women’s empowerment
Wonder Woman smashes box-office records and gender stereotypes
The Wonder Woman movie, directed by American Patty Jenkins and starring Israeli Gal Gadot, is bringing attention to women's roles in Hollywood and beyond.
Malala Yousafzai becomes youngest U.N. peace messenger
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai is now a U.N. Messenger of Peace, the highest honor bestowed by the U.N. chief on a global citizen.
Despite laws, many women struggle for inheritance rights
Some societies still follow the tradition that a dead man's property goes to his adult sons or is repossessed by his family, completely bypassing women.
Which country has the best women’s hockey team?
With the Winter Olympics looming in 2018, hockey fans look to Michigan, where eight nations are competing in the ice hockey Women’s World Championship.
World War I propelled women into workforce and voting booths
World War I marked the beginning of a new era for American women, securing them the right to vote and opening up jobs previously reserved for men.
Ivanka Trump to attend Women’s Economic Summit in Berlin
Ivanka Trump is planning a trip to Germany to attend a summit on the economic empowerment of women. She was invited by German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Batter up! These women are bringing baseball to Gaza.
Baseball has grown in popularity in the Middle East. In Gaza, interest in baseball turned out to be stronger among girls than boys.
Gender inequality raises risks of HIV infection
In some countries, girls are up to 14 times more likely than their male counterparts to be infected with HIV. Learn why gender inequality plays a role.
First lady honors courageous women from around the world
First lady Melania Trump honored a group of women from around the world for their bravery in fighting for women's empowerment and human rights.