Gloria de la Fuente: Female leadership tends to be more inclusive'
Feminist foreign policy promotes gender equality and inclusivity in international relations, focusing on the impact on women and young girls in conflicts and climate change. [ more ]
I am ready to return whenever they say': Nasrin Sotoudeh on prison, the hijab, and violence in Iran
Iranian human rights advocate Nasrin Sotoudeh faced imprisonment, legal harassment, and family restrictions, highlighting the regime's determination to crush dissent. [ more ]
Iran's women vow resistance against 'misogynistic' regime DW 03/08/2024
Women in Iran face oppression and daily harassment, leading to a culture of fear and restriction.
Nationwide protests in Iran under the slogan 'Women, Life, Freedom' highlight the ongoing struggle for women's rights and the government's violent response. [ more ]
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 ]
'Untenable': Legalise abortions in first trimester, urges German commission
The commission in Germany has recommended relaxing abortion laws to make it legal and unpunishable in the first trimester, potentially extending to 22 weeks with certain restrictions. [ more ]
Abortions in first 12 weeks should be legalised in Germany, commission says
Germany's government-appointed commission recommended legalizing abortions within the first 12 weeks due to outdated laws and the need for modernization. [ more ]
20 Of The Most Empowering Feminist Quotes From Inspiring Women
Maya Angelou highlighted standing up for oneself supports all women. Barbara Ehrenreich joked about the concern of women becoming like men. Simone de Beauvoir envisioned women loving in strength. [ more ]
Opinion: Train California judges better to offer equal justice for women and minorities
A bill on equal justice for women and minorities in California's courts aims to address gender and minority bias, creating a more just legal system. [ more ]
International Women's Day 2024: What is it and how can you get involved?
International Women's Day celebrates women's achievements globally, evolving from a movement for rights to a day of celebration and advancement.
International Women's Day has origins dating back to 1908, with the first official recognition by the United Nations in 1975, following historic events such as the women's rights march in New York City in 1909. [ more ]
Trump Is Literally Taking Us Back 160 Years!' Biden Roasts Trump For Claiming Abortion Working Very Brilliantly' In States
President Biden criticizes Trump for undermining abortion rights and pushing state-level regulations, emphasizing the importance of federal protection for women's rights. [ more ]
Juxtapoz Magazine - Shiva Ahmadi: Strands of Resilience @ Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art
Shiva Ahmadi uses painting to address global issues like migration, war, and brutality against marginalized peoples.
Her exhibition at the Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art focuses on female figures in fantastical landscapes, utilizing watercolor and screenprints for layering and storytelling. [ more ]
Gulf South States Advance Bills to End Legal Recognition for Trans People
Three Gulf South states - Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama - introducing bills to define sex in a way that excludes trans individuals.
The bills fail to protect women's rights and aim to cease legal recognition of trans individuals by defining sex based on reproductive capabilities. [ more ]
Every Italian recognised a piece of their own family': film on abuse of women touches a nerve
Directorial debut by Paola Cortellesi explores hard-hitting themes like poverty, domestic violence, and women's rights in post-war Rome.
C'e ancora domani is one of Italy's Top 10 highest-grossing films, surprising audiences with its success in tackling serious issues while being co-written and acted by Paola Cortellesi. [ more ]
Republicans are bashing trans people to try to win over women voters. It won't work.
Republicans are attempting to win back women voters by introducing bills like 'Women's Bill of Rights' that focus on defining gender based on body parts.
Republican lawmakers are prioritizing attacking transgender people's rights instead of improving protections for women in the workplace or reproductive freedom. [ more ]
French Senate votes to enshrine abortion in constitution, a world first
The French Senate voted to enshrine abortion rights in the constitution, facing one final test in a special congress.
The move is a historic step towards women's rights, with France poised to become the first country globally to constitutionally guarantee women's freedom to control their bodies. [ more ]
France to make abortion a constitutional right after senate vote
France is preparing to enshrine abortion as a constitutional right, citing threats in the US and other European countries.
The French government is emphasizing the importance of protecting women's rights and ensuring freedom to choose abortion through constitutional protection. [ more ]
Swati Maliwal transformed Delhi's Commission for Women into a powerful organization that advocated for women's rights and brought thousands of sexual assault cases to court.
Maliwal's personal experiences of abuse and her determination to help others have fueled her activism and led to significant accomplishments in improving the status of women in India. [ more ]
Abortion investigations causing women life-changing harm', says UK expert
Women accused of having illegal abortions in England and Wales have faced punitive measures such as custody, loss of children, and debt.
The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists has issued new guidance urging healthcare staff not to report suspected illegal abortions to the police. [ more ]
French proposal for free fertility tests at age 25 outrages women's groups
French President Emmanuel Macron proposes a "major plan" to reverse France's declining birthrate, including offering free fertility checks to 25-year-olds.
The proposal has received strong reactions in France, with some women criticizing the government for pressuring them to think about fertility early and women's rights groups arguing that more should be done to make it affordable to have children. [ more ]
Afghanistan: An online magazine for women DW 01/24/2024
The Taliban has implemented draconian measures against women in Afghanistan, restricting their access to work, travel, and healthcare.
Zahra Nader started the online magazine Zan Times to give Afghan women and girls a voice and support them in the face of Taliban restrictions. [ more ]
Afghanistan: Crackdown continues on women's rights, UN says DW 01/23/2024
The Taliban are cracking down on Afghan women's access to work, travel, and healthcare if they are unmarried or don't have a male guardian.
Three female health workers were detained for not having a male guardian and were released only after their families signed a guarantee they wouldn't repeat the act. [ more ]
Wives of Russian soldiers lay flowers to protest against the Kremlin
Russian wives of soldiers fighting in Ukraine are laying flowers at Moscow's Eternal Flame as a symbolic protest against war.
Protests and pickets are taking place near government buildings in Moscow, with participants often being detained by authorities citing COVID-19 restrictions. [ more ]
UN concerned' Taliban detaining Afghan women for dress code violations
The UN is concerned about the arbitrary arrest and detention of women and girls by the Taliban for violating dress codes.
The Taliban's Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and Prevention of Vice and the police have been enforcing hijab decrees and detaining women. [ more ]
UN concerned' Taliban detaining Afghan women for dress code violations
The UN is concerned about the arbitrary arrest and detention of women and girls by the Taliban for violating dress codes.
The Taliban's Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and Prevention of Vice and the police have been enforcing hijab decrees and detaining women. [ more ]
UN concerned' Taliban detaining Afghan women for dress code violations
The UN is concerned about the arbitrary arrest and detention of women and girls by the Taliban for violating dress codes.
The Taliban's Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and Prevention of Vice and the police have been enforcing hijab decrees and detaining women. [ more ]
Women attend Tehran derby but equality battle still rages DW 12/18/2023
Women in Iran were allowed to attend a football match for the first time since the Iranian revolution 44 years ago.
Despite the progress, activists argue that the restrictions enforced by the Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI) are still limiting and not in line with international standards. [ more ]
Too terrified to leave the house': Internet trolls in Libya target women
Libyan women working for change face online harassment and silencing tactics, including death threats and smear campaigns.
Prominent political activist Hanan al-Faidy withdrew from the parliamentary election due to a toxic online campaign against her, including fake news reports of her demise. [ more ]
Inside a women's refuge: 'I was beaten so badly, until he could beat me no more. I ran upstairs into the bathroom. He put the two bath taps on full blast and tried to drown me'
Safe spaces like those provided by Sonas are crucial for women and children fleeing domestic violence.
Sonas provides support and resources to help women plan their next steps and consider their options. [ more ]