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Candice Helfand-Rogers
Candice Helfand-Rogers has worked as a journalist for some of the largest news organizations in the country over the course of her career, including CBS Local News and The Star-Ledger. She earned her B.A. in Journalism & Media Studies at Rutgers University. In her spare time, she enjoys singing with several ensembles in New York City and spending time with her son. Please contact [email protected] with questions or pitches.
Posts by Candice Helfand-Rogers
U.S. Olympic Athletes: Uniforms Put ‘Every Vulnerable Piece of Your Body on Display’
Nike unveiled its uniforms for U.S. athletes participating in the 2024 Summer Olympics. The women’s outfits leave little to the imagination.
Swiss Women Win Landmark Climate Case
A 2,000-strong cohort of Swiss women sued their own government over its lack of action in combating climate change. The European Court of Human Rights ruled in their favor.
In Her New Book, a Women’s Health Expert Takes On a Broken Medical Industry
Dr. Sharon Malone breaks down the problems faced by women seeking healthcare in “Grown Woman Talk: Your Guide to Getting and Staying Healthy.”
They Almost Died Without Abortion Access. Now, They’re Campaigning for Biden
Women who nearly died due to abortion restrictions are supporting President Joe Biden’s reelection. Meanwhile, Donald Trump says abortion laws should be left up to states.
Women Musicians Are 8 Times More Likely to Face Discrimination, Study Finds
New research reveals pervasive and persistent problems of gender bias, sexual harassment and income inequality for women of the UK music scene.
U.S. Supreme Court Seems Likely to Uphold Current Abortion Pill Rules
After hearing arguments over whether mifepristone, an abortion drug, should be available by mail, the largely conservative court seemed likely to preserve access.
Study: Millennial Women Work More, Spend More
New research shows that women’s participation in the labor force is ‘soaring’ worldwide, possibly due to remote work.
Gallup Poll: More Women Than Ever Identify as LGBTQ
Nearly 30% of Gen Z women say they’re LGBTQ, with most identifying as bisexual. Can your workplace support them?
This International Women’s Day, a Reminder of Earth’s Gender Inequity Problem
Research from the World Bank reveals a bigger opportunity gap between men and women across the globe than previously thought. Here’s why.
France Enshrines Abortion Rights in its Constitution
Vive l’avortement – the European nation has moved to protect abortion access for all its citizens, the first country ever to do so.
143 Indigenous Women in Greenland Are Suing Denmark Over Forced IUDs
A group of Inuit women have banded together to sue Danish officials over contraceptive measures imposed on them decades ago.
Movieland is Still a Man’s World, Study Shows
Despite “Barbie” and “Poor Things,” there were fewer speaking roles for women in 2023. So much for the “year of the girl.”
Women Veterinarians Still Not Welcome in Rural Areas, Despite Need
A new report shows that women veterinarians struggle to find farm- and ranch-based roles because of stereotypes and misconceptions about their abilities.
Olivia Rodrigo to Donate a Portion of Tour Profits to Abortion Rights Efforts
The pop star plans to give some of her ticket sales to Fund 4 Good, her new nonprofit focused on community-based reproductive justice.