New banknotes are signed by U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and U.S. Treasury Chief Lynn Malerba, celebrating women pioneers in economics.
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News and analysis about women in entrepreneurship, leadership and politics.
Lizzo Named ‘People’s Champion’ at 2022 People’s Choice Awards, Immediately Proves Why
The Detroit rapper, singer and entrepreneur honored 17 women activists in all during what was intended to be her “moment.”
Research: Women Are Getting Angrier. (Women: We Know)
Gallup polling suggests that women the world over are growing angrier as time goes on, as disparities remain unaddressed and as needs remain unmet.
These 2 Women-Run, Eco-Friendly Startups Just Got a Royal Cash Infusion
Prince William’s Earthshot Prize doles out millions of dollars each year to organizations fighting climate change.
Inviting Girls to Code the Characters They Want to See In Games
The new platform Girls Who Code Girls allows girls to create avatars that reflect themselves outside of the male gaze.
In a First, the New York Philharmonic’s Women Musicians Outnumber the Men
The 180-year-old ensemble was once a man’s world. Today, women occupy the majority of its seats.
A Trailblazer in Politics Steps Down
Nancy Pelosi had to be prodded to run for office. But she became one of the most powerful women in American political history.
Karen Bass Makes History as First Woman Elected Mayor of Los Angeles
Bass, who will also be the second Black mayor to hold the position, plans to confront homelessness and crime in the city.
Feminist Icons, Orgs: ‘We Condemn the Public Shaming of Amber Heard’
Gloria Steinem, NOW and others are also decrying the use of defamation suits to silence domestic abuse victims.
Maven, a Supporter of Health Equity for Women, Raises $90 Million in Post-Roe World
The startup devoted to women and family health is now valued at $1.35 billion, boosted by demand for its services post Supreme Court decision.
Dolly Parton Receives $100 Million From Jeff Bezos
The singer and philanthropist had a priceless reaction when she learned about the award, which she can direct toward any charitable cause she sees fit.
When Ukraine Servicewomen Were Issued Men’s Fatigues, This Team Stepped In
A Kyiv-based nonprofit has distributed $1 million worth of equipment and helped at least 3,000 women in Ukraine’s armed forces.
6 Historic Wins for Women in This Year’s Midterms
From the first lesbian governor to the first South Asian lieutenant governor, these 6 progressive women have made history in the 2022 midterm elections.
Election Night 2022 – A Victorious Night for Abortion Access
In a nation still reeling from the Supreme Court decision that overturned Roe v. Wade, several states made it clear that they’re very much pro-choice.
Lena Horne Becomes First Black Woman to Have Broadway Theater Named After Her
The late performer and civil rights activist often said: ‘Let it soar. Let your cup runneth over. Do your thing. Make more art and believe.’