A recent gathering brought together health professionals to explore how feminist leadership can drive change in public health. This event was all about learning and reflecting on how to make healthcare more fair and equal. It was not just about women leading, but about using feminist ideas to challenge unfair power structures. The event was a mix of talks, d...
The world of sports and entertainment recently witnessed a significant moment. Billie Jean King, a tennis legend, received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. This honor marked a first for a woman in the new sports entertainment category. The ceremony took place near the famous intersection of Hollywood and Vine. King’s star is right across from the historic Pantag...
The Indiana Senate Education and Career Development committee recently approved a bill that stops transgender women from competing in women's college sports. This bill, known as House Bill 1041, was created by State Rep. Michelle Davis. It stops males, based on their biological sex at birth, from joining women's athletic teams. The bill also lets students or parents ...
The Olympic world is buzzing with change. Kirsty Coventry, the first woman to lead the International Olympic Committee, has a full plate ahead. Her journey began with a historic win and a breakfast meeting with outgoing president Thomas Bach. Soon, she will call Lausanne, Switzerland, home and leave her role as Zimbabwe's sports minister behind. Coventry's victory i...
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....