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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Senegal's schools for husbands' aim to shift gender roles

The prophet himself says that a man who does not help to support his wife and children is not a good Muslim, said the 53-year-old, as he described bathing his baby and assisting his wife with other duties. Some of the men chuckled, not entirely convinced, while others applauded.
Public health
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Lessons for boys and girls about periods should be compulsory at school, study finds

Comprehensive menstruation education is inadequate in UK schools, with many students only receiving two lessons throughout their education.
SF LGBT
fromBusiness Insider
1 day ago

'Man Franscisco' not allowed: Inside a tech party that enforced a 50/50 gender split

A Saturday party at Tesla enforced a 50:50 gender ratio to address gender disparity in San Francisco's tech dating scene.
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

In Families, Women Still Do Most of the Cognitive Work

"The mental load is almost completely borne by women. It's permanent and exhausting work. And it's invisible."
Women
fromNature
3 days ago

'Computing is a Black people's thing'

Sonia Guimarães champions gender and racial equality in Brazilian science, having faced numerous hurdles while becoming the first Afro-Brazilian woman with a doctorate in physics.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Zoe Aldcroft: This World Cup has the potential to change women's rugby for ever'

I must have been 12 at the time as I was the only girl playing rugby and we were up at Whitby. It was the coldest day ever and the wind was whipping.
Left-wing politics
Television
fromThe New Yorker
4 days ago

The Hyped Revival of Mixed Doubles

Carlos Alcaraz faced criticism for not naming female players in an on-court interview, highlighting the gender disparity in tennis fandom.
#education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

UK could fail to meet commitment to spend 80% of foreign aid on gender equality projects

Government may abandon commitment to allocate 80% of foreign aid for gender equality projects.
#womens-sports
#women-in-sports
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago
National Football League

How Jen Welter's hiring by the Cardinals a decade ago has changed the NFL landscape for women

fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago
National Football League

How Jen Welter's hiring by the Cardinals a decade ago has changed the NFL landscape for women

fromFast Company
1 week ago

Leadership Isn't Masculine-Or Feminine. It's Human

Melanie Dulbecco transformed Torani Syrups into a $500 million company through holistic leadership that combines both masculine and feminine traits.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Bumble, Funko help set record pace for ousters of female CEOs

This year has already brought 70 force-outs in all through July 31, according to exechange.com. However, data shows that female CEOs have shorter tenures and are more likely to be forced out than their male counterparts.
Women
Women
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

MLB names first woman to umpire a regular-season major league game

Jen Pawol will be the first female umpire in a Major League Baseball game since Pamela Postema in 1988.
#transgender-athletes
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago
San Francisco Giants

Rules changed for CA women's track and field state championship over transgender athlete criticism

The California high school sports agency plans to award medals to both a transgender and assigned female athlete if they place in the top spots.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
SF parents

High school female track star poses on first-place podium after finishing second to trans athlete: 'Real champ!'

Reese Hogan claimed her moment at a state meet despite finishing second to a male-born transgender athlete, symbolizing resistance and resilience.
San Francisco Giants
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Rules changed for CA women's track and field state championship over transgender athlete criticism

The California high school sports agency plans to award medals to both a transgender and assigned female athlete if they place in the top spots.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
SF parents

High school female track star poses on first-place podium after finishing second to trans athlete: 'Real champ!'

#transgender-rights
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Why investing in women's health is good for business

Preeclampsia is a significant cause of death for mothers and newborns, with no known causes or cures, leading to immense suffering and loss.
Public health
#womens-rights
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Social justice

UK has got fat' on decades of free labour by women, says MP Jess Phillips

UK has relied on women's unpaid labor for essential services, highlighting systemic sexism and neglect from government.
Non-profit organizations
fromeuronews
2 months ago

'They will die': Foreign aid cuts hit women and girls the hardest

Foreign aid cuts are severely impacting women's rights organizations, risking lives and vital support for women and girls in crisis zones.
Non-profit organizations
fromeuronews
2 months ago

'They will die': Foreign aid cuts hit women and girls the hardest

Foreign aid cuts are severely impacting women's rights organizations, risking lives and vital support for women and girls in crisis zones.
Remote teams
fromSBS News
2 weeks ago

A 'really important initiative' or 'complete overreach': New WFH plan draws mixed reactions

Workers must find balance without penalties, especially women and carers.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Ex-Man Utd striker Hernandez apologises for sexism

In an apology posted on Instagram, he said it was 'never my intention' to 'hurt or divide'. "I deeply regret any confusion or discomfort that my recent words have caused."
Manchester United
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
1 month ago

Snapchat Partners With TOGETHXR to Help Female Athletes Boost Their Presence

Snapchat partners with TOGETHXR to enhance female athletes' visibility through the Snap the Gap content accelerator program.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The quiet, matter of fact takeover of women holding senior economist roles | Heather Stewart

The UK is witnessing a shift towards more female representation in key economic policymaking roles.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

South-west London primary school uses trans actor Elliot Page as positive example of masculinity

Elliot Page has been included in teaching materials at Streatham Wells Primary School to exemplify positive masculinity, challenging harmful gender stereotypes and encouraging kindness, empathy, and emotional literacy.
LGBT
#womens-football
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

People Are Sharing Their "Unhinged" Ways Of Practicing Microfeminism

"When I worked as a banker, I ALWAYS made the woman primary on the account," one user wrote.
Women
#trans-rights
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

UK launches 500 package to support diverse, underrepresented investors and founders | TechCrunch

The British Business Bank is creating a £500 million economic package to support diverse and underrepresented fund managers and founders in the UK.
Venture
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Designer Sonya Lennon: 'I was threatened with arrest mid-air. There was a garda van waiting on the apron when we got to Dublin Airport'

Meditation has become a vital tool for balancing my professional pressures and personal life. It nurtures my mental health, enabling clearer thinking and creativity.
Mindfulness
fromScary Mommy
1 month ago

A Man Goes In For A Vasectomy & This Is The Pamphlet He's Given

"I went to get my vasectomy consult today, and they gave me paperwork for different options to look over, and I am so annoyed with this list I almost blew a gasket."
Health
#california
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Wife Has a Maddening Expectation of Me When We're Out. She Swears It's Not a Big Deal.

Functionality in clothing should ensure everyone can carry personal essentials.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

'Invest in Women' fund criticised for slow rollout as MPs call for bolder action

The Invest in Women Taskforce has raised over £250 million, but the fund will not begin investing until the end of 2025, a year after fundraising was announced.
Women
#football
fromCN Traveller
1 month ago
Women

"I can and I will keep playing football on my own terms": Inside the London clubs forging a new path for inclusive football

fromCN Traveller
1 month ago
Women

"I can and I will keep playing football on my own terms": Inside the London clubs forging a new path for inclusive football

fromNature
1 month ago

Japan requires name change after marriage - with big effects on female scientists

Japan's unique naming law complicates researchers' professional lives, primarily affecting women who change their last names after marriage.
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Denmark takes rare step of adding women to draft amid Russia war fears

"I think it is unequal to only conscript men," said Rosa Collet, 16. Collet, who describes herself as a feminist, opposes military conscription as a whole but believes that where it exists, it should include both men and women.
Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

UEFA women's Euros kick off in Switzerland DW 07/02/2025

Women's Euro 2025 tournament features 16 teams competing from July 2 to July 27, with matches held in eight Swiss cities.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Mexico City honors its pre-Hispanic heritage on the 700th anniversary of Tenochtitlan

Mexico City is set to celebrate its 700th anniversary in 2025, commemorating its historical roots dating back to Tenochtitlan, a city surrounded by a lake and canals.
History
Social justice
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

'Manosphere': When influencers normalize misogyny for clicks DW 06/30/2025

Misogyny is escalating on social media through the manosphere, where influencers promote anti-feminist ideologies and seek to reclaim male power.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Transgender campaigners call for European rights body to report on UK

The joint letter to the Council of Europe highlights the urgent need for a review of UK policies, asserting that current enactments infringe upon ECHR protections.
LGBT
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

The Archaic Sex-Discrimination Case the Supreme Court Is Reviving

The implications of the Supreme Court's decision in United States v. Skrmetti are profound, potentially reversing advancements in both transgender rights and gender equality.
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Today in History: June 24, Sally Ride completes historic space shuttle mission

June 24 marks pivotal historical events such as Sally Ride's spaceflight and the Berlin blockade, illustrating significant advancements and struggles faced by society.
Women in technology
fromJezebel
1 month ago

Girl Power! One of the U.S. Pilots Who Bombed Iran Was a Woman

A female pilot participated in the U.S. attack on Iran, showcasing progress in gender equality amidst geopolitical tensions.
Dallas Cowboys
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Getting Major Pay Raise | Entrepreneur

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders receive a 400% pay increase for the upcoming season, ending a long battle for fair wages.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Tough, whip-smart and selfless: Melissa Hortman, singular force for democracy', remembered

Melissa Hortman boldly challenged a card game of male lawmakers, advocating for women's voices and leaving a significant impact on Minnesota's political landscape.
UK news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

British prime minister names first woman to lead MI6 intelligence service

Blaise Metreweli becomes the first woman to lead MI6, marking a significant milestone in the agency's history.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

EHRC urged to extend consultation on post-supreme court ruling gender guidance

Charities urge the equalities watchdog to extend the consultation period to ensure proper engagement and robust guidance on the Supreme Court gender ruling.
#paternity-leave
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Brighton's trailblazer Aisha Masaka: It was my dream to play in Europe'

Aisha Masaka is the first Tanzanian woman to play in the Women's Super League and champions gender equality through sports.
#parental-leave
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
UK politics

Paternity leave is outdated and unequal, MPs say

UK's statutory parental leave is criticized for being inadequate compared to other developed nations.
Cross-party MPs call for significant reform to update outmoded paternity leave rules.
Parenting
fromFatherly
2 months ago

What Nordic Dads Have That American Dads Don't

Nordic countries have seen a cultural shift in fatherhood, with dads increasingly involved in parenting and supportive of parental leave.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Paternity leave is outdated and unequal, MPs say

UK's statutory parental leave is criticized for being inadequate compared to other developed nations.
Cross-party MPs call for significant reform to update outmoded paternity leave rules.
Parenting
fromFatherly
2 months ago

What Nordic Dads Have That American Dads Don't

Nordic countries have seen a cultural shift in fatherhood, with dads increasingly involved in parenting and supportive of parental leave.
fromNature
2 months ago

How DEI is misunderstood - and the real route to gender equality

Patriarchy continues to thwart gender equality in the workplace despite initiatives aimed at diversity and inclusion.
Current DEI efforts often serve business interests more than they address structural gender biases.
NYC parents
fromDailycaller
2 months ago

Girls' Soccer Teams Booted From $4M Taxpayer-Funded Field

The NYC Department of Education's renovation decision has led to unfair displacement of girls' soccer teams for the benefit of a boys' school.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump is strongarming companies elsewhere into cutting DEI. Those that cave in now will regret it later | Miriam Gonzalez Durantez

Women’s networking events, diversity data collection, and targeted training are increasingly under attack, with companies fearing backlash and changes to their commitments to gender equality.
Women in technology
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

11-year-old East Bay girl heading to Little League Legacy Baseball Series in Pennsylvania

Allena Darby, an 11-year-old baseball player, is set to participate in the prestigious Little League Legacy Baseball Series in Pennsylvania.
#garrick-club
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

The real reason fewer men may be choosing to become vets

The veterinary profession has a significant female presence, yet remains lacking in cultural diversity.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany updates: Baerbock set to lead UN General Assembly DW 06/02/2025

Annalena Baerbock, running unopposed for UN General Assembly president, aims to unify all member states and prioritize gender equality, climate protection, and sustainability.
Germany politics
Fashion & style
fromwww.90min.com
2 months ago

Umbro x Stine Goya partner to launch unique kit collection

Umbro's collaboration with Stine Goya blends sportswear and fashion, emphasizing equality and representation in football.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Men need liberation too': do we need more male novelists?

Conduit Books aims to address the scarcity of new male writers in UK literary publishing.
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

The trailblazing trans miner of Patagonia: I hacked the system. I set a precedent. We changed history'

Carla Antonella Rodriguez fought against societal norms for her right to work in the coal mine, ultimately impacting women’s roles in the workforce after 80 years.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Ons Jabeur hits out at lack of women's matches in French Open primetime slots

Ons Jabeur criticizes Roland Garros for favoring men's tennis, calling for better representation of women's matches in the schedule.
#sports
fromDefector
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Dumbass Irish Rule Forcing Female Athletes To Wear Skirts Finally Repealed | Defector

fromDefector
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Dumbass Irish Rule Forcing Female Athletes To Wear Skirts Finally Repealed | Defector

SF politics
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Camogie players can wear skorts or shorts after motion passes at special meeting

Delegates overwhelmingly approved allowing players to choose shorts, highlighting significant progress in the Camogie Association's attire regulations.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

60 charities demand UK reverse shameful' aid cuts for women and girls

Funding cuts to gender equality projects risk women's safety and well-being globally,
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