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Stalled Fertility Declines Linked to Women’s Education in Africa
Stalled fertility declines linked to disruptions in women’s education in Africa according to study by journal Proceedings of National Academy of Sciences.
Berlin Filmfest Rolls Out Red Carpet for Women Trailblazers
Berlin filmfest, kicked off Thursday making a statement against entertainment industry sexism by welcoming an unprecedented line-up of female directors.
Polish Women’s Rights Activists Targeted by Government
The Polish government is targeting women’s rights activists and organizations, putting women’s rights and safety at risk HRW report released today.
Nevada Becomes First State With Majority Female Legislature
On Monday, Nevada became first state in U.S. to begin a state legislative session in which more than half of elected officials were women, at 50.8 percent.
Study: Demand for Contraception Rose Sharply After 2016 Election
Demand for long acting contraception rose sharply after 2016 election by 21.6% in 30 days after election compared to rates at same time of year in 2015.
The Unexpected Dangers That Face Fleeing Saudi Women
New reporting from Australia sheds light on the risks Saudi women face fleeing abuse, discrimination, or repression to seek safety in another country.
Iranian Women See New Opportunities Alongside Old Barriers
Saba was just 25 when she left her design job in New York to work on a project renovating an art gallery back in her hometown Tehran.
Nigerian Women Struggle to Win Political Offices
When Nigerians go to the polls Feb. 16 for general elections, few will be expecting large numbers of female candidates to win.
10 Good Reasons Why Women Flee Saudi Arabia
Women face systematic discrimination, are exposed to domestic violence under the male guardianship system and have few places to turn when they face abuse.