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Women appear to be more selective in their job hunting than men. Women are 16 percent more successful than men at landing a job after applying and 18 percent more likely than men to be hired when applying for more senior roles, according to LinkedIn’s new Gender Insights report. … [Read more...] about Women have a more successful approach to job hunting than men

Help amplify the voices who change our world.   Global Fund for Women supports women-led groups who are demanding rights and making history in their own communities. But too often, these women leaders go unheard. For International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, use your … [Read more...] about Amplify Her Voice

GLOBAL FUND FOR WOMEN MEDIA CONTACT: Anja Tranovich, 415.248.4825 / [email protected] BBDO MEDIA CONTACT: Jim Lesser, 415.517.5241 / [email protected] GLOBAL FUND FOR WOMEN INTRODUCES A CAMPAIGN TO AMPLIFY THE VOICES OF ACTIVISTS CHANGING THE WORLD   SAN … [Read more...] about News Release: AMPLIFY HER VOICE: Seizing the moment for women’s rights worldwide

You’ve got to admit, the last state you want to be in on a long haul flight is wearing full coverage foundation with your hair pulled back in a migraine-inducing bun, but that’s exactly the look du jour for air hostesses. Sure, they’re getting paid for it, but beyond the standard … [Read more...] about Virgin Atlantic no longer requiring female cabin crew to wear makeup

From marketplaces in the Pacific to parks in eastern Europe, women are rising up and demanding safety, respect and inclusion in public spaces, and coming together to make it happen. Through community efforts, UN Women is working around the world to help women claim their space. … [Read more...] about Safe spaces for women, by women, bring smart infrastructure for all