Why does CARE focus on women?

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Why does CARE focus on women?

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Dec 28, 2009

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In this episode, Cristen and Molly speak with the director for Program Impact at CARE USA. Over the course of numerous humanitarian efforts, CARE has found that improving the lives of women is a crucial part of alleviating poverty. Tune in to learn more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Dec 28, 2009

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Why does CARE focus on women?

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