Beyond Storms and Stars - A Memoir

Discover the inspiring memoir, 'Beyond Storms and Stars,' that chronicles Noeleen Heyzer's exceptional journey from the challenges of poverty in post-war Singapore to becoming a pioneering leader at the United Nations. This compelling narrative dives deep into her transformative experiences, showcasing her groundbreaking work in women's empowerment and global leadership. As the first woman from outside North America to serve as Executive Director of the United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM), Noeleen’s story is infused with resilience, courage, and a steadfast commitment to social justice. This memoir highlights her intellectual growth at the University of Singapore and the University of Cambridge, ultimately leading her to the prestigious role of Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations. Join Noeleen as she reflects on her childhood, the barriers she overcame, and her vision for a more equitable world. A must-read for those interested in women's rights, leadership, and personal growth, 'Beyond Storms and Stars' is an essential addition to your collection, blending historical context with personal anecdotes that inspire change. Ideal for readers passionate about memoirs, women's empowerment, and global leadership. Get your copy today and be motivated by a narrative that echoes the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of transforming structures of discrimination.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9789814954242
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin India
Pages: 240


Description:
How did a young girl who rose from underprivileged circumstances in post-war Singapore become a trailblazer of women's global leadership at the United Nations? Noeleen Heyzer was the first woman from outside North America to be appointed as Executive Director of the United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) and the first woman Executive Secretary of the Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP). In these memoirs, Noeleen Heyzer reflects on her remarkable journey - from the challenges of her childhood and youth, her intellectual development at the University of Singapore and the University of Cambridge, to her groundbreaking work on women's empowerment and her meteoric rise to the position of Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations. It is a book that celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the courage of individuals, communities, and societies to transform structures of discrimination and injustice.