Tag #Gender Equality

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EU Election Report Highlights Decline in Women's Political Participation

A European Commission report reveals a drop in women's voter turnout and representation in the 2024 European Parliament elections, alongside increased online threats and Russian interference, prompting calls for improved protection and participation.

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Gender Equality
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Blue Plaque Honors Bradford Theatre Pioneer Esmé Church

A blue plaque has been unveiled in Bradford, England, commemorating actress and director Esmé Church (1893-1972), who founded the Northern Theatre School, mentoring notable actors such as Billie Whitelaw and Sir Robert Stephens, and highlighting the underrepresentation of women in theatre leadership...

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US Anti-Diversity Movement Threatens Global Diversity Initiatives

A politically driven anti-diversity movement in the US threatens women's networking events, corporate diversity programs, and related research, impacting businesses across the EU due to inaction from European equality authorities.

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Gender Equality
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Addressing Unspoken Biases in Hiring: A Candidate's Proactive Approach

This article discusses how candidates can effectively address unspoken biases in hiring and client pitches by directly acknowledging and answering the implied questions, thereby controlling the narrative and improving their chances of success.

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Gender Equality
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SGP Vlissingen Nominates Woman for Parliament Despite Party Stance

The SGP Vlissingen chapter nominated Lilian Janse, a female council member since 2014, as a candidate for the Dutch Parliament, defying a recent party decision against women in politics; the national party stated that it will consider her candidacy.

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Gender Equality
elpais.com
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Actresses Spearhead Feminist Movement in 2015

In 2015, several high-profile actresses, including Emma Watson, Jennifer Lawrence, and Amal Clooney, publicly championed feminist causes, raising awareness about gender inequality in Hollywood and beyond, prompting discussions and inspiring activism.

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Gender Equality
bbc.com
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WWII Night Witches: How Soviet Women Pilots Defied the Odds

A new BBC podcast episode details the WWII Night Witches, a squadron of Russian female pilots who used innovative tactics and limited resources to effectively bomb German forces; their voluntary service and courage highlight the impact of individual commitment during wartime.

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Gender Equality
elpais.com
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Galician Councillor Resigns Amidst Sexual Assault Investigation

Galician Sea Councillor Alfonso Villares resigned Wednesday following a sexual assault complaint filed months prior; the case, initially handled by the Superior Court of Justice of Galicia due to his aforamiento, will now be delayed, returning to Ferrol.

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Gender Equality
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Guerrilla Girls' 1989 Met Museum Protest: A Catalyst for Change

In 1989, the feminist activist group Guerrilla Girls challenged the Metropolitan Museum of Art's gender imbalance by questioning why so few works were by women despite the frequent depiction of female nudes, sparking a debate that continues today.

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smh.com.au
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Australian Politicians Condemn Liberal Men's Comments on Women's Role in Politics

Former Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk and Nationals senator Bridget McKenzie condemned comments by Victorian Liberal men Alan Stockdale and Richard Alston suggesting women are sufficiently assertive in politics, sparking debate about gender equality.

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Gender Equality
euronews.com
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Foreign Aid Cuts Cripple Women's Rights Groups in Crisis Zones

Massive foreign aid cuts, particularly from the US and Europe, threaten to close almost half of the women-led and women's rights organizations within six months, denying vital services to women and girls in conflict and crisis zones, reversing progress on gender equality, and potentially causing inc...

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Gender Equality
theguardian.com
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Susan Brownmiller's "Against Our Will": A Legacy of Controversy and Reform

Susan Brownmiller, who died aged 90, published the highly influential book "Against Our Will" in 1975, which redefined rape as a political act of male dominance, influencing legal changes and sparking considerable debate.

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Gender Equality

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