The film, which chronicles a women-led underground abortion group from 50 years ago, is eerily relatable for women in today’s post-Roe world.
Fed Up: Nearly a Quarter of All U.S. Women Now Want to Run for Office
A survey conducted by nonprofit She Should Run says women want to change America’s status quo by vying for a seat at the decision-making table.
Naomi Osaka Wants Kids to Manage Mental Health, Too
The tennis star (and mother-to-be) just released a free meditation series for children.
Finally, Women Air Force Pilots May Have a Safe Way to Pee
Some rather welcome new technology could make long flights far more bearable for women pilots in the U.S. military branch.
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Reba McEntire Is Restoring Her Oklahoma Hometown, With Help From the Choctaw Nation
The country music legend has opened Reba’s Place in Atoka, Oklahoma, to boost the area’s economy.
Now Florida Lawmakers Want to Stop Girls From Talking About Periods
A new bill introduced by Republican Stan McClain would ban menstruation education – and even conversation about periods – before 6th grade.
At Wellesley, Students Vote for Trans Inclusion, Calling School’s Mission Into Question
Students’ push to welcome trans men and nonbinary students remains at odds with Wellesley’s policy of admitting applicants who identify as women.
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11 Inspiring Women Who Are Changing Arts and Culture in America
We read their books, watch their shows and observe their art. Now, in celebrating Women’s History Month, we see how they’re making an impact in their fields.
How Best to Remember Feminist Icon Pat Schroeder? Her Classic Barbs and Quips
The trailblazing Colorado Congresswoman, who died this week, was known for her sharp words and witty one-liners. Here’s a roundup.
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Celebrating Women's History Month
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Lena Richard was the original Martha Stewart, with a cooking show, a cookbook, restaurants, and even a frozen foods empire.
This Culinary Icon Introduced America to Real Chinese Cuisine
Cecilia Chiang opened America’s first authentic Chinese restaurant, The Mandarin, in 1960s San Francisco.
Meet Madame Clicquot, the Creator of Modern Champagne
Veuve Clicquot isn’t just a Champagne brand – it’s also the name of a trailblazing woman.
Meet Julia Child, the Not So French, French Chef
The California native brought French recipes into American homes through her iconic cookbook and much loved cooking show.
Her Stories, Her Words
We’ve asked women entrepreneurs to share their startup experience via our 1,000+ Stories Project.
Seeking New Adventures, She Started a Coffee Farm in Hawaii
Joanie Wynn is the co-founder of Kona Earth, a single-estate coffee farm on the big island where they roast and ship their harvests to customers throughout the U.S.
Her Superfood Powders Helped Her Son Regain His Health
Sylvia Ortiz is the founder of MacroLife Naturals, a mission-based legacy brand that’s been bringing the (powdered) good stuff to customers – and her family – for 25 years.
She Brought the First Escape Rooms to Glasgow
Zsofia Doback fell in love with escape rooms as a student who was home for the holidays. She launched her own, Riddle Rooms Glasgow, to bring them to Scotland’s masses.
Her Snack Company Provides Opportunities to Folks With Autism
Jennifer Weise is the founder of Bee Free, a line of gluten-free granola snacks inspired by her son, who was diagnosed with the developmental disorder.
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In Vertical Farming, the Sky’s the Limit
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Listen to ‘Water Women’ Podcast
Got 19 minutes? Learn about the water crisis and how innovative women are fighting back. Paige Peters treats wastewater at lightning speed while Brittany Kendrick pulls moisture from the sky.
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We’re Talking Beer (as an Agent of Social Change, Of Course)
We share the story of Jacquie Berglund of Finnegans, a craft beer brewing company whose motto is “Beer that gives back.”
The Moments That Made Urban Farmer Mama K’s Career
We tell the story of Karen Washington by sharing a series of incredible moments that established her influence and position as a food activist.
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Meet the Directors of Oscar-Shortlisted Documentary ‘The Janes’
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We read their books, watch their shows and observe their art. Now, in celebrating Women’s History Month, we see how they’re making an impact in their fields.
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We’ve awarded $5,000 grants to female scientists working to improve public health as chemicals, microplastics and other pollutants contaminate the air we breathe.
Meet the Winners of Our 2022 Women In Science Incentive Prize
We’re awarding $5,000 grants to female scientists working to improve public health as chemicals, microplastics and other pollutants contaminate the air we breathe.
Monitoring the Risks of Salt Lake Valley’s Dust
Dangerous dust events are becoming more common in Utah, where Kerry Kelly is developing new sensor technology to monitor what’s in our air.
Sleuthing for Microplastics in Michigan
Few people realize that invisible plastic bits make it into the air we breathe. Madeline Clough wants to change that.
Flying Over L.A. to Study the Dirtiest Air in America
Eva Pfannerstill and her team at Berkeley have taken 16 flights to pinpoint the most dangerous pollutants that Angelenos breathe.
Arming Pollution-Prone Communities With Low-Cost Air Censors
Whether it’s in West Africa or Ohio, Garima Raheja wants to empower residents to monitor air pollution — and take steps to protect themselves.
Using Supercomputers and Wearables to Monitor Air Pollution
Fusing modeling, wearable sensors and new science, Cesunica Ivey hopes to improve outcomes for disadvantaged communities.