United States elects first openly lesbian governor
Massachusetts elected the first woman to ascend to that state's highest office, Maura Healey, who also becomes the US first openly lesbian governor
Erdogan says constitutional change will protect families against 'perverse trends'
President Erdogan's constitutional reform will protect families from "perverse trends," appearing to take aim at global same-sex marriage laws
British Rowing calls for creation of 'open' category for transgender athletes
Transgender rights have become a major talking point as sports seek to balance inclusivity while ensuring there is no unfair advantage
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Transgender Nigerians fear proposals to criminalise cross-dressing
LGBTQ+ groups fear the draft law will fuel hostility and attacks against gender minorities
Why Black women bear brunt of strict U.S. abortion laws
Black women face rising maternal deaths and unwanted pregnancies as states clamp down on abortion access, rights groups warn
Women sacrifice their health to shield families from spiking costs
Women are skipping meals, medical appointments and treatments in order to make ends meet as living costs rise worldwide
Mahsa Amini death: facial recognition to hunt hijab rebels in Iran
Use of facial recognition technology to identify women breaking hijab law puts them at greater risk of abuse, activists say
OPINION: Women land defenders in Latin America need new rights to be implemented
The Escazú Agreement sets out to curb escalating violence and give indigenous activists a voice in decision-making - if respected, it will also boost environmental protection
Roe v. Wade: Which U.S. states are banning abortion?
A wave of states are imposing strict bans after the Supreme Court overturned a ruling establishing women's right to abortion