A Call to End The Silence on Hamas Terrorists’ Sexual Violence
A Call to End The Silence on Hamas Terrorists' Sexual Violence. Women’s Voices Now Executive Director Says “Rape Isn’t Resistance” & Asks for Reflection on the Silence and Denial of Sexual Violence from October 7th. ByRead More »
Hamas Sexual Violence: The Urgent Need for Global Solidarity
Exposing Hamas Sexual Violence and Urging Global Action. In the wake of October 7, the world faced a grim reality—Hamas terrorists unleashed sexual violence in Israel. This article reveals the aftermath, urging global unity against HamasRead More »
How Fariba Adelkhah and Anti-Hijab Protests Changed Iran & Its Prisons
How “Women, Life, Freedom” Anti-Hijab Protests Changed Iran & Its Prisons. The “Women, Life, Freedom” movement that erupted in Iran last year has transformed the country both inside and outside prison, according to French-Iranian anthropologist andRead More »
Durga Puja Pandal Festival Breaks Menstruation Taboos in Kolkata
Durga Puja Festival Pandal Breaks Menstruation Taboos in Kolkata. In Kolkata, India’s cultural capital, a Durga Puja Festival pandal boldly broke societal taboos, advocating for menstrual equity. By Rachel “Sink” Lindsay Durga Puja Festival. The Durga PujaRead More »
5 Women Filmmakers Changing Canadian Cinema
5 Women Filmmakers Changing Canadian Cinema. Meet five independent filmmakers who are bringing women's dreams to life in tangible ways. By Rachel “Sink” Lindsay Anubha Momin. Anubha Momin is a writer and producer who has workedRead More »
Escalating Sex Segregation in Israel Sparks Outrage Over Women’s Rights
Escalating Sex Segregation in Israel Sparks Outrage Over Women's Rights. The past decade has seen sex segregation become more normalized in Israel, with more incidents of separation on the rise. For other stories on women makingRead More »
Event – Sept. 7, 2023 – Support Afghan Women’s Voices
Event: Support Afghan Women’s Voices. Join us on Sept. 7, 2023 for a screening of With This Breath I Fly (Afghanistan/UK/US), a feature-length documentary film by directors Sam French and Clementine Malpas. This film is theRead More »
Tragic Death of Nepali Teen Prompts Urgent Call for Change in ‘Period Hut’ Practices
Tragic Death of Nepali Teen Prompts Urgent Call for Change in 'Period Hut' Practice. A teen girl from Nepal has died as a result of the illegal practice of chhaupadi, where menstruating women are forced toRead More »
From India to Egypt: Social Media Used to Raise Awareness on Violence Against Women
From India to Egypt: Raising Awareness on Violence Against Women. From Manipur to Egypt, women around the globe are using social media to raise awareness and demand justice. For other stories on women making an impact,Read More »
Record-Breaking Viewership: Women’s World Cup Dominates as Most-Watched Show
Women's World Cup Dominates as Most-Watched Show. The Women’s World Cup was the most-watched show on television as it broke records for the highest-ever English language viewership of a group stage match in women’s FIFA WorldRead More »
Barbie Director Greta Gerwig Empowers Women Everywhere
‘Barbie’ Breaks Box Office Records: Greta Gerwig Empowers Women Directors Everywhere. Greta Gerwig made history this weekend when Barbie achieved the biggest debut ever for a film directed by a woman. Her success will undoubtedly helpRead More »
Breaking The Silence on Femicide in Mexico
Breaking The Silence on Femicide in Mexico. Mexican women who survived attempted femicide are turning their haunting experiences into a struggle for justice.By Rachel “Sink” Lindsay Staggering Stats. In Mexico, some 10 women and girls are killedRead More »
Conflict in Sudan: Women’s Organizations Fight Against Sexual Violence
Women's Fight Against Sexual Violence Amid Conflict In Sudan. Since the recent conflict outbreak in Sudan, women, girls and people of all genders are facing another, often less visible threat: heightened sexual and gender-based violence.By RachelRead More »
Indigenous Women in Guyana Fight Against Climate Change
Indigenous Women in Guyana Fight Against Climate Change. A small group of Indigenous women in northern Guyana have joined the fight against climate change.By Rachel “Sink” Lindsay Women-Led Climate Protection. A small group of Indigenous womenRead More »
Tori Bowie’s Fatal Childbirth and Black American Mothers’ Risk
Tori Bowie's Fatal Childbirth and Black American Mothers' Risk. Olympian Tori Bowie’s sudden death due to complications during labor reignites the important conversation of Black maternal health By Rachel “Sink” Lindsay What Happened. Tori Bowie, anRead More »
Women Politicians in Uganda Stand Up to Online Abuse
Women Politicians in Uganda Stand Up to Online Abuse. From hate speech to physical threats, these women politicians in Uganda boldly fight against the alarming reality of online abuse.By Rachel “Sink” Lindsay Online Abuse to DiscourageRead More »
Women Activists Challenging Period Taboos in Pakistan
Women Activists Challenging Period Taboos in Pakistan. Facing threats and alienation, women push for menstrual awareness in a country where women’s health taboos limit rights.By Rachel “Sink” Lindsay Pakistan Floods. Last year, more than 33 millionRead More »
5 Ways To Fight For Gender Equality At Home
5 Ways to Fight for Gender Equality at Home Families around the world are on the front lines of the struggle for gender equality. Here are five ways families can help build a more equal futureRead More »
