Dutch Female Professor Numbers Rise, but Budget Cuts Threaten Progress
The number of female professors in the Netherlands increased to 28.7% in 2024, exceeding the 30% target in University Medical Centers but falling short of the national goal; this slow progress, coupled with looming budget cuts, threatens gender equality initiatives.
Dutch Female Professor Numbers Rise, but Budget Cuts Threaten Progress
The number of female professors in the Netherlands increased to 28.7% in 2024, exceeding the 30% target in University Medical Centers but falling short of the national goal; this slow progress, coupled with looming budget cuts, threatens gender equality initiatives.
Progress
20% Bias Score
Influencer Reveals "Stealthing" Rape, Advocates for Legal Action
British influencer Megan Barton Hanson revealed she was raped via stealthing at age 19, resulting in an unwanted pregnancy and subsequent violent assault by her partner; she is advocating for greater awareness and legal action against this form of sexual assault.
Influencer Reveals "Stealthing" Rape, Advocates for Legal Action
British influencer Megan Barton Hanson revealed she was raped via stealthing at age 19, resulting in an unwanted pregnancy and subsequent violent assault by her partner; she is advocating for greater awareness and legal action against this form of sexual assault.
Progress
40% Bias Score
Controversial Gender Segregation Bill Approved in Israel
Israel's Ministerial Committee approved a bill expanding gender segregation in universities, despite court rulings and widespread opposition citing hypocrisy and undermining of religious freedom and gender equality, contradicting the nation's commitment to these values.
Controversial Gender Segregation Bill Approved in Israel
Israel's Ministerial Committee approved a bill expanding gender segregation in universities, despite court rulings and widespread opposition citing hypocrisy and undermining of religious freedom and gender equality, contradicting the nation's commitment to these values.
Progress
68% Bias Score
UK's Reluctance to Challenge Religious Views Hindering LGBTQ+ Rights
A recent LBC radio conversation highlighted the conflict between religious views and LGBTQ+ rights in the UK, exposing a reluctance to challenge religiously-based arguments against liberal values, a trend exemplified by the Church of England's discriminatory practices and the lack of robust oppositi...
UK's Reluctance to Challenge Religious Views Hindering LGBTQ+ Rights
A recent LBC radio conversation highlighted the conflict between religious views and LGBTQ+ rights in the UK, exposing a reluctance to challenge religiously-based arguments against liberal values, a trend exemplified by the Church of England's discriminatory practices and the lack of robust oppositi...
Progress
56% Bias Score
"Tesis sobre una domesticación": A Film Exploring Transgender Success and Societal Constraints
"Tesis sobre una domesticación", a film directed by Javier van de Couter and based on Camila Sosa Villada's novel, portrays the journey of a successful transgender woman navigating personal and professional achievements while confronting societal expectations and internal conflicts. The film premier...
"Tesis sobre una domesticación": A Film Exploring Transgender Success and Societal Constraints
"Tesis sobre una domesticación", a film directed by Javier van de Couter and based on Camila Sosa Villada's novel, portrays the journey of a successful transgender woman navigating personal and professional achievements while confronting societal expectations and internal conflicts. The film premier...
Progress
44% Bias Score
Sibling Abuse: A Case Study Revealing Long-Term Consequences and Systemic Issues
Ambika, a 40-year-old South Asian woman, endured years of physical and emotional abuse by her favored brother, enabled by her parents' denial, resulting in low self-esteem, social anxiety, and estrangement from her brother; highlighting the significant, underreported issue of sibling abuse.
Sibling Abuse: A Case Study Revealing Long-Term Consequences and Systemic Issues
Ambika, a 40-year-old South Asian woman, endured years of physical and emotional abuse by her favored brother, enabled by her parents' denial, resulting in low self-esteem, social anxiety, and estrangement from her brother; highlighting the significant, underreported issue of sibling abuse.
Progress
24% Bias Score
Getafe Launches Self-Defense Kit Against Sexist Aesthetic Violence
The Getafe City Council launched a self-defense kit against sexist aesthetic violence on December 13th, providing tools and advice to women to combat unrealistic beauty standards and their negative mental health effects, such as anxiety, depression, and eating disorders.
Getafe Launches Self-Defense Kit Against Sexist Aesthetic Violence
The Getafe City Council launched a self-defense kit against sexist aesthetic violence on December 13th, providing tools and advice to women to combat unrealistic beauty standards and their negative mental health effects, such as anxiety, depression, and eating disorders.
Progress
48% Bias Score
German Abortion Law Changes Spark Protests and Political Debate
In Berlin and Karlsruhe, Germany, up to 5,000 people protested for abortion legalization, leading to nine criminal complaints and five arrests in Berlin. A proposed bill aims to legalize abortion up to 12 weeks and have health insurance cover the costs, sparking political and societal debate.
German Abortion Law Changes Spark Protests and Political Debate
In Berlin and Karlsruhe, Germany, up to 5,000 people protested for abortion legalization, leading to nine criminal complaints and five arrests in Berlin. A proposed bill aims to legalize abortion up to 12 weeks and have health insurance cover the costs, sparking political and societal debate.
Progress
56% Bias Score
Introverted Leaders Drive 28% Higher Productivity
Introverted leaders generate 28% higher productivity in engaged teams than extroverted leaders, according to research by Grant, Gino, and Hofmann, challenging traditional leadership models and highlighting the importance of thoughtful competence.
Introverted Leaders Drive 28% Higher Productivity
Introverted leaders generate 28% higher productivity in engaged teams than extroverted leaders, according to research by Grant, Gino, and Hofmann, challenging traditional leadership models and highlighting the importance of thoughtful competence.
Progress
52% Bias Score
Binge Eating Disorder in Spain: Prevalence, Characteristics, and Treatment
Binge eating disorder (BED), affecting 2-3% of the Spanish population, is characterized by episodes of uncontrolled eating, lacking compensatory behaviors, and often stemming from societal pressure and restrictive diets.
Binge Eating Disorder in Spain: Prevalence, Characteristics, and Treatment
Binge eating disorder (BED), affecting 2-3% of the Spanish population, is characterized by episodes of uncontrolled eating, lacking compensatory behaviors, and often stemming from societal pressure and restrictive diets.
Progress
40% Bias Score
"The Lost Ladies" Receives BAFTA and Oscar Recognition
Aamir Khan's film "The Lost Ladies," directed by Kiran Rao, a comedic drama exploring patriarchy's effects on men and women, has earned a BAFTA nomination and Oscar selection.
"The Lost Ladies" Receives BAFTA and Oscar Recognition
Aamir Khan's film "The Lost Ladies," directed by Kiran Rao, a comedic drama exploring patriarchy's effects on men and women, has earned a BAFTA nomination and Oscar selection.
Progress
48% Bias Score
Union Demands Stronger Domestic Violence Law
Germany's Union faction proposed amendments to the government's domestic violence bill, advocating for increased women's shelter funding, electronic monitoring of perpetrators, and stricter penalties, citing a 5.6% increase in reported female victims of domestic violence in 2023 compared to 2022.
Union Demands Stronger Domestic Violence Law
Germany's Union faction proposed amendments to the government's domestic violence bill, advocating for increased women's shelter funding, electronic monitoring of perpetrators, and stricter penalties, citing a 5.6% increase in reported female victims of domestic violence in 2023 compared to 2022.
Progress
68% Bias Score