Cecilia Saiz, a Uruguayan chemist, was honored with the ‘For Women in Science’ award by L’Oréal and UNESCO for her innovative work in crop parasite elimination, spotlighting the critical role of women in scientific breakthroughs and environmental conservation.
READ MOREA traveling exhibition, “Women Leading Science,” at the Pontifical Catholic University of Ecuador, highlights the pivotal role of Ecuadorian women in science, showcasing their work and achievements to inspire future generations.
READ MOREArgentina’s government has officially established the Subsecretariat for Gender-Based Violence Protection, replacing the former Ministry of Women, Gender, and Diversity. This restructuring, part of President Javier Milei’s public spending reduction plan, has stirred debates on gender equality and constitutional implications.
READ MOREIn an astonishing political upset, right-wing populist Javier Milei emerged victorious in Argentina’s presidential runoff election with a historic 55.7% of the vote. As he celebrated his triumph, he attributed his success to an enigmatic figure known as “The boss” – his sister, Karina Milei. This behind-the-scenes powerhouse is just one of the remarkable women who will play pivotal roles in the administration of South America’s second-largest economy.
READ MOREGlobal clinical trial distribution Less than 5% of clinical research worldwide is done in Latin America and only a minimal part is carried out on women, so it is key that there are more opportunities in this field in the region and, above all, with a gender focus. experts on health issues said this Wednesday.
READ MOREColombian chef Leonor Espinosa has always given cooking a dimension that surpasses mere culinary interest.
READ MOREColombus Day is increasingly controversial. Reflections on colonization and indigenous genocide have changed this date. Here, three indigenous women explain this disputed narrative.
READ MOREThe Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences announced this morning the Nobel Prize in economics for the American Claudia Goldin, who has dedicated her life to researching the role of women at work. What can Latin America learn from her research?
READ MOREThe National Health Forum said this week that state violence against Salvadoran women has intensified within the framework of the emergency regime. This happens after the rape of a girl by a group of soldiers in the center of the country.
READ MORENarges Mohammadi, journalist and activist for women’s rights in Iran, won the Nobel Peace Prize today.
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