Hydrologist Fadji Maina’s path from Niger to NASA
Fadji Maina made history as NASA's first Nigerien scientist. Learn how her childhood inspired her to become a hydrologist and what she's working on.
Advocating for women in a place of conflict
As a child, Rita M. Lopidia learned that women are usually the first victims of political conflict. Now she's won an award for building peace.
Women are a crucial part of the U.S. military
In all branches of the U.S. military, women serve important roles, from enlisted personnel to four-star generals and admirals.
An inspiring portrait, in person or online
A mural of activist Ida B. Wells was unveiled to mark the centennial of the passage of the 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote in the U.S.
Kids use art to honor women’s right to vote
First lady Melania Trump and the Office of the White House Curator launched an art exhibition to honor the ratification of the 19th Amendment.
U.S. initiative invests millions to empower women around the world
Ivanka Trump announces $122 million in new U.S. government funding for the W-GDP Initiative, which helps women in business everywhere.
U.S. gives women the POWER to grow businesses globally
The State Department's POWER initiative helps female small-business owners and entrepreneurs around the world. Learn more about the program.
A huge step forward for women voters turns 100 [video]
The 19th Amendment was ratified on August 18, 1920. Learn how this was the first step to ensuring all women could vote in the U.S.
Want peace and security? Include women in leadership roles.
The State Department plans to promote security by helping women worldwide reach leadership positions in dealing with conflict.