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Mission Local
2 weeks ago
Mission District

Celebrating a Capoeira Queen at San Francisco's Z Space

Márcia Treidler, also known as Mestra Márcia, has been a pioneering force in spreading capoeira globally and breaking barriers within the art form. [ more ]
Creative Bloq
2 months ago
Graphic design

5 times brands got International Women's Day right

Brands can make a positive impact on International Women's Day with empowering campaigns
Campaigns promoting collective efforts over individual achievements are impactful [ more ]
www.cnn.com
8 years ago
Women in technology

Can team sports help women crack the glass ceiling?

Research shows girls drop out of sports at twice the rate of boys
Playing team sports can help women crack the glass ceiling in corporate America. [ more ]
moregender-equality
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Film

It was terrifying but screw it': the director who had to disown her film to get an Oscar nomination

Tiger Stripes is a horror movie combining body horror, Mean Girls vibes, and Malaysian folklore, addressing societal fears about female bodies with a girl power twist. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 days ago
Film

Explosive' secret list of abusers set to upstage women's big week at Cannes film festival

The Cannes Film Festival celebrates female film talents but is overshadowed by new abuse allegations in the European entertainment industry. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Film

Knockout success of Yolo the feelgood female boxing movie from China

A feelgood comedy about self-transformation through boxing becomes China's surprise hit.
Directed by Jia Ling, the movie 'Yolo' challenges stereotypes and empowers women in a male-dominated film industry. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago
Film

'Alpha female' actresses nominated, front and center at Oscars 2024

Recognition of powerful women in top-nominated movies at Oscars.
Focus on strong female leads and their impact on storytelling. [ more ]
The Art Newspaper - International art news and events
2 weeks ago
Design

Cecilia Alemani on her top picks from Frieze New York

Cecilia Alemani praises artists for portraying strong female figures in their work. [ more ]
Juxtapoz
2 months ago
Design

Juxtapoz Magazine - Genevieve Cohn's "To Sow From Stones" Explores Female Power and Community

Feminist imagery and cooperation in art
Exploration of female power through collaboration and connectivity [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago
Dining

Taylor Swift y Beyonce evitaron (de nuevo) lanzar un album al mismo tiempo

Artists strategically plan album releases to avoid competition for top chart spots during the spring season. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
NYC real estate

Inside real estate experts' new home-buying trend for Gen Z: 'Houses before spouses'

Real estate experts suggest buying homes with friends as an innovative approach to property ownership.
Removing traditional homeownership barriers, like waiting for a partner, can empower women to own homes independently. [ more ]
Books
the Guardian
1 month ago
Books

Where to start with: Buchi Emecheta

Buchi Emecheta's journey is a story of resilience and determination in pursuing her dreams despite challenges.
Her novels reflect powerful themes of motherhood, female independence, and freedom through education rooted in her real-life experiences. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Books

The Night Alphabet by Joelle Taylor review relentlessly inventive

Intriguing fusion of past, present, and future in storytelling.
The power and significance of stories as central themes. [ more ]
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Time Out New York
1 month ago
Beer

The first female-certified cicerone in NYC shares her favorite spots to drink a beer

The term 'cicerone' now refers to beer experts certified through the Cicerone Certification Program.
Being a woman in a male-dominated industry like craft beer can bring a unique perspective to the field. [ more ]
BBC Sport
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

KC Current make history with bespoke women's stadium

Kansas City Current playing at the first bespoke women's football stadium can be a turning point for women's football globally.
The ownership's commitment to fostering change and empowerment for female athletes through the new stadium is evident. [ more ]
Pitchfork
2 months ago
Music

Neneh Cherry to Publish Memoir, A Thousand Threads

Neneh Cherry to release memoir documenting her life and music career.
Memoir celebrates female empowerment and global music scene. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Music

Gwen Stefani and No Doubt's greatest songs ranked!

No Doubt and Gwen Stefani have evolved their sound over the years, blending ska, R&B, and dancefloor influences.
Their music covers themes of female empowerment, breakup narratives, and innovative sound experimentation. [ more ]
Itsnicethat
2 months ago
Graphic design

Sweaty Betty ditches boutique branding to keep up with modern attitudes

Sweaty Betty underwent a rebranding with a new capitalised logotype and a more relatable typeface.
Fluoro focused on making Sweaty Betty's brand more real, representative, and relatable, catering to the concept of female empowerment. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 months ago
Law

Heather Gerken Is Yale's First Female Dean, But Hopes She Won't Be The Last

Being the first female dean at a prestigious institution can be a source of celebration and inspiration for others.
Dean Gerken mentions the support and acknowledgment she received from older male alumni. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Fashion & style

Dressing the Forgotten Woman

Fashion shows usually portray aspirational figures, not relatable everyday women.
There is a lack of representation of complex, messy, relatable women in the fashion industry. [ more ]
SWITCH
3 months ago
Career

So now you're a VP? How to manage your management role (as a woman).

Olivia's silence in management meetings had negative consequences for her department
Speaking up and sharing in meetings helped Olivia gain confidence and positively impact her new company [ more ]
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