The proposed changes to the Births, Deaths and Marriages Act would bring Queensland into line with most of Australia.Readmore
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Jan30
2023
The proposed changes to the Births, Deaths and Marriages Act would bring Queensland into line with most of Australia.Readmore
Jan26
2023
Two women university vice-chancellors to tackle gender-based violence in higher education
Unisa's Professor Puleng LenkaBula, as well as her Nelson Mandela University counterpart, Professor Sibongile Muthwa, were appointed this week by Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology Dr Blade Nzimande.Readmore
Jan12
2023
Protesters storm McGill University talk on sex vs. gender, shutting it down
Advocates say debating trans women's rights is harmful to all womenReadmore
Jan24
2023
Existing Gender Stereotypes Need to be Challenged to Ensure Equality
Gender equality is imperative to ascertain inclusive socio-economic development and needs a change in the societal mindset. The sex ratio of a country is the primary indicator of equality and is a direct indicator of the status and welfare of women. A chaReadmore
Jan19
2023
Bristol academic's research on gender issues recognised
A Bristol academic's research into gender issues has been recognised with a prestigious award.Readmore
Jan06
2023
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky declared that Ukraine would operate under martial law after Russian troops invaded in February 2022. While the war in Ukraine has changed many facets of Ukrainian life, this decision also changed women’s role in UkReadmore
Jan17
2023
The Gender Gap is still a fight in the modernization era
Economic gender gap has been a concern around the globe which describes the disparity between different genders in society, and in turn the labor market and business world, including inequality of opportunity, pay, progression, and benefits.Readmore
Jan18
2023
'Game Of Thrones' Star Bella Ramsey Comes Out As Non-Binary And Gender Fluid
"Being gendered isn't something that I particularly like. But in terms of pronouns, I really couldn't care less," Bella Ramsey said.Readmore
Jan08
2023
The gaping gender gap in mental health
When it comes to mental health and suffering in silence, women continue to face challenges and it is imperative to end this culture because gender is increasingly becoming a critical determinant of mental health and mental illness.Readmore
Jan07
2023
A French town renamed, for gender equality
Calling a town “Pantine” for a year will not start or cement a feminist revolution. It will, however, underline that a lot still needs to change, if in the 21st century, this is still a man’s world.Readmore
Jan02
2023
Nearly 2000 Norwegians changed gender in the last decade
In the previous ten years, about 2000 Norwegians changed their gender. While politicians believe the development confirms that the change in the law was correct, critics fear it will cause great harm to young people.Readmore
Jan01
2023
California is now a sanctuary state for transgender kids
New law restricts California authorities from enforcing laws of other states aimed at criminalizing transgender health care for minors Readmore
Dec31
2022
Gender Equity In Newsrooms Would Be The Greatest Tribute To Barbara Walters
Legendary journalist Barbara Walters has died at age 93. In hundreds of statements and media interviews, top industry leaders and influential colleagues swiftly reacted to the news of her passing with fond reflections on how she impacted them, their indusReadmore
Dec30
2022
How new Title IX rules could affect California’s transgender and nonbinary students
New Title IX rules barring gender discrimination could put more responsibility on colleges to protect transgender and nonbinary students. But those students say creating welcoming campuses will require more than just policy.Readmore
Dec23
2022
UK PM Rishi Sunak says 'reasonable' to review controversial Scottish gender law
Rishi Sunak: The contentious legislation -- passed Thursday by the devolved Scottish parliament -- will make it easier and faster for people to change their gender officially.Readmore
Dec22
2022
Spain passes new transgender law, to allow anyone above 16 to change legal gender
The law also banned conversion therapies, established fines and punishments for attacks on LGBT people, and overturned a ban that prevented lesbian couples from registering their children under both parents’ namesReadmore
22 Dec
2022
Gender Recognition Reform Bill passed
The Gender Recognition Reform (Scotland) Bill has been supported by the Scottish Parliament. Readmore
21 Dec
2022
Swiss government comes out against third-gender option
The Swiss government has rejected the idea of introducing a third gender option or no-gender option for official records.Readmore
Sep07
2022
Without investment, gender equality will take nearly 300 years: UN report
Achieving full gender equality, one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), could take close to 300 years if the current rate of progress continues, according to a report published on Wednesday by UN Women and the UN Department of Economic and SocReadmore
Sep 21
2022
Gender equality by 2030? Those countries making most progress offer lessons on what to change
The World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report 2022 projected that, at the current rate of progress, it will take 132 years to reach gender parity globally.Readmore
Dec13
2022
Trans women can take seats on public boards set aside for women, Scottish judge rules
Scotland’s highest court has ruled that transgender women should be included in legislation aimed at improving gender balance on public boards.Readmore
Nov25
2022
International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
Unresolved issues surrounding parliamentary quotas, and women’s participation in elections in Somalia were highlighted by UN Deputy...Readmore
Dec5
2022
How Japan can address challenges for female freelancers and business owners
In Japan, most of the government support for women relating to childbirth and childcare are only available to those employed by a company.Readmore
20 Dec
2022
2022 has been a year of ups and downs for women.Readmore