Womb on Rent Film Review: A Surrogacy Documentary Exposing the Exploitation of Women in the Industry.
Womb on Rent Film Review. A surrogacy documentary exposing the exploitation of women in the industry. By Rachel Robles Film Review. “Womb on Rent uncovers the difficult realities of a woman’s struggle to survive in theRead More »
Roots of Resistance: The Women Defending Their Land in Guinea-Bissau
Roots of Resistance: The Women Defending Their Land in Guinea-Bissau. Women in Guinea-Bissau are courageously leading protests against a foreign mining company, fighting to protect their land, environment, and communities from devastating harm. By: Donesha “Dana”Read More »
Mayan Midwife Juanita: A Story of Empowerment and Tradition
Juanita Film Review. Mayan Midwife Juanita is a beacon of hope and strength, a woman who redefines the boundaries of traditional and modern medicine through her work as a midwife, healer, and activist.By Rachel Robles FilmRead More »
Child marriage: Girls Should Enjoy Their Childhood, Not Their Motherhood
Child Marriage: Girls Should Enjoy Their Childhood, Not Their Motherhood. To get rid of the child’s responsibility amid all the straining economic circumstances the family is encountering, families tend to marry off their daughters at aRead More »
La Flor Settlers Film Review. Rooted in Resilience: Stories from the Misiones Jungle
La Flor Settlers Film Review. Rooted in Resilience: Stories from the Misiones Jungle.By Rachel Robles Film Review. Nestled deep within the lush Misiones Jungle of northeastern Argentina, La Flor Settlers offers a visually poignant exploration ofRead More »
Moroccan Women’s Strides: Empowerment Through Education
Moroccan Women's Strides: Empowerment Through Education. Moroccan women strive hard amid many social constraints and economic instabilities to enhance their income and lives. By Mirna Fahmy Source: Adobe Stock Source: Maroc Mama Low Female Employment Rates.Read More »
11th Annual Women’s Voices Now Film Festival
11th Annual Women’s Voices Now Online Film Festival. We are proud to screen 39 films, representing 22 countries. To learn more about this year’s festival selection, click here. Women: In All Their Shapes and Forms. FilmRead More »
The Gender Wage Gap Is Widening—And Excuses Are Running Out
The Gender Wage Gap Is Widening—And Excuses Are Running Out. For decades, women have fought for equal pay, but recent data shows that progress is slipping backward. The wage gap, which had been inching toward parity,Read More »
Zero Tolerance Now: Ending FGM in 2025
Zero Tolerance Now: Ending FGM in 2025. On February 6, 2025, the world observes the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)—a day to confront a practice that harms over 230 million girlsRead More »
The Feminine Strength of Mani Ratnam’s Films
The Feminine Strength of Mani Ratnam’s Films. Mani Ratnam, a celebrated Indian filmmaker known for his profound impact on cinema, has consistently crafted narratives that highlight the strength and complexity of female characters. His films areRead More »
President Julius Maada Bio’s Vision for Gender Equality in Sierra Leone
President Julius Maada Bio’s Vision for Gender Equality in Sierra Leone. Since taking office in April 2018, President Julius Maada Bio has led Sierra Leone through transformative economic and social reforms aimed at fostering sustainable developmentRead More »
Kurdish Women in Rojava: A Beacon of Equality Under Threat
Kurdish Women in Rojava: A Beacon of Equality Under Threat. While American women face eroding autonomy, Kurdish women in Rojava (North and East Syria) have forged a society where gender equality, ecology, and grassroots democracy thrive—evenRead More »
The Women’s Revolution in Rojava: A Feminist Model Under Siege
The Women's Revolution in Rojava: A Feminist Model Under Siege. Women’s resilience and leadership shine in every corner of the world, and the Kurdish women in Rojava, North and East Syria, embody this spirit. Their fightRead More »
Film Review. A Schedule for Change: Shining a Light on Gender Inequality in Schools
Film Review. A Schedule for Change: Shining a Light on Gender Inequality in Schools. Through powerful narratives and stop-motion animation, A Schedule for Change exposes the silent struggles of young women navigating gender inequality in today'sRead More »
Film Review. Domino Effect: The Power of Holding Space and Reclaiming Identity
Film Review. Domino Effect: The Power of Holding Space and Reclaiming Identity. It’s like living in different facades—you can never really be who you are.By Rachel Robles The Film. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7H27OfCimF4 The Film Review. Domino Effect isRead More »
Moms Helping Moms: Bringing Relief to Families Displaced by Wildfires
Moms Helping Moms: Bringing Relief to Families Displaced by Wildfires As wildfires continue to devastate southern California, countless families are left grappling with the loss of their homes and a sense of stability. Among the chaos,Read More »
Women’s Rights in Syria Under Threat as New Government Enforces Oppression
Women's Rights in Syria Under Threat as New Government Enforces Oppression. The fall of Syria’s Assad regime offers hope for a new beginning, but the future of women's rights in Syria remains uncertain. For Syrian women,Read More »
2025 Sundance Film Festival: 3 Inspiring Women Directors to Watch
Inspiring Women Directors to Watch at The 2025 Sundance Film Festival. Sundance Film Festival has long been a launchpad for visionary filmmakers, and this year is no different. With women directors leading the charge, the 2025Read More »
