Women in technology
Women in technology

The advancement of women's rights struggles against racism and inequality

Racial, economic, and educational disparities impact women's sexual and reproductive rights progress globally. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

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Women doing long jail sentences failed by system designed for men'

Female prisoners serving long sentences are subject to male-oriented programs, lack access to education and employment, and are housed with short-stay inmates, facing mental health risks. [ more ]

AdExchanger

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2024 Top Women in Media & Ad Tech Honorees and Special Recognition Awards Announced | AdExchanger

The Top Women in Media & Ad Tech Awards honor outstanding women in the industry for their contributions and impact. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

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Columnist relishes the "karmic justice" of 5 powerful women bringing down Donald Trump

Trump haunted by 'nasty women' taking him down. [ more ]

Discerning Cyclist

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How Bicycles Paved the Way for Women's Rights

The bicycle in the late 19th century empowered women by challenging societal norms and providing newfound mobility and freedom. [ more ]

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Fast Company

2 days ago

POV: A $100 million investment in women's healthcare isn't enough. This is what we need

Women's health is recognized by the White House for investment but remains in crisis, requiring comprehensive funding to address existing disparities. [ more ]

Harvard Business Review

Research: How to Close the Gender Gap in Startup Financing

Women entrepreneurs face challenges with loan denials and increased interest rates globally. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Greater London women lose 7.5 working days yearly

Women in Greater London are missing an average of 7.5 work days per year due to health issues.

47% of women in Greater London have heard derogatory comments about female employees' health in the workplace. [ more ]

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Austin Monitor

2 days ago

Women entrepreneurs seek greater support and opportunities throughout Austin - Austin Monitor

Increase access to capital, networks, and business tools for women entrepreneurs in Austin. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

3 days ago

Successful Women Have These Six Personality Traits | Entrepreneur

Women play a significant role in franchising, bringing unique strengths like resilience to leadership roles. [ more ]

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4 days ago

Djingarey Maiga: an inspiring voice for the women of Mali

Women's rights advocate in Mali, Djingarey Maiga, works relentlessly to defend women's rights and address gender inequalities in the country. [ more ]

english.elpais.com

6 days ago

All male panels': what does it mean when they say they can't find female experts?

Gender balance efforts in public scientific groups contrast with challenges in private events. [ more ]

Forbes

Women Athletes Are Changing The Culture Of Fan Engagement

Women athletes outperform men in social media fan engagement, contributing to increased viewership and attendance in women's sports.

Increased social media usage by women athletes has led to a new era of fandom, bolstering interest in women's sports events. [ more ]

euronews

How many more years will Afghan girls lose to Taliban oppression?

Afghanistan has dropped off the news agenda, but the violence and oppression continue - and for too many of us Afghan women, no matter how loud we shout, it feels like the world has stopped listening, Meetra Qutb writes.

Slate Magazine

America Loves to Think Women Will Save Democracy While Doing Nothing to Make Women Full Citizens

When Arizona's conservative Supreme Court reinstated its near-total abortion ban, breathing life into a long-dormant 1864 law that punishes providers with felony convictions and prison time, the twin responses were largely political in nature.

Advocate.com

Lesbians have more orgasms than straight women - and yes, it's men's fault

Lesbians report more orgasms due to higher clitoral stimulation during intercourse.

Bisexual women with female partners experience more clitoral stimulation and orgasm expectations than with male partners. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Sad girl novels: the dubious branding of women's emotive fiction

Novels labeled as 'sad girl novels' typically feature protagonists who are miserable, disaffected, and ambivalent, often analyzing their own situations.

The term 'sad girl novel' is associated with highly educated characters suffering under capitalism and struggling with relationships, with authors like Karl Ove Knausgaard and Brandon Taylor exemplifying this trend. [ more ]

iRunFar

'Women Are Not Small Men:' Dr. Stacy Sims and the Women's Endurance Sports Revolution

Women's specific needs in endurance sports have traditionally been overlooked.

Stacy Sims has been instrumental in pioneering research on exercise nutrition and performance for women athletes. [ more ]

www.amny.com

Celebrate the city's most influential women at Power Women of Manhattan event | amNewYork

Forbes

Dove Just Pledged Not To Use AI Models. It's Helpful, But Not Enough

Dove pledges not to use AI-generated models in ads to combat unrealistic beauty standards.

Society needs to address the underlying issue of valuing women based on appearances. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

The stark reality of having your period as a homeless woman

Homeless women in the UK face severe challenges accessing period products and clean facilities, resorting to unhygienic methods during menstruation.

The study emphasizes the need for private, safe, and clean locations for managing menstruation, along with access to laundry facilities for homeless women. [ more ]

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Remote work has been a mixed bag for women when it comes to pay. But it's helped some men be 'overemployed' and make six figures.

www.npr.org

Elections reveal a growing gender divide across South Korea

South Korea's upcoming parliamentary elections will be influenced by the political divide between young men and women.

Young South Korean men and women consistently show significant differences in their support for main political parties. [ more ]

ComputerWeekly.com

TeamViewer launches initiative to bring women into sports tech | Computer Weekly

Initiative SheSportTech aims to support women exploring careers in sports technology.

The program offers financial support, mentorship, and access to events for women aged 18 and above globally. [ more ]

Brooklyn Paper

'A women's rights revolution': Women attacked during religious divorce event in Borough Park * Brooklyn Paper

Orthodox Jewish women face challenges in obtaining divorces due to religious laws.

Educational efforts to empower women in marriage and divorce rights met backlash in Borough Park. [ more ]

Nature

How to plug the female mentoring gap in Latin American science

time.com

The Global Gender Divide We Really Should Be Talking About

South Korea's plummeting fertility rate could lead to a significant population decline in just one generation.

There is a noticeable political gap between young men and women in South Korea and other advanced economies, leading to potential societal consequences. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

How to Amplify Women's Wisdom and Voices in a Man's World | Entrepreneur

Societal bias often leads to women's expertise being overlooked in favor of men's in various fields.

Women professionals on social media may face challenges such as fewer engagements and opportunities compared to men in the same field. [ more ]

Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Spring 2024 Digital Issue - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Black women leaders face significant challenges in the nonprofit sector, including obstructive oversight, lack of support, and mistreatment from funders and other leaders.

The sector must acknowledge and address the systemic barriers and mistreatment faced by Black women leaders to prevent further harm and enable true empowerment. [ more ]

time.com

Why Heart Disease Research Still Favors Men

Women are more likely to die from heart attacks due to medical system neglect.

Clinical trials for medications often exclude women, leading to gaps in identifying effective treatments. [ more ]

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Arsenal Women | Future Ticketing

Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

More students take gender studies, even as it comes under attack

The Economist

The rise of the remote husband

The rise of remote work has led to a trend where husbands are taking on the role of staying at home while their wives leave for work.

Men and women are specializing in different types of work, with more women enrolling in professional schools like law and medicine. [ more ]

Coindesk

Cultivating Diversity, Inclusion and Humanity in the Crypto Community

The crypto industry faces gender representation challenges similar to traditional finance.

Efforts are needed to ensure diversity and inclusion in the crypto community. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Women Entrepreneurs Share Top Tips for Career Success | Entrepreneur

Passion for helping founders and embracing various paths to success.

Entrepreneurship can be pursued at any stage in life or within corporations. [ more ]

BBC News

The women 'speed dating' for a place to live

Young women attend events to find housemates in London due to high demand for rooms.

The Girlies Guide initially focused on socials for making friends but now includes events to help women find flatmates. [ more ]

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