Tag #Gender Issues

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Declining Contraceptive Use in the UK Linked to Rise in Abortions

A study by the British Pregnancy Advisory Service (Bpas) reveals a concerning trend: from 2018-2023, the percentage of women seeking abortions who reported using no contraception increased from 56% to 70%, while the use of fertility awareness-based methods rose slightly, from 0.4% to 2.5%.

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Gender Equality
theguardian.com
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Zanzibar's Solar Mamas: Empowering Women, Electrifying Villages

In Zanzibar, the Barefoot College trains women as solar technicians ("Solar Mamas"), providing clean energy to 1,858 homes in 29 villages since 2015, empowering women and boosting local economies while addressing limited electricity access.

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Affordable and Clean Energy
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Kerala's Female Bodybuilders Challenge Societal Norms

In Kerala, India, photographer Keerthana Kunnath documents female bodybuilders who defy societal expectations and family pressures to compete professionally, challenging traditional gender roles and achieving success in a male-dominated sport.

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Gender Equality
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Study Debunks 'Glass Cliff' Theory for Female CEOs

A study of 10,348 CEO appointments in U.S. companies from 1998-2022 found that women are not more likely to be appointed CEO during company crises, challenging the 'glass cliff' theory and showing a positive correlation between a company's financial health and the appointment of a female CEO.

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Gender Equality
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Intersectional Inclusion: A \$18.3 Trillion Market Imperative

The \$18.3 trillion global disability market, encompassing friends and family, necessitates intersectional inclusion in businesses, moving beyond siloed approaches that fail to recognize the interconnectedness of various aspects of identity and limit both business success and employee well-being.

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Reduced Inequality
nytimes.com
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Maher's Debut Try Fuels Bristol Bears' Victory, Elevates Women's Rugby

American rugby star Ilona Maher scored a sensational 70-yard try in her first start for Bristol Bears, contributing to their victory over Exeter Chiefs in the Premiership Women's Rugby; her social media presence and exceptional skills have significantly boosted the league's popularity.

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Gender Equality
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Reframing Aging: A Social Gerontologist's Call for Intergenerational Collaboration

Jeanette Leardi, a social gerontologist, introduces the concept of "aging sideways," challenging the negative perception of aging and advocating for intergenerational collaboration in the workplace to leverage the skills and experience of older adults.

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No Poverty
bbc.com
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Study: Menstrual Cycle Doesn't Dictate Women's Weight Training

New research refutes the idea that women should lift lighter weights or train less frequently than men due to menstruation; studies show minimal strength differences, with performance variations largely attributable to premenstrual symptoms; a personalized approach to training is recommended, consid...

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Gender Equality
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Mace and Crockett Clash over Transgender Rights in Heated House Committee Exchange

Representatives Nancy Mace and Jasmine Crockett engaged in a heated exchange during a House Oversight Committee meeting on Tuesday, with Mace suggesting they "take it outside" after Crockett criticized her rhetoric on transgender rights, highlighting increasing political polarization on this issue.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Chinese Woman's Escape Inspires Millions

Sixty-year-old Su Min, a Chinese woman, escaped an abusive marriage in 2020, documenting her cross-country journey in viral videos that inspired millions and led to a successful film; she finalized her divorce in 2024 after a 160,000 yuan settlement.

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Gender Equality
forbes.com
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Casey Stoney Appointed Head Coach of Canadian Women's National Soccer Team

Casey Stoney, former England captain and coach, was appointed head coach of the Canadian women's national soccer team on a three-year contract, replacing interim coach Andy Spence, and will be supported by a new fund for women in elite coaching.

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Gender Equality
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Ukraine's Overlooked Post-War Need: Sexual Rehabilitation for Amputee Soldiers

Following Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, nearly 370,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been wounded, thousands losing limbs; however, sexual rehabilitation for these veterans is largely overlooked due to cultural taboos, despite initiatives by groups like Veteran Hub and Recovery.

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