Nightmare of violence and repression returns for Iraqi women under ISIL
Iraqi women are not only on the frontlines: they are the battlefield. But they are not just victims; they are critical first responders
Sexist Taunts in Japan Hit a Fertility Nerve
The heckling of an unmarried female assemblywoman in Tokyo highlights a work-life imbalance problem that is tied to delayed motherhood
Euro Court's Ban on French Veil Is Biased
France expresses no concern over cyclists who race naked or sunbathe naked on certain beaches, yet is concerned by women who wish not to show their skin and face? I call that a blatant double standard.
Iranians Move to Turkey to Press LGBT Liberation
Turkey's 12th annual gay pride march on June 29 featured plenty of outrage over hate crimes and discrimination against lesbian gay, bisexual and transgender people. But for Iranians, the country is still a haven.
What is the cost of hatred against the world’s minorities?
Hate crime, under-reported and often unchecked by governments, leads to escalating violence against minorities -report
Kids Underfoot at Quilting Bee Overhear True Tales
As a child, well before Gwendolyn M. Plano entered a violent marriage that lasted 25 years, eavesdropping on countrywomen's quilting bees provided glimpses of what her elders endured, she says in this excerpt from "Letting Go into Perfect Love."
Britain must act now to tackle "national FGM scandal" - report
UK handling of FGM has been a 'national scandal' and failed to protect thousands of girls, report says
In CAR, WFP providing school meals to more than 50,000 in capital Bangui
In Central African Republic (CAR), two thirds of schools remain closed as violence and unrest continue. But students are gradually finding their way back to school. WFP is supporting them through daily school meals, often the only food they eat during the day.
Canada Donates 6.7 Million Dollars Towards WFP Programmes In Pakistan
ISLAMABAD - The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has welcomed a contribution of US$6.7 million from the Government of Canada for nutrition, school feeding and relief activities in Pakistan.