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Dear partners and friends, COVID-19 has laid bare the systemic inequities built into our world. We are writing to share that we stand with you in this challenging time. Now more than ever, feminist solidarity, individual and collective care, and healing justice are needed.  … [Read more...] about Global Fund for Women Statement of Solidarity and Call for Funder Flexibility in Response to COVID-19

The Five-Episode Series Directed by Two-Time Oscar Winner Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy Premieres Today on Refinery29’s Official YouTube Channel Today YouTube and Global Fund for Women launched “Fundamental. Gender Justice. No Exceptions” – a brand new … [Read more...] about YouTube and Global Fund for Women Premiere ‘Fundamental. Gender Justice. No Exceptions.’

NEW YORK — The US Soccer Federation says facing hostile crowds in Mexico and Central America makes playing for the US men’s team a different job than competing for the American women and claims the men have more responsibility. Those statements prompted a spokeswoman … [Read more...] about US Soccer says male players have more responsibility because of hostile crowds

UNITED NATIONS — The main UN body promoting women’s rights reaffirmed the 1995 road map to achieve gender equality on Monday and pledged to step up implementation amid warnings of rising gender inequality and conservative push-back against its far-reaching agenda. The … [Read more...] about UN commission reaffirms 1995 plan to achieve gender equality

Around the world, feminist leaders are courageously fighting to alter the course of history. They’re fighting for LGBTQI rights, to end child marriage, for comprehensive sexuality education, and so much more. This International Women’s Day, celebrate the incredible … [Read more...] about Inspiring quotes for International Women’s Day