Women's Rights
Women urged to stay away from work, or wear red if they cannot, to highlight their role in US economy and society.
International Women's Day
by Michele Bertelli - Javier Sauras
Africa
Japan
by Annette Ekin
Women's Rights08 Mar 2017 08:49 GMT
This Women's Day, Muslim women must rally against marketing strategies that present buying things as empowerment.
by Rafia Zakaria
Women's Rights08 Mar 2017 08:15 GMT
As increasing numbers of women are empowered through conservation projects that mainstream gender equality.
by Aban Marker Kabraji
US & Canada08 Mar 2017 08:00 GMT
Organisers say women should not work on Wednesday, which is also International Women's Day, to demonstrate their power.
Politics08 Mar 2017 07:53 GMT
What does it take to make a labour movement work?
US & Canada08 Mar 2017 06:56 GMT
Women around the world are preparing for a series of protests called 'A Day Without Women', a campaign highlighting discrimination and exploitation against them.
Women's Rights08 Mar 2017 06:29 GMT
Forming real partnerships between donors and local organisations is key to achieving progress in women's rights issues.
by Jessica Neuwirth
Palestine08 Mar 2017 05:55 GMT
Women in Gaza are stepping up as family breadwinners, breaking cultural norms as they strive to make ends meet.
Women's Rights07 Mar 2017 07:32 GMT
Now is the time to continue marching forward with our heads and placards held high for all to see.
by Agustina Paz Frontera - Winnie Byanyima
Interactive06 Mar 2017 13:21 GMT
Which countries have been led by a woman and how many are in office now?
Women's Rights05 Mar 2017 11:49 GMT
In Rajasthan, a social project employs audio stories accessed by mobile phones to talk about child marriage and puberty.
South Africa27 Feb 2017 11:02 GMT
Almost 1.5 million or 11% of all households in South Africa are now run by women over the age of 60
Women's Rights20 Feb 2017 14:48 GMT
Women whose knitted hats became a national phenomenon want to keep the momentum of last month's march in Washington.
Women's Rights10 Feb 2017 08:16 GMT
Rape survivors from the 2013 Uttar Pradesh riots have faced threats and harassment.
by Mariya Salim
International Women's Day06 Feb 2017 13:54 GMT
Female victims of violence can get medical and psychological help - from reconstructive surgery, to therapy, to support.
International Women's Day06 Feb 2017 10:14 GMT
'When my parents called the [cutter for my sister], I warned the district officer. Our generation can bring change.'