Politics

International Day of Afro Women, To Preserve Their Origins and Rights

Since 1992, we have commemorated the International Day of Afro Latin-American, Caribbean, and the Diaspora Descendent Women as a result of the efforts of women in 32 countries in Latin America.

Judges' Approach Can Generate Positive Attitudes Towards Compliance With the Laws

Victoria Pratt, a judge in New Jersey, was invited as a speaker at Ted Talks to talk about how improving people’s court experience increases compliance with the law and court orders.

Simone Veil, Holocaust Survivor, a Fighter for Women's Rights

Four years after her passing, we recount the life and accomplishments of Simone Veil, who is still a role model for women in France and should be acknowledged worldwide.

Mary Simon, Canada's First Indigenous Governor-General

“I can confidently say that my appointment is a historic and inspirational moment for Canada, and an important step forward on the long path towards reconciliation,” she expressed.

Is There an Option for Keiko Fujimori To Be President of Peru?

It has been more than a month and The National Jury of Elections (JNE) has not yet declared a formal winner of the Peruvian presidency. Keiko Fujimori is still trying in every possible way to achieve the majority of votes to become president.

Chilean Deputies Approve Gender Quotas

The initiative that will be promulgated into law, states that one single gender cannot occupy more than 60% of the jobs at public enterprises.

Progress and Setbacks in Women's Political Towards 2021

The data for 2021 suggest progress in the number of parliamentary political positions and governmental functions held by women, but also setbacks in terms of an increase in the number of countries with no women in government.

Strong Cultural Trends That Impose Clothing for Women

Why can’t women freely choose how to dress and look, without their bodies being sexualized and judged based on prejudice?

Why Jacinda Ardern Is Considered a Great Political Leader?

Prime Minister of New Zealand Jacinda Ardern has come first on this year’s Fortune list of the World’s Greatest Leaders, she also figured in Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women in 2020.

Spain's New Policy to Increase Female Positions in Embassies

Arancha González Laya, who is the Minister of Foreign Affairs is planning the appointment of more than 30 ambassadors to fill the positions that have been opened as a result of the diplomatic missions that have been implemented by Spain.

What Changes Do These Young Women Want for the World?

Girl activists and defenders are leading the way, for the world we all want.

Women Over 50 Fighting for Human Rights

Women who defend human rights lead collective protection for life and territory.

Pandemic Has Increased Discrimination Against Women in Malawi

Women in Malawi face gender discrimination challenges that have worsened due to the COVID-19 crisis.

Female Journalists Under Higher Threats but on the Front of Coverage

73% of women journalists have suffered online harassment related to their work.

Is there gender equality in the governments of Latin America?

Women had been pushed aside for decades from ministerial positions in Latin American governments

5 Young Women Trying To Save the World

The power of young voices impacting their communities by addressing issues related to climate change is very valuable.

No More Us vs Them – Dismantling the Wall

The Woman Post spoke with Emi Imai, a teacher, and entrepreneur currently based in the UK.

Will Female Candidates Have a Choice for Colombia's 2022 elections?

Francia Márquez and Ángela María Robledo appear as disruptive presidential candidates for 2022.

Harassment in Public Transport: An Unsolved Problem

Women’s experience in public transportation can be affected negatively because of sexual harassment.

Nawal El Saadawi, a Life Dedicated to Vindicating Women’s Rights

Egyptian Nawal El Saadawi never separated from the pen that cost her jail and exile.

The Harsh and Invisible Social Impact of the Pandemic

During the current COVID-19 pandemic situation, some people state that they have suffered discrimination due to their Asian physical features.

UN Women: Growing Equality Generation

Women are a generation of equality and we are rising for the same future.

Queen Elizabeth's Power in a Patriarchal Society

The historic death of Prince Philip makes us review a key era in history, where gender roles had changed, even in the monarchy.

Outlook in Terms of COVID and Gender

The Global Institute for Women’s Leadership performed a survey regarding various issues including gender gap perceptions, gender and work.

Samia Hassan, the New Era of Tanzania

Samia Suluhu Hassan has been appointed for the first time in that country as the first female president of Tanzania.

Women's Rights: A Historical Perspective

The modern age has seen the birth of dozens of unsubmissive women whose feminist struggle and sacrifices are beginning to bear significant fruit in our century.

Women's Slavery Still Persists

The International Day of Remembrance for the Victims of Slavery is the perfect opportunity to raise awareness of how much remains to change.

The Nudge for Balancing Unpaid Work

Women’s month is a time not only for celebration and honoring the important part that women play at home, at work, and for society.

A Man Who Occupies a Position Never Mentioned Before

In his plans is not to remain in the shadow of his wife Kamala Harris, vice president of the United States.

Violence Against Women Should Be Properly Named

Now, in the context of COVID-19, more than 50% of the countries that account for the highest number of femicides are in the Americas.

Gaps in Politics Are Still a Long Way

That nation it calls the most democratic in the world has hinted that overcoming the gender gap has not been a priority.

A Resilient Activist for Equality in the Middle East

For many years the activist Loujain Alhathloul has fought for Saudi women's right to drive.

A Chilean Song That Became a Feminist Anthem

Un Violador en Tu Camino or A Rapist in Your Path, has become a feminist anthem across the world.

Benefits for Girls and Women from Biden's Administration

Two women, Jennifer Klein and Julissa Reynoso, who have extensive experience in the fight for gender equality, will chair the council.

Creativity as a Driver of Change

The following women have had a significant impact in their societies for their authenticity, creativity, and inspiring stories.

Russia Moves Towards Gender Equality

For the first time in decades, women have been allowed to drive on the Moscow Metro system.

What Inspired Amanda Gorman's Poem on President Biden's Inauguration?

Amanda Gorman, 22, is the youngest woman to speak at a presidential inauguration gala.

Inspiring Black Women Who Make Real Changes

For ethnic communities, the current confinement is not the only challenge they have faced throughout their lives.

The Effective Ways to Combat Gender Violence

Hitting, screaming, humiliation, and permanent threats make up the life scenario many Latina women are exposed to.

Brilliant Women Make Up the Presidential Cabinet in the United States

President-elect Joe Biden and his Vice President Kamala Harris are committed to appointing a diverse cabinet.

11 Latinas on the Global List of the Most Inspiring and Influential

2020 has been a year of many challenges. Most would say that it has had more lows than highs.

Crises Bring Priority Solutions to Light

Last November, the XV edition of the Women's Forum Global Meeting 2020 was held.

New Horizons at The White House

Jill Biden is not exactly the woman behind a great man, she is used to being next door and often in front.

Radical Changes Towards Equity

Sydney Barber will be the first black woman to serve as a brigade commander in the Naval Academy's 175-year history.

This Country Adopts Pioneering Laws for Girls and Women

Scotland has become the first country in the world to provide free access to sanity products for all women.

Kamala Harris or The Historical, Social and Political Transformation

The first woman with ancestry of two ethnic groups: black and Indian, included in a North American presidential list, Kamala Harris, has marked the history of humanity