Female Genital Mutilation: World Needs to Wake Up to the Menace
Female genital mutilation (FGM) involves the removal of external genitalia for non-medical reasons, affecting over 200 million women and girls worldwide, with many more at risk.
26 Women & Girls Missing, 5 Found Dead in Northern Mexico
At least 26 women and girls have gone missing in Nuevo Leon, Mexico. Efforts to find them are ongoing as the state grapples with a surge in gender violence and unsolved cases.
Women's Earnings Fall after Childbirth: Study
A Cornell study shows that U.S. mothers’ earnings drop significantly after their first child, while fathers' earnings remain steady. This pattern has persisted despite progress in other gender equality areas.
Are the Changing Rules of Work Good for Women?
The pandemic forced many businesses to adopt remote work, but this shift has been especially tough on women, who faced job losses and burnout due to added caregiving responsibilities.
Women Shoulder Office, Housework, Pay Gap: Survey
A recent study found women in tech are held to higher standards and often assigned administrative tasks, showing ongoing gender inequality in the industry.
Studies Suggest Further Need for Women Leaders in Heart Disease Research & Care
Recent studies show progress in closing the gender gap in cardiology, but women still face significant underrepresentation in leadership and research roles.
Infertility History Associated with Increased Risk of Heart Failure
A study links infertility to a 16% higher risk of heart failure in women, particularly affecting those with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF).
Inequality in England's Society Cuts Women's Lives Short
Women in England's poorest areas face an eight-year shorter life expectancy compared to those in wealthier regions, falling below the global average for similar countries.
10 Nonprofit Organizations that Support Women around the World
Women for Women International supports marginalized women in conflict zones with skills and business opportunities, improving their lives since 1993 through vocational training and legal awareness.
Women Now Occupy 19.7% Corporate Board Seats Globally: Deloitte
Recent findings show women’s representation on corporate boards globally rose to 19.7%, up 2.9% from 2019, though only 6.7% of boards have female chairs.
Women Grossly Under-Represented in Global Economy
A recent survey reveals women hold fewer top positions in economics compared to men and often leave their careers earlier, highlighting ongoing gender disparities in the field.
Taylor Swift Successful Singer and Businesswoman
Taylor Swift’s success extends beyond music, using innovative marketing and strategic partnerships to transform her brand and the music industry’s approach to streaming.