October 1, 2014
Japan's Obuchi - Political 'princess' could be first female PM
Photo-Ruters/Yya/Shino/Files
Women's Leadership
September 30, 2014
Power of Ideas: Diana Hwang, Founder of the Asian-American Women’s Political Initiative
Photo-Toan Trinh
September 26, 2014
Why Women’s Role in Politics Is More Important Than Ever
When Elizabeth Warren was first approached to run for public office in 2011 by Emily's List president Stephanie Schriock, she said no.
September 26, 2014
Girls on Film: A documentary series that finally puts women back in the history books
In a perfect world, there would be no need for a media platform highlighting groundbreaking women in history. But if history has taught us anything, it's that female achievements are often forgotten or filtered out.
Women March for Climate Change
By Mariana Jardim Andrade Leones
Women March for Climate Change
By Mariana Jardim Andrade Leones
Mulheres presidentes, impacto e movimento feminista-Eleições na América Latina
Although Brazil has enjoyed democracy for only 25 years, the current cabinet features a record number of female ministers (10 making up 26% of the cabinet). This stands in contrast to 2008 when Brazil was among the countries of the world with the lowest proportion of women in public office. Elections are scheduled to take place in October 2014, how has the increase of women’s political participation impacted the country in the last few years? How has it influenced Brazil’s feminist movement?" How does it influence the feminist movement in other Latin American countries? How does a female president open doors for other women?
September 22, 2014
Yemeni Women Leading Change
Since ancient times, Yemeni women have been linked with political life and have had a distinct role.