gender-based violence
How the climate crisis affects gender equity and equality
Learn how the State Department is helping to create a more equitable future for women and girls as the climate crisis worsens.
U.S. company champions women workers in India
Read about GAP Inc., one of the recipients of the State Department's annual Award for Corporate Excellence (ACE).
The global scourge of gender-based violence
Learn more about what the Office of Global Women's Issues is doing to counter a surge of online and physical violence against women.
Putting an end to street harassment everywhere
Learn about how three organizations are tackling street harassment of women, people of color and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Countering the ‘shadow pandemic’ of gender-based violence
Around the world rates of domestic violence have spiked during COVID-19. Learn how the U.S. is working to end this "shadow pandemic."
U.S. gives global groups $580 million to combat COVID-19
Multilateral organizations are fighting the COVID-19 pandemic around the world. Learn how the U.S. is supporting these vital efforts.
Fostering equity and equality for all
The Biden-Harris administration has an ambitious 10-point strategy to achieve gender equity. See what the plan involves.
Ending violence against women: A human rights imperative
November 25 is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Learn how the U.S. is tackling this issue around the world.
Partnering to protect women in crisis
The U.S. is partnering with the United Nations and other organizations to help women suffering in humanitarian crises. Learn more about these efforts.