We caught up with several of the winners from our 2022 Brilliant Business Ideas list, to see how they and their companies are faring two years on.
Posts by Candice Helfand-Rogers
Halle Berry to Congress: ‘Menopause is Not a Bad Word’
The Oscar-winning actress spoke out in support of legislation that would fund menopause research and education – while trying to destigmatize it in the process.
11 Motivational Quotes from Trailblazing AAPI Women
In honor of AAPI Heritage Month, we’re reflecting on wise words from wise women within the Asian-American and Pacific-Islander communities.
New Report Spotlights Persistent Trend of Overworked, Undersupported Women
A study from Deloitte shows that women are still handling a disproportionate amount of unpaid labor – and their mental health continues to suffer for it.
U.S. Grassroots Organizer Wins International Environmental Activism Award
Andrea Vidaurre has dedicated herself to battling California’s significant smog problem. Because of that work, she was named a 2024 Goldman Prize winner.
New Biden Rule Strengthens Privacy Protections for Abortion Seekers
President Joe Biden announced a policy change this week that will preserve patients’ privacy when they seek and receive reproductive care.
Earth Day 2024: These Women Are Taking Climate Action
As our planet spins toward a dangerously warm future, these women are demonstrating that knowledge is power — and we can still make a difference.
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?