskirts of the centers of power. They are not
adequately represented in party leadership positions. And while women make up
one third of the formal labor force in this region·-- they are not adequately
represented in union leadership -- or in the corporate boardrooms.
As we all know, building a better future for women, men, children and
families is not just the opportunity of governments -·· it is the responsibility of all
of us. Tomorrow-- I will travel to Montivideo, Uruguay, and participate in the
"Vital Voices" conference-- where women representing grass roots organizations
from across the Americas are coming together to build networks; learn lessons;
and lift up their voices -- and their power -- on behalf of these same priorities we
are speaking about here, at this conference.
Today-- our work together is more urgent than ever before. We live in an
increasingly interdependent world-- where our economies-- our security-:- our
very futures --are inextricably tied to each other. It's a time of unparalleled
opportunity-- but also of great risk. Those among us who enjoy the opportunities
of education, health care, jobs, credit, and legal and political rights are flourishing
in this new global economy. Those without such opportunities-- too often women
and children -- are lagging further and further behind.
It's up to all of us to eliminate those inequities-- and bridge those gaps.
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This year, we commit ourselves to continue the work we have begun -- such
as eradicating measles, and reducing still too high rates of maternal mortality
throughout the hemisphere -- and working with our partners in international
organizations like PAHO. But we also commit ourselves to new initiatives -- such
. as efforts to make our region's schools places to promote child and family health;
to ensure rural women are not left behind; and to celebrate the 50th anniversary of
the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by .joining the UN campaign to
denounce all forms of violence against women --.including domestic violence.
One of Chile's great novelists? Maria Louisa Bombal -- once said: "What is
difficult is not to conceive of a work, but rather to build and elaborate upon it." I
want to thank all of you here today for what you have already done -- and will
continue to do -.. to build and elaborate upon our nations' commitments to lift up
the lives of women and children throughout our hemisphere.
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FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
TALIGNG POINTS FOR PUERTO RICAN DISASTER RELIEF
PUERTO RICO
SEPTEMBER 28, 1998
•
Thank you, Governor Rosello [ROSAY-YO]. I'm very pleased to
finally be in Puerto Rico. The President and I have wanted to come
for a long time. He had wanted to make this trip personally, but
couldn't because of his schedule. So he asked me to come, and I'm
happy to have had this opportunity to meet some of our fellow
citizens here.
•
I have just toured som~ of the devastation that Hurricane Georges
has brought to your island, and met and talked to some of the tens
of thousands of victims of this terrible storm -- the first in memory
to cover the entire length of Puerto Rico. And the thoughts and
prayers of all of usare with you today.
•
I'm especially pleased to be with our friends Pedro and Maga
Rosello and Congressman Carlos Romero-Barcelo. They have been
good friends, and have worked closely with the President.
•
This President has given unprecedented attention to the needs and
aspirations of these islands and its people. And he is committed to
ensuring you receive equal attention in the federal system, and that
you are treated equitably in our federal policies.
•
And I can tell you that the minute this storm hit the islands, the
President focused on this disaster. At Governor Rosello's request,
he immediately declared an emergency, and began to plan for relief
efforts.
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I am so pleased to be joined today by many of those who are leading
those efforts -- including eight distinguished members of Congress-including your own-- Carlos Romero Barcello (and including
Representatives Charlie Rangell; George ]\Ailler; Patrick ICennedy;
Donald Payne; Bill Pascrell; Jim McDermott; Donna Christian
Green. ) HUD Secretary Cuomo -- who led an initial delegatio here
for the President; SBA Administrator Alvarez, whom the President
is proud to have appointed as the first Puerto Rican in a Presidential
Cabinet. · (Also with us today: Lynn Canton from FEMA; Thurgood
Marshall Jr; secretary of the Cabinet; Jeff Farrow, co-chair of
President's Interagency group on Puerto Rico; and Ida Castro, with
·the Labor Department.
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You now face the extraordinary job of putting your lives back
together -- reuniting your families, rebuilding your homes, and
revitalizing your communities. But I have already seen how people
in this community have pulled together, and reached out to their
neighbors. And it never ceases to amaze 1ne when I see people who
have lost everything still express gratitude that they are and their
families and neighbors and are alive -- and have the strength to start
again.
•
The President has asked me to come here to tell you that as you
begin the hard work ahead -- that we are committed to working
with you -- today -- and tomorrow -- and as long as it takes -- to
help you recover and rebound from this disaster. As he said last
week, we will be with you every step of the way.
• · And to that end, I'm pleased to announce a number of important
efforts to help you rebuild your lives and your communities.
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As you know already, FEMA helped develop an emergency plan
before the hurricane struck-- and starting today, at least 200,000
gallons of water and I 00,000 pounds of ice will be arriving daily to
help the victims of this disaster meet their most critical needs. So
far, more than 23,000 people have registered for disaster housing
assistance -- and we now have a process in place of getting those
checks to the victims -- and a temporary housing plan is being
developed to ensure the quickest possible return to normal life.
•
Today, I'm also pleased to announce that FEMA is providing full
public assistance -- in all categories -- throughout the
commonwealth of ~uerto·Rico. That means funds will be available
to pay for storm damage to those buildings and services that most
affect your daily lives. It will help you rebuild your roads and your
schools and municipal buildings; repair your bridges, and fix your .
utilities. And having just seen some of the devastation to those
buildings-- I know how much this new assistance will help.
•
Second. We recognize that there are countless people today who
can't go to work to support their families. the Department of Labor
will provide up to to $30 million in emergency funding to create
temporary jobs for dislocated workers in clean_ up and restoration
efforts. Some of this funding is being awarded immediately-- so
that people can get to work-- aiding the recovery.
•
Third. We know how important it is get back under your own roofs
-- and repair your homes. The Department of HUD will help you
do that. First, it's funding many of the te1nporary shelters. It will
also be offering major new disaster recove1y assistance -- including
$39 million to help repair the damage done to public housing units.
For home owners-- HUD will provide a 3-month grace period to
make their mortgage payments. And if your house is damaged
beyond repair -- HUD will help you buy a new home -- with I 00%
financing -- and better yet -- no down pay1ment.
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•
Fourth. Repairing your roads is a critical need at this time -- so the
Department of Transportation is allocating $5 million in emergency
relief funds to begin repairs on roads and bridges damaged by the
hurricane. Emergency transportation specialists are already here to
help with the transportation of emergency relief supplies -- so that
you get what you need as fast as possible.
•·
While those are some of the most significant levels of assistance that
I am announcing today -- there are so many other efforts underway
to help the people of Puerto Rico rebuild their lives and
.
communities, in partnership with the government of Puerto Rico.
•
Staff from the Small Business Administration are already in the
shelters, taking applications -- and cutting the checks for personal
assistance.
•
The Department of Human Services -- is focusing its immediate
recovery efforts to assist your elderly citizens -- so your parents and·
grandparents get the extra help in recovering from the ravages of the
hurricane.
•
Many of you are farmers --·and your coffee and plantain crops and
chicken farms have suffered terribly as a result of the storm. The
US Department of Agriculture will send people to help calculate
individual losses-- so that Puerto Rico's farmers can get the funds
they need to get back into the fields·.
•
We know that in this difficult time -- perhaps the most important
thing for people of Puerto Rico to know is your friends and
neighbors and family members are supporting you. That you have
something to look forward to tomorrow. I hope these
announcements today will demonstrate our commitment to you -and will make a very real difference in the days and weeks ahead -as you repair your lives and communities, and begin the path
toward recovery. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
�•
The President and I want to extend our prayers and support not
only to the people of Puerto Rico -- but to others in the Caribbean
community ·suffering from the devastation of Hurricane Georges -including the Virgin Islands to our east.
•
The people of Haiti and the Dominican Republic have been
particularly hard hit -- and we want them to know we are vitally
concerned with their recovery efforts as well. We have already been
providing emergency relief to both of those counties. And will
continue that effort.
•
Brian Atwood, head of USAID, and Secretary Cuomo of HUD will
have more to say about these efforts when ~hey travel on to
Hispaniola.
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�FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAJ\1 CLINTON
REl\'IARKS TO THE FIRST LADY'S CONFERENCE
SANTIAGO, CHILE
SEPTEMBER 30, 1998
�Thank you, Veronica (Baraona) for your kind introduction -- and for the
remarkable job you've done to pull tllis Conference together. My friend, Mrs. Frei;
First Ladies; special envoys of the hemisphere; distinguished guests; members of
the US delegation -- including Aida Alvarez -- Administrator of the Small Business
Administration. Jfs a pleasure to be back here in Chile-- and to join all of you for
the eighth Conference of Wives of Heads of States and Govenunents of t.he
Ameticas. It is particularly fitting that we meet here :in Santiago -- the site of the
Second Summit of the Americas -- wllich I attended with my husband only a few
months ago. Many of you helped defme the Summits''s priorities on women and
children -- and it's those commitments -- made by our nations' leaders -- that we
seek to reinforce here today.
Before 1 begin -- l would like to say to our friends in the Caribbean how our
thoughts and prayers have been with you, as you deal with the terrible aftennath of
Hurricane Georges .. I have just come from a relief mission in Puerto Rico, and saw
how comnmnities are already rebuilding their lives and their homes. And I'm
pleased that my govermnent has been able to contribute to relief efforts there and
throughout the Caribbean.
This is the fourth Conference of First Ladies of the Americas I've had the
honor to attend. And I'm pleased to see so many familiar faces-- and many new
ones_ And as always, I'm reminded that no matter what country we're from; or what
beliefs we hold; or what language we speak -- that we all share common concerns -and common hopes for the future.
That belief in the power of women to make a difference was at the heart of
the United Nations Fourth World Conference on Wornen in Beijing-- which I
attended in 1995. There, women from every comer of the globe came together to
draw attention to the plight of women and cllildren. And what that Conference made
undeniably clear-- and what we all know from experience and histmy --is that
democracy and prosperity cannot be attained -- or sustained -- in countries that do
not value women as full and equal partners in society.
�The wave of energy and optimism released at that meeting has begun to
transform lives evetywhere. Govennnents are being held to the cmmnitments they
made, and grassroots action is igniting refonn in evety comer of the globe. Thave
seen these changes occurring first hand, from Senegal to South Africa, from
America to Australia, from Eastern Europe to China. And I have seen the
impressive progress being made here in the Americas.
This mom.ing, throughout the Americas, there are more girls sitting at their
desks in a classroom~ more mothers visiting health care clinics, and getting the care
they need for themselves and their babies~ more women nmning their own
businesses, and gaining greater economic independenee; more children who are
growing up healthy and strong; more women who are now protected against
violence in their homes-- than ever before in our history.
I have also watched democracy taking hold throughout the hemisphere-- as
every country but one has embraced the democratic ideals that we all aspire to. And
women have played sit,tnificant roles in those hard-foutght victories as well. Yet as
you heard from the distinguished speakers over the past two days, we must still
overcome great obstacles to ensure every one of our citizens has access to health
care, and education, and economic opportunities, and is able to participate fully in
the political life of their nations. And one of the greatest barriers in our path to
equality is that women still do not hold enough positions of authority, and
leadership, and power.
Women's participation in decision making lags behind their gains in
education, their contributions to the workforce; and their participation in grassroots
organizations. Yet we can see -- all around us -- the positive impact that women
leaders can have on the everyday lives of citizens.
There are many such examples throughout our hemisphere. A woman mayor
in a small town in Peru, who has promoted projects to protect children's rights, and
created occupational workshops to encourage women to increase their family
incomes without leaving their homes. A woman senator in the Dominican
Republic -- whose courageous voice helped pass a strong law against domestic
violence in 1997. A young woman from Colombia, who ran for mayor on a peace
platfonn in one of the most violent areas of her country -- and is now helping to heal
those divisions.
�And we all know about the extraordinary leadership roles that Janet Jagan
and Violeta Chamono have played in improving the lives of women and children in
their nations, and opening up greater freedoms and opportunities to all their citizens.
Today, more and more govennnents here and around the world are coming to
realize that democracy can't succeed unless women's voices are heard; unless
women are given the opportunity to take responsibility for their own lives; unless all
citizens are able to participate fully in the life of their countries. More and more
leaders now tmderstand that investing in the health, education and the empowetment
of women is as critical to a vibrant democracy as are issues like trade, diplomacy,
and national security.
As a result, govennnents across our hemisphere have begun to mliock the
once closed doors of decision making and elected leadership that have constrained
women's progress and potential for so long. Today, a growing munber of countries
require a minimum level of women's participation in local and national elections.
Others -- particularly since the Beijing conference -- have created agencies to
promote women and family public policies. Some programs are now seeking to
increase the pool of qualified women to compete for ]leadership positions-- while
others help women exercise effective leadership once they are elected or promoted.
The impact of these new laws -- combined with a greater political will -- are
even now being felt at every level of government. And I must admit -- many
countries have gone much farther than my own to boost the percentage of women
representatives and leaders.
By 1996 -- all but two cmmtries in Latin America had at least one woman
cabinet member. (In Colombia -- over a third of the Cabinet positions are held by
women.) And while women are still vastly under repn~sented in legislative
assemblies --there are signs of progress. In the Bahamas --women fill as many as
33 percent of the senate seats. In Argentina-- as a result of a new law-- women's
representation in the lower house of congress is 28% -- the eighth highest in the
world. The numbers of women mayors is also growing -- and throughout the
hemisphere-- more women are serving as judges, and agency heads, and in other
leadership roles in government.
�Such progress reflects not only new laws -- but impmtant social changes as
well: more women are getting an education, and joining the workforce. And deeplyheld attitudes against women's participation in public hfe are changing, slowly but
surely.
I am pleased that my country is working with all of you to further tllis
progress. After this session -- I'm joining Mrs. Frei in a signing ceremony of two
programs -- funded by USAID -- that will support initiatives across the Americas
to nurture strong local leadership -- including women -- and will help countries
more effectively pursue the goals of the Summit --through joint training programs
here in Chlle. These partnersllips -- as well as a major donation by Merck
Phannaceutical company-- that will donate 5,000 me~lical guides and help educate
rural women about their hea1th -- are proof that the commitments made at the
Summit of the Americas and reiterated here are being taken seriously.
Even as we celebrate these steps fotward --and the remarkable
accomplishments of the women who have gained those positions of power and
influence-- we know how far we have yet to go. Whc~n women are elected-- they
still tend to exercise leadership at the outskirts of the centers of power. They are not
adequately represented in party leadersllip positions. And wllile women make up
one third of the fonnallabor force in this region -- they are not adequately
represented in union leadership-- or in the corporate boardrooms.
As we all know, building a better future for women, men, children and
families is not just the opportunity of governments -- it is the responsibility of all of
us. Today-- I will travel to Montevideo, Uruguay, and participate in the "Vital
Voices" conference -- where women representing grass roots organizations from
across the Americas are coming together to build networks; lean1 lessons; and lift
up their voices -- and their power -- on behalf of these same ptiorities we are
speaking about here, at this conference.
�Today-- our work together is more urgent than ever before. We live in an
increasingly interdependent world -- where our economies -- our security -- our vety
futures --are inextricably tied to each other. It's a time of unparalleled opportunity
-- but also of great risk. Those among us who enjoy the opportunities of education,
health care, jobs, credit, and legal and political rights are flomishing in this new
global economy. Those without such opportunities -- too often women and children
-- are lagging further and further behind.
It's up to all of us to eliminate those inequities -·- and bridge those gaps.
This year, we commit ourselves to continue the work we have begun-- such
as eradicating measles, and reducing still too high rates of maternal mortality
throughout the hemisphere -- and working with our partners in international
organizations like PAHO. But we also commit ourselves to new initiatives-- such
as efforts to make our region's schools places to promote child and family health; to
ensure rural women are not left behind; and to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the
Universal Declaration of Human Rights by joining the UN campaign to denounce all
forms of violence against women -- including domestic violence.
One of Chile's great novelists, Maria Louisa Bombal -- once said: "What is
difficult is not to conceive of a work, but rather to build and elaborate upon it." I
want to thank all of you here today for what you have already done -- and will
continue to do -- to build and elaborate upon our nations' commitments to lift up the
lives of women and children throughout our hemisphere.
�Such progress reflects not only new laws-- but imp01tant social changes as
well: more women are getting an education, and joining the workforce. And deeplyheld attitudes against women's participation in public life are changing, slowly but
surely.
I am pleased that my cOLmtry is working with all of you to further tlus
progress. After this session-- I'm joining Mrs. Frei in a signing ceremony of two
programs -- funded by USAID -- that will support initiatives across the Americas
to nurture strong local leadership -- including women -- and will help countries
more effectively pursue the goals of the Smnmit --through joint training programs
here in Chile. These partnerslups --as well as a major donation by Merck
Phannaceutical company-- that will donate 5,000 medical guides and help educate
n1ral women about their health -- are proof that the commitments made at the
Summit of the Americas and reiterated here are being taken seriously.
Even as we celebrate these steps fonvard --and the remarkable
accomplishments of the women who have gained those positions of power and
influence -- we know how far we have yet to go. When women are elected -- they
still tend to exercise leadership at the outskirts of the centers of power. They are not
adequately represented in party leadership positions. And wlule women make up
one third of the formal labor force in this region -- they are not adequately
represented in tmion leadership -- or in the corporate boardrooms.
As we all know, building a better future for w<·Jmen, men, children and
families is not just the opportunity of governments -- it is the responsibility of all of
us. Today -- I will travel to Montevideo, Uruguay, and participate in the "Vital
Voices" conference -- where women representing grass roots organizations from
across the Americas are coming together to build networks; lean1lessons; and lift
up their voices -- and their power -- on behalf of these same p1iorities we are
speaking about here, at this conference.
�Today-- our work together is more urgent than ever before. We live in an
increasingly interdependent world -- where our economies -- our security -- our vety
futures --are inextricably tied to each other. It's a time of unparalleled opportunity
-- but also of great risk. Those among us who enjoy the opportunities of education,
health care, jobs, credit, and legal and political rights are flourishing in tllis new
global economy. Those without such opportunities -- too often women and children
-- are lagging further and further behind.
It's up to all of us to eliminate those inequities-- and bridge those gaps.
This year, we commit ourselves to continue the work we have begun-- such
as eradicating measles, and reducing still too lligh rates of maternal mortality
throughout the henlisphere --and working with our partners in international
organizations like PAHO. But we also commit ourselves to new initiatives-- such
as efforts to make our region's schools places to promote child and family health; to
ensure rural women are not left bellind; and to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the
Universal Declaration of Human Rights by joining the UN campaign to denounce all
forms of violence against women-- including domestic violence.
One of Chile's great novelists, Maria Louisa Bombal-- once said: "What is
difficult is not to conceive of a work, but rather to build and elaborate upon it." I
want to thank all of you here today tor what you have already done -- and will
continue to do -- to build and elaborate upon our nations' commitments to lift up the
lives of women and cllildren throughout our hemisphere.
�FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAl\1 CLINTON
TALKING POINTS
CENTER FOR THE ASSISTANCE OF VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC
VIOLENCE
MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY
OCTOBER 1, 1998
•
Respond to what you have heard from the panelists.
•
It's a privilege to visit this center, and to see and hear about what you're
doing to stop domestic violence. I also want to thank two of the people who
have made this center what it is today: Gabriela. Fulco -- the Center's
President; and Guillermo Lockhart -- president of the Partners of the
Americas.
•
When I travel outside of my own country, I learn how much human
experience we share across national boundaries. The issue of domestic
violence affects the people of every nation, and every community. And we
can learn from each how best to address it.
•
I'm pleased that our two countries share a commitment to addressing this
issue. Gabriela traveled both to Minnesota and. New York for special training
to help victims of domestic violence.
•
In our hemisphere, domestic and sexual abuse against women remains one of
the most serious and under reported human rights violations. Thankfully, it
has emerged as an issue to be seriously addressed in this hemisphere and
around the world. Finally, it is being recognize:d as the criminal issue that it
IS.
•
We need to change laws so that it's understood that it is just as much a crime
to assault a spouse as to assault a stranger. And we can be proud that the
Americas are taking the lead in protecting women against domestic violence.
�•
Today, there are new laws in many countries. Enforcement has been stepped
up; prison sentences extended. Where there were once no laws against
beating a spouse; now they exist. Where there were already laws, now they
are tougher. Many countries have established innovative programs to deal
with violence against women -- including police stations for women; shelters
and counseling centers, and training courses for law enforcement officials.
•
This center -- buy supporting and defending women and their families at every step -- exemplifies one of the best practices -- and serves as a model
around the world. And I know that many of your clients have told you how
much their lives have improved since they've come here -- and received your
sefVI.ces.
•
I'm very pleased that the InterAmerican Development Bank is financing an
expansion of this center, so that more victims of abuse -- including children-can benefit from the valuable work that you do here.
�FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAJ\1 CLINTON
REl\'IARKS TO THE FIRST LADY'S CONFERENCE
SANTIAGO, CHILE
SEPTEMBER 30, 1998
�Thank you, Veronica (Baraona) for your kind introduction -- and for the
remarkable job you've done to pull tllis Conference together. My friend, Mrs. Frei;
First Ladies; special envoys of the hemisphere; distinguished guests; members of
the US delegation -- including Aida Alvarez -- Administrator of the Small Business
Administration. Jt' s a pleasure to be back here in Chile -- and to join all of you for
the eighth Conference of Wives of Heads of States and Govenunents of the
Ameticas. Tt is patticularly fitting that we meet here in Santiago -- the site of the
Second Summit of the Americas -- wllich I attended with my husband only a few
months ago. Many of you helped define the Summits's priorities on women and
children -- and it's those commitments -- made by our nations' leaders -- that we
seek to reinforce here today.
Before 1 begin -- I would like to say to our friends in the Caribbean how our
thoughts atld prayers have been with you, as you deal with the terrible aftennath of
Hurricane Georges .. I have just come from a relief mission 1n Puerto Rico, and saw
how communities are already rebuilding their lives and their homes. And I'm
pleased that my government has been able to contribu1e to relief efforts there and
throughout the Caribbean.
Tllis is the fourth Conference of First Ladies of the Americas I've had the
honor to attend. And I'm pleased to see so many familiar faces -- and many new
ones. And as always, I'm reminded that no matter what country we're from; or what
beliefs we hold; or what language we speak -- that we all share common concerns -and common hopes for the future.
That belief in the power of women to make a difference was at the heart of
the United Nations Fomth World Conference on Women in Beijing-- which T
attended in 1995. There, women from every comer of the globe came together to
draw attention to the plight of women and cllildren. And what that Conference made
undeniably clear -- and what we all know from experience and llistory -- is that
democracy and prosperity cannot be attained -- or sustained -- in countries that do
not value women as full and equal partners in society.
�- - - - - - - - - - - - , , - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
----
The wave of energy and optimism released at that meeting has begun to
transform lives everywhere. Govennnents are being held to the commitments they
made, and grassroots action is igniting refonn in every comer of the globe. l have
seen these changes occurring frrst hand, from Senegal to South Africa, from
America to Australia, from Eastern Europe to China. And I have seen the
impressive progress being made here in the Americas.
Tlus morning, throughout the Americas, there are more girls sitting at their
desks in a classroom~ more mothers visiting health care clinics, and getting the care
they need for themselves and their babies~ more women nunling their own
businesses, and gaining greater economic independenc:e; more children who are
growing up healthy and strong; more women who are now protected against
violence in their homes-- than ever before in our history.
I have also watched democracy taking hold throughout the hemisphere-- as
every cmmtry but one has embraced the democratic ideals that we all aspire to. And
women have played sib'Ilificant roles in those hard-fought victories as well. Yet as
you heard from the distinguished speakers over the past two days, we must still
overcome great obstacles to ensure every one of our c:itizens has access to health
care, and education, and economic opportunities, and :is able to participate fully in
the political life of their nations. And one of the greatest barriers in our path to
equality is that women still do not hold enough positions of authority, and
leadership, and power.
Women's participation in decision making lags behind their gains in
education, their contributions to the workforce; and their participation in grassroots
organizations. Yet we can see -- all around us -- the positive impact that women
leaders can have on the everyday lives of citizens.
There are many such examples throughout our hemisphere. A woman mayor
in a small town in Peru, who has promoted projects to protect children's rights, and
created occupational workshops to encourage women to increase their family
incomes without leaving their homes. A woman senator in the Domilucan
Republic -- whose courageous voice helped pass a strong law against domestic
violence in 1997. A young woman from Colombia, who ran for mayor on a peace
platfonn in one of the most violent areas of her country-- and is now helping to heal
those divisions.
------------
�And we all know about the extraordinary leadership roles that Janet Jagan
and Violeta Chamorro have played in improving the lives of women and children in
their nations, and opening up greater freedoms and opporttmities to all their citizens.
Today, more and more govemments here and ar:ound the world are coming to
realize that democracy can't succeed unless women's voices are heard; unless
women are given the opportunity to take responsibility for their own lives; unless all
citizens are able to participate fully in the life of their countries. More and more
leaders now tmderstand that investing in the health, education and the empowennent
of women is as critical to a vibrant democracy as are issues like trade, diplomacy,
and national security.
As a result, govenunents across our hemisphere have begun to unlock the
once closed doors of decision making and elected leadership that have constrained
women's progress and potential for so long. Today, a growing munber of countries
require a minimum level of women's participation in local and national elections.
Others-- particularly since the Beijing conference-- have created agencies to
promote women and family public policies. Some programs are now seeking to
increase the pool of qualified women to compete for leadership positions-- while
others help women exercise effective leadership once they are elected or promoted.
The impact of these new laws -- combined with a greater political will -- are
even now being felt at every level of government. And I must admit -- many
countries have gone much farther than my own to boost the percentage of women
representatives and leaders.
.
.
By 1996 -- all but two countries in Latin Ameri<,~a had at least one woman
cabinet member. (In Colombia -- over a third of the Cabinet positions are held by
women.) And while women are still vastly under represented in legislative
assemblies -- there are signs of progress. In the Bahamas -- women fill as many as
33 percent of the senate seats. In Argentina-- as a result of a new law-- women's
representation in the lower house of congress is 28'Yo -- the eighth highest in the
world. The munbers of women mayors is also growing -- and throughout the
hemisphere -- more women are serving as judges, and agency heads, and in other
leadership roles in govenunent.
�HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
ARRIVAL STATEMENT
MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY
SEPTEMBER 30, 1998
I'm delighted to be here in Uruguay. It is my ftrst visit, and I welcome this
opportunity to strengthen the friendship between our two countries.
I am looking forward to my activities over the next two days-- beginning with
the honor of meeting with President and Mrs. Sanguinetti. I have heard so much
about Uruguay's educational reforms, and tomorrow, I will visit one of your
CODICEN pilot schools to see ftrst hand the progress you are making. I will also
be visiting the Center for the Assistance of Victims of Domestic Violence-- and
meeting with the·Women's Political Network-- a multi--party, issue-oriented group
of women who are active in Uruguayan politics.
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women from all over the Americas who are leaders in their communities,
businesses, and non governmental organizations. They are coming together to
share their knowledge and experience as women in public life -- and to qevelop
strategies that will enable women to reap the rewards ·of democratic progress being
made throughout the hemisphere. It will be a pleasure and distinct honor to speak
at this historic gathering in Montevideo.
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FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAI\1 CtiNTON
USAID SIGNING CEREMONY
SANTIAGO, CHILE
SEPTEMBER 30, 1998
Thank you, Marcelo [Narvaez] (or your kind introduction. It's a pleasure to
be here with all of you-- and to join my friend, Mark Schneider, USAID's assistant
administrator for Latin America and the Caribbean. I also want to express my
appreciation again to Mrs. Frei, for organizing this event this morning. It
underscores, once again, the importance of building partnerships between countries
to improve the lives of our citizens.
Over the past two days, this Conference, there's been much discussion about
how we can reinforce the goals of the Summit of the Americas that was held here
only a few months ago: what we can all do to overcome poverty; promote regional
economic growth, and strengthen democracy. And at that Summit, hemispheric
leaders rightly recognized that education is critical to meeting those challenges.
Toward that end, President Frei and PresidentClinton announced plans for ..,..~·;-·.~
a partnership for education and development. Each year, the partnership will
provide 30 postgraduate scholarships -- fmanced jointly by our two development
assistance agencies-- for individuals from developing countries to study here in
Chile. The partnership will provide •special training to government and ngo leaders
to help them improve education, reduce poverty, and strengthen local leadership in
their countries.
Today, Mark Schneider, Assistant Administrator ofUSAID for Latin
America and the Caribbean and Jacqueline Weinstein Levy, head of Chile's
development agency AGCI, will sign an agreement to create this new scholarship
program. And I not only hope but expect that a significant number of the
recipients each year will be women.
Just as critical to the Summit's goals is the other agreement being signed
today --to strengthen local government in the Americas. The Summit's plan of
action recognized that strong vibrant local governments are critical to building
democracy from the ground up. They also recognized that local officials need
more training, and resources, and partnerships to make local government work
better for our citizens.
�People in communities across the Americas have! struggled to bring about
democratic change. And the progress made is cause for celebration. But citizens
also have the right to expect that democratic and economic reforms will deliver a
better life for them and for their families.
The second agreement being sigp.ed today will establish a $5 million program
to assist local governments to better meet the needs .of their citizens. This project,
fmanced by USAID, will bring together city and county managers from the United
States with their colleagues throughout the region-- some of whom are here with us
today. They will work with community and local government leaders-- many of
whom have just recently taken on the responsibilities of improving schools,
opening health clinics and overseeing water and sanitation services-- and help
them work more effectively and efficiently. I understand that over 15,000
communities have recently elected new mayors and city leaders, -- and USAID is
working directly with about 700 of them. This new partnership will dramatically
expand those networks of shared experience.
Women often benefit most from these public services. But this program is .
important to women for other reasons as well. Local·government is an importaiif ·;__·:.-.:_avenue for women to enter the political arena. And in countless cities and towns
across the hemisphere, a growing number of women are being chosen.as mayors
and members of city councils. Local government is also the launching pad for
national political office -- where women are far less represented thari at the local
level. This project will look for ways to promote women now in local government ·
-- both as recipients of training and as partners in making local governments more
respons1ve.
Both of these projects help promote the agenda of the First Ladies of the
Hemisphere -- as well as help carry out the commitments of the Santiago Summit.
By working to expand opportunities for women to fully participate in the life of
their communities -- we hope to ensure greater prosperity and stronger democracies
throughout our hemisphere.
And now, it's my pleasure and honor to introdw:e Mrs. Frei --who has done
so much to further our common agenda.
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FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON
TALKING POINTS
CENTER FOR THE ASSISTANCE OF VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC
VIOLENCE
MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY
OCTOBER 1, 1998
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Respond to what you have heard from the panelists.
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It's a privilege to visit this center, and to see and hear about what you're
doing to stop domestic violence. I also want to thank two of the people who
have made this center what it is today: Gabriela Fulco -- the Center's
President; and Guillermo Lockhart -- president of the Partners of the
Americas.
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When I travel outside of my own country, I learn how much human
experience we share across national boundaries. The issue of domestic
violence affects the people of every nation, and every community. And we
can learn from each how best to address it.
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I'm pleased that our two countries share a commitment to addressing this
issue. Gabriela traveled both to Minnesota and New York for special training
to help victims of domestic violence.
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In our hemisphere, domestic and sexual abuse against women remains one of
the most serious and under reported human rights violations. Thankfully, it
has emerged as an issue to be seriously addressed in this hemisphere and
around the world. Finally, it is being recognized as the criminal issue that it
lS.
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We need to change laws so that it's understood that it is just as much a crime
to assault a spouse as to assault a stranger.· And we cap. be proud that the
Americas are taking the lead in protecting women against domestic violence.
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Today, there are new laws in many countries. Enforcement has been stepped
up; prison sentences extended. Where there were once no laws against
beating a spouse; now they exist. Where there were already laws, now they
are tougher. Many countries have established innovative programs to deal
with violence against women -- including police stations for women; shelters
and counseling centers, and training courses for law enforcement officials.
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This center -- buy supporting and defending women and their families at
every step -- exemplifies one of the best practic~$ -- and serves as a model
around the world. And I know that many of yowr clients have told you how
much their lives have improved since they've come here-- and received your
services.
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I'm very pleased that the InterAmerican Development Bank is financing an
expansion of this center, so that more victims of abuse -- including children -can benefit from the valuable work that you do here.
�FIRST LADY HILLARY RODHAI\1 CLINTON
USAID SIGNING CEREMONY
SANTIAGO, CHILE
SEPTEMBER 30, 1998
Thank you, Marcelo [Narvaez] (or your kind introduction. It's a pleasure to
be here with all of you-- and to join
friend, Mark Schneider, USAID's assistant
administrator for Latin America and the Caribbean. I also want to express my
appreciation again to Mrs. Frei, for organizing this event this morning. It
underscores, once aga~ the importance of building partnerships between countries
to improve the lives of our citizens.
niy
Over the past two days, this Conference, there's been much discussion about
how we can reinforce the goals of the Summit of the Americas that was held here
only a few months ago: what we can all do to overcome poverty; promote regional
. economic growth, and strengthen democracy. And at 1that Summit, hemispheric
leaders rightly recognized that education is critical to meeting those challenges.
Toward that end, President Frei and President Clinton announced plans for.::::::-~7~~;::
a partnership for education and development. Each ye:ar, the partnership will
provide 30 postgraduate scholarships -- fmanced joint.ly by our two development
assistance agencies -- for individuals from developing. countries to study here in
Chile. The partnership will provide special training to government and ngo leaders
to help them improve education, reduce poverty, and strengthen local leadership in
their countries.
.
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Today, Mark Schneider, Assistant Admin:istrator ofUSAID for Latin
America and the Caribbean and Jacqueline Weinstein Levy, head of Chile's
development agency AGCI, will sign an agreement to create this new scholarship
program. And I not only hope but expect that a signiticant number ofthe
recipients each year will be women.
Just as critical to the Summit's goals is the other agreement being signed
today --to strengthen local government in the Americas. The Summit's plan of
action recognized that strong vibrant local governments are critical to building
democracy from the ground up. They also recognized that local officials need
more training, and resources, and partnerships to make local government work
better for our citizens.
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People in communities across the Americas hav(~ struggled to bring about
democratic change. And the progress made is cause for celebration. But citizens
also have the right to expect that democratic and economic reforms will deliver a
better life for them and for their. families.
The second agreement being signed today will establish a $5 million program
to assist local governments to better ineet the needs of their citizens. This project, ·
fmanced by USAID, will bring together city and county managers from the United
· States with their colleagues throughout the region -- some of whom are here with us
today. They will work with community and local goveri:tment leaders -- many of
whom have just recently taken on the responsibilities of improving schools,
opening health clinics and overseeing water and sanit.ation services -- and help
them work more effectively and efficiently. I understand that over 15,000
communities have recently elected new mayors and cit;y leaders, -- and USAID is
working directly with about 700 of them. This new partnership will dramatically
. expand those networks of shared experience.
Women often benefit most from these public services. But this program is .
important to women for other reasons as well. Local.~overnment is an importaiif :__
avenue for women to enter the political arena. And in countless cities and towns
across the hemisphere, a growing number of women are being chosen as mayors
and members of city councils. Local government is _also the launching pad for
national political office -- where women are far less represented than at the local
level. This project will look for ways to promote women now in local government
-- both as recipients of training and as partners in making local governments more
responsive.
Both of these projects help promote the agenda of the First Ladies of the
Hemisphere -- as well as help carry out the commitments of the Santiago Summit.
By working to expand opportunities for women to full¥ participate in the life of
their communities -- we hope to ensure greater prosperity and stronger democracies
throughout our hemisphere.
And now, it's my pleasure and honor to introduce Mrs. Frei --who has done·
so much to further our common agenda.
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2006-0198-F Segment 4
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Clinton Presidential Records: White House Staff and Office Files
Format
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Adobe Acrobat Document
Publisher
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Clinton Presidential Library & Museum
Medium
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Reproduction-Reference
Date Created
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11/14/2014
Source
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