Women’s Rights in Doubt: Latvia Faces Backlash Over Istanbul Convention Exit

A dramatic political shift in Latvia has sparked unusually large public mobilization in support of women’s rights. After parliament voted to withdraw from the Istanbul Convention , a key European treaty designed to prevent violence against women , tens of thousands turned out in rallies across cities. The pull-out, driven by nationalist and conservative factions,... Read More

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#womensrights #Latvia #IstanbulConvention

November 6, 2025

Sexual Assault of Mexico’s Head of State Raises Alarm Over Women’s Safety

A shocking incident in downtown Mexico City has sparked a wave of anger and discussion across the country. While greeting citizens, President Claudia Sheinbaum was publicly groped by a man who approached from behind and attempted to forcibly kiss and fondle her before being restrained and arrested. For many Mexican women, the moment struck a... Read More

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#womensafety #Mexico #genderviolence

November 5, 2025

Rural French Crown Ceremony Faces Criticism in Gender Equality Debate

A traditional ceremony in 45 villages in southwestern France, where an 18-year-old woman is crowned with a wreath of white roses and honoured for her “virtue,” has faced renewed scrutiny after being denied UNESCO intangible cultural heritage status due to gender-equality concerns. The practice dates back to the nineteenth century and once had links to... Read More

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#womenculture #genderequality #France

November 5, 2025

Latvia Re-thinks Departure From Anti-Violence Pact After Protests

In a dramatic turn of events, Latvia has postponed a planned parliamentary vote to withdraw from the Istanbul Convention, the European treaty aimed at preventing violence against women and domestic abuse. The decision comes amid public protests and political pressure ahead of national elections. On October 30, a parliamentary motion supported by conservative lawmakers sought... Read More

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#womensrights #IstanbulConvention #Latvia

November 5, 2025

Meta Under Fire: Algorithmic Job Ads Show Gender Skew, France Rules

A landmark decision by France’s independent equality watchdog has found that Facebook’s algorithm for job advertisements discriminated by gender, marking a significant moment in the intersection of technology, employment and women’s rights. The regulator, known as Défenseur des Droits, concluded that job ads for traditionally male-dominated roles , such as mechanics and pilots , were... Read More

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#womeninequality #algorithmbias #techandgender

November 4, 2025

Women’s Leadership at Global Economic Summit Signals Shift in Priorities

At the opening day of the G20 Summit 2025, a record number of women delegates and ministers from across the world emphasised the need for economic systems that intertwine sustainability and gender inclusion. Leaders such as U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Indonesia’s Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati... Read More

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#womenleaders #G20 #GreenEconomy

November 4, 2025

Global Women in Space Initiative Formed to Boost Female Leadership in STEM

Female scientists from more than 40 countries have come together to form the Global Women in Space Research Alliance (GWSRA), a new initiative aimed at building collaboration, mentorship and visibility for women in astrophysics, robotics and space exploration. Among the founding members are prominent scientists such as Dr. Katie Mack (USA), Dr. Anima Patil-Sabale (India)... Read More

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#womeninstem #SpaceResearch #GlobalScience

November 4, 2025

In Iran, Women’s Presence at Football Match Signals Softening of Barriers

For the first time in decades, women and girls filled the stands of a major Iranian football match in the city of Mashhad , a moment welcomed by FIFA as a clear sign of cultural change. Many had long been excluded from stadiums under rules dating back to the 1979 revolution, but this week a... Read More

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#womeninsport #Iran #FootballAccess

November 3, 2025

From NASA to ISRO: Women Researchers Take Space Science to New Heights

In a groundbreaking development for the world of science, women researchers from over 40 countries have come together to establish the Global Women in Space Research Alliance (GWSRA) , an international coalition focused on advancing female participation in astrophysics, robotics, and planetary research. The initiative is co-led by Dr. Katie Mack from the United States, Dr. Anima Patil-Sabale from India (NASA scientist), and Dr.... Read More

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#womenscience #spaceexploration #STEM

November 3, 2025

UN Calls for Global Framework to Protect Women Journalists

Media organizations across the globe are calling for urgent protection for women journalists after a wave of coordinated online harassment targeted female reporters from the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. A new report released by UNESCO reveals that seven out of ten women journalists have faced threats or sexualized abuse online in the past year. The report specifically cites... Read More

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#womeninjournalism #digitalrights #pressfreedom

Women’s Rights in Doubt: Latvia Faces Backlash Over Istanbul Convention Exit

Sexual Assault of Mexico’s Head of State Raises Alarm Over Women’s Safety

Rural French Crown Ceremony Faces Criticism in Gender Equality Debate

Latvia Re-thinks Departure From Anti-Violence Pact After Protests

Meta Under Fire: Algorithmic Job Ads Show Gender Skew, France Rules

Women’s Leadership at Global Economic Summit Signals Shift in Priorities

Global Women in Space Initiative Formed to Boost Female Leadership in STEM

In Iran, Women’s Presence at Football Match Signals Softening of Barriers

From NASA to ISRO: Women Researchers Take Space Science to New Heights

UN Calls for Global Framework to Protect Women Journalists

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