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Quarters Have a New Face: Feminist Cherokee Chief Wilma Mankiller
Mankiller, draped in a traditional shawl, is depicted next to the Cherokee Nation’s seven-pointed star.
Billie Jean King Says Women’s Tennis Deserves More Prime Time Attention
The tennis star and activist made her comments at Roland Garros.
UN Women, BlackRock Team Up to Invest in Women Worldwide
The international investment firm and the United Nations body are working together to promote economic advancement for women across the globe.
‘We Knew We Needed Significant Gun Reform and So That Is What We Did’
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern offered a model for gun control laws in her commencement address.
Moms Demand, Everytown, Anti-Gun Groups Urge Americans to Act, #WearOrange
National Gun Violence Awareness Day is June 3. Its message couldn’t be more timely.
Female-Led Companies Make Some Gains on This Year’s Fortune 500 List
Gradual growth in 2022 means industry-wide change remains to be seen.
Taylor Swift Joins NYU Graduates In Feeling ‘22’ During Commencement Speech
T. Swift shared life hacks, endearing quips and song lyrics with the Class of 2022.
These Women-Led Efforts Aim to Help Families Through the Baby Formula Shortage
No, parents of newborns and infants can’t “just breastfeed.” These women understand that.
Abortion “Turnaway” Study Offers a Grim Portrait of a Post-Roe America
A landmark abortion study that focused on people turned away from care provides scientific data on a highly politicized issue.
Ally Vows to ‘Do It Right’ When it Comes to Supporting Women in Sports
Ahead of the 50th anniversary of the passage of Title IX, the financial services company has committed to giving more to women’s sports.
Ellevest Founder: Women Need to Invest to Make Up for Lost Earnings During Pandemic
Sallie Krawcheck wants the messaging around investing to change for women.
Afghan Women Go to Work and Girls Learn in Secret Despite Taliban’s Tightening Rule
In a country ruled by men, women are finding pockets of hope and support.
These New Medical Illustrations Aim to Combat Bias in Health Care
Peanut, an app for women, just released royalty-free images that show women patients aren’t all white, slim, young and able-bodied.
The White House Appoints First Black, LGBTQ Press Secretary
Karine Jean-Pierre is a longtime aide of Joe Biden’s.