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 »
Tshering Tshomo: The Sole Woman Shaping Bhutan’s Political Future
Tshering Tshomo: The Sole Woman Shaping Bhutan's Political Future. In Bhutan’s 2023 National Council elections, only one woman was elected. Despite progress, women still face challenges to political participation. By Rachel “Sink” Lindsay One Woman Wins.Read More »
Mother-Daughter Science Team Up To Discover New Worlds
Mother-Daughter Science Team Up To Discover New Worlds . This Mother's Day, let's take a moment to honor the incredible achievements of this inspiring mother-daughter science duo and all the mothers and daughters out there whoRead More »
Revolutionizing Hip Hop & House: How ‘90s Black Women Shaped Modern Music
Revolutionizing Hip Hop & House: How ‘90s Black Women Shaped Modern Music. Since hip-hop and house music’s inception, Black women have played a critical role in shaping and expanding the genres. Though many of their contributionsRead More »
6 Trailblazing Women Defending The Environment Around The World
Meet 6 Trailblazing Women Defending The Environment Around The World . In honor of this year’s upcoming Earth Day, we’re celebrating six trailblazing women defending the environment and leading the charge in the fight against climateRead More »
