MATUNDO, Mozambique/LILONGWE, Malawi - Eleven days ago, Tropical Cyclone Idai made landfall in Mozambique then crossed into Zimbabwe, leaving a wide path of destruction across Eastern Africa. By the time the storm struck, communities throughout Malawi and Mozambique were already reeling from days of fatal downpours and flooding. … [Read more...] about Catastrophic Cyclone Idai leaves pregnant women vulnerable in three countries
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Gender equality, justice in law and practice: Essential for sustainable development
Laws that promote gender equality "will help the Arab region move forward on the issue of justice and equality for women", Jordan Ambassador to the UN Sima Bahous, told UN News after chairing the forum centered around the study with the same name: Gender and Law Justice, Evaluation of Laws Affecting Gender Equality in the Arab States. … [Read more...] about Gender equality, justice in law and practice: Essential for sustainable development
Inspiring Quotes for Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month! Celebrate women change-makers and activists who have made history and are shaping our future. Check out these quotes from incredible women activists and share your favorite on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. Check out more quotes here. Want to get even more involved? Here are other ways you can mark Women’s History Month with Global Fund for … [Read more...] about Inspiring Quotes for Women’s History Month
Women might save the planet if you pay them, study says
When Beyoncé asked, “Who run the world?,” scientists might have been listening. A new study appearing in Nature Climate Change this week reveals that having more women involved in land management would conserve more wildlife, reduce harmful greenhouse gasses and give more attention to social inequalities than the currently male-dominated field. In short, women could... … [Read more...] about Women might save the planet if you pay them, study says
United Airlines becomes first airline to add non-binary gender booking options
United Airlines announced Friday that it has become the first US carrier to offer non-binary gender options when booking flights — allowing customers to select the title “Mx.” Customers now have the ability to identify themselves as M (male), F (female), U (undisclosed) or X (unspecified), corresponding with what is marked on their passports or... … [Read more...] about United Airlines becomes first airline to add non-binary gender booking options