The landscape of academic health economics in the UK has seen a slow but steady shift over the past few decades. The 1970s set the stage for what would become a long journey towards gender equality in this field. At that time, women were a rare sight in academic health economics. The field was dominated by men, and opportunities for women were scarce. Fast forward t...
In a shocking turn of events, a Spanish court found Luis Rubiales, the former leader of Spain's soccer federation, guilty of sexual assault. The incident involved a forceful kiss on the lips of Jennifer Hermoso, a member of the women's national team, right after their triumphant win in the 2023 Women's World Cup. This wasn't just any kiss. It sparked a massive upr...
In the United Arab Emirates, TV dramas and movies have long been a mirror to society. They show us how people see themselves and each other. For a long time, men have been the stars of the show. They are often seen as the strong ones who take care of the family and lead the way. Women, on the other hand, are usually shown as the ones who stay at home and take care of...
Last week, I went to the Battle for the Paddle event at Sandpoint High School. The wrestling matches were the highlight for me. The boys from Lakeland and Sandpoint schools showed some impressive skills, with Lakeland coming out on top. However, something didn't add up. The two girls from each school who wrestled didn't have their scores counted. Why? I asked around...
Imagine you're a college athlete, excited about the chance to earn money from your name, image, and likeness (NIL). But hold on! The Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights just threw a curveball. They said that NIL money should be treated like athletic scholarships, which means schools have to spread it equally between male and female athletes. This is whe...
Ever wondered if a man's views on gender equality could be linked to his actions in his relationships? Researchers in California decided to find out. They looked into how men's beliefs on gender equality relate to their self-reported instances of intimate partner violence, or IPV for short. IPV is a serious issue, and understanding what might influence it is crucial....
Kylie Kelce, wife of former Eagles player Jason Kelce and mother of four girls, is making waves with her podcast and her bold stance on feminism. She’s not afraid to speak her mind, especially when it comes to gender bias. She's proud of her all-girl family and has no time for people who think she needs a son to complete it. In a recent podcast episode, she addressed...
In many parts of the world, people want to have a say in their families - how many kids, when, and if they want them at all. This is called reproductive agency. We looked into how this freedom is linked with values and attitudes about sexual health, reproductive rights, and gender equality in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Zimbabwe. We used data from the 2020-21 World Values S...
In South Africa, the constitution has something interesting to say. It's not just about laws, but about values too. It talks about justice and fairness. Now, you might be wondering, what does this have to do with men being feminists? Well, let's break it down. Imagine a country where everyone agrees that justice is important. That's South Africa. Now, feminism is al...
Think back to when Barack Obama was elected as our first Black president. My 8-year-old daughter asked me then, "Why haven't we ever had a woman president? " Fast forward to today, and at 23, she's still asking the same question. With Vice President Kamala Harris losing the recent presidential election to a man with a history of misconduct, we need to think about the...