Gender Equality
Marjorie Taylor Greene Calls For 'Trust The Science' In Anti-Trans Poster
Greene controversially hung the sign directly opposite the office of Illinois Representative Marie Newman, who spoke in Congress this week in support of the Equality Act.
Misogyny and 'Manosphere' Spreading To Playgrounds 'and Is a Terror Threat'
Boys are being deliberately targeted by online groups that welcome extreme acts of violence against women, research shows.
International Men's Day Divides People as Some People Make Light of It
One comedian tweeted, "in honor of international men's day i will watch one of the jackass films this evening."
Why Gender Equality Belongs at the Paris Peace Forum
Crises disproportionately hurt women and girls, and COVID-19 proves the rule.
A Woman Vice President? That's Not Remotely Enough
Women are fifty-one percent of Unites States' population. But even with this year's gain, their political representation remains a fraction of their male counterparts.
Female Health Experts Say They Receive More Graphic COVID Death Threats
"Most of my male colleagues don't get taken on in that way at all," Dr. Barbara Ferrer said when discussing the backlash and death threats female public health experts have received in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
Most Say U.S. Hasn't Gone Far Enough in Giving Women Equal Rights: Report
About four-in-10 Republican men said that women's gains in society have come at the expense of men.
The Average Woman Loses $407,760 Over Her Life Due to the Gender Wage Gap
Equal Pay Day falls on March 31 this year. At the current rate of progress in the U.S., women won't catch up to men when it comes to how much they are paid until 2059. Here's a by-the-numbers look at the persistent gender wage gap.
The State of (Gender Equity in) the Union
No, the Trump administration is clearly not building "the world's most prosperous and inclusive society." But we can make sure next year's address will be a whole lot different.
Study Shows Rise in Female Leads in 2019 Movies
The number of films with female leads or co-leads continued a trend noted last year.
The ERA Passed in the Virginia Legislature—What's Next?
Will the proposed amendment guaranteeing equal protection regardless of sex become part of the Constitution?
New York Latest State to Ban Employers From Asking for Wage History
New York State enacted a law Monday that bans employers from asking prospective employees how much money they earned in previous jobs.
Progress on Gender Equality 'Stalled' in North America in 2019, Study Shows
North America's gender gap will take 151 years to close—longer than Europe and Africa—according to a report from the World Economic Forum.
Starting 5: 'Avatar 2', 'The Simpsons', 400 Rallies, Equal Pay And More
There are more than 400 "Nobody Is Above the Law" rallies scheduled across the country tonight.
Poll: Nearly 40 Percent of Voters Believe Sexism Has Increased Under Trump
The results, released on Women's Equality Day, showed that 38 percent of respondents thought sexism has become more prevalent in the Trump era.
Lawsuit Claims University Paid Female Professor Less Than Male Colleague
The two professors allegedly both received above norm teaching ratings and were promoted at the same time.
Women Are Finally Considered As Competent As Men, but Still More Sensitive
A 1946 poll showed only 35 percent of Americans thought men and women could be equally intelligent.
69-Hour Soccer Game Breaks Guinness World Record
"I have always aimed to use my passion to inspire others," said Pakistani soccer star Hajra Khan, who made six goals in the marathon match.
'What About Men?' Gillibrand Shoots Down Fox News Gender Equality Question
"They're already there—do you not know?"
Freida Pinto on #MeToo and her bravest role yet
Ahead of the release of sex trafficking drama Love Sonia, Freida Pinto talks to Newsweek about #MeToo, why being outspoken is her responsibility, and how she prepared for her bravest role yet.
Italy's Next Leader Could be a Woman for the First Time
President Sergio Mattarella is considering nominating a "neutral government" to break political deadlock resulting from the March elections.
Airline Drops Skirts-Only Rule for Female Flight Crew
Female flight attendants won the right to wear trousers, following intense union pressure.
White Men React Poorly To Women And Minorities In Power
Researchers called the results of their study "unfortunate."
Best Countries to Be a Woman
The United States, one of the world's biggest economic and military powers, was ranked 16th on the list of the best countries for women.
Canadian Province Will Introduce 'Pay Transparency' Law
"It's time for change," Ontario's Premier Kathleen Wynne said.
Diaper Stations Will Finally Be in Men's Rooms Too
A new law requires diaper-changing stations in both men's and women's public restrooms, because dads are parents too.
Record Unhappiness With U.S. Women's Place in Society
Gallup linked the spike in dissatisfaction with the sharp focus that has been placed on how women are treated in the U.S. and around the world in the wake of the #MeToo movement and the Women's March on Washington.
Science Prize Bigger Than Nobel Leaves Women Out
Since its inception in 2012, just 9 percent of Breakthrough Prizes have gone to women.
Men and Women at Work: Equal but Different
We need to remind ourselves of the basics—valuing people as equals should not mean suppressing our differences.
The Gender Pay Gap Hasn't Budged
The gender wage gap persists, and the reasons for this issue are complex.