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
Activist jailed for two years for insulting Thailand's queen
A political activist in Thailand has been sentenced to prison for insulting the Queen Suthida
'As capable as a son': Indians say no to the abortion of girls
More girls are born as women achieve success in business and sport, and police raid clinics that carry out sex-selective abortions
Saudi snitching app turns citizens into social media police
Verdict against Salma al-Shehab over her online posts spotlights the role of Twitter trolls in government crackdown on dissent
Kenya's lesbian footballers fight for the right to play
LGBTQ+ stars like Megan Rapinoe are lighting up women's football. But in Kenya, lesbian players face stigma and threats.
'Crying with happiness': Afghan campaigner finds freedom in Canada
Mujgan Kaveh, who was a women's rights advocate at home, has retrained as a nurse and is building a new life for her family.
Russia's Kasatkina feels 'more free and happy' after coming out as gay
Homosexuality is still frowned upon in Russia, which has a law to stop gay pride marches and detain LGBTQ+ activists
Trans sports exclusions trickle down to youth and amateur groups
Transgender sports players face growing restrictions, as debates on inclusion, fairness and safety reach youth and amateur groups
Cuba approves law change that opens door to gay marriage, other family rights
The new code would legalize same-sex marriage and civil unions, allow same-sex couples to adopt children, and promote equal sharing of domestic responsibilities