B-Girl Event Celebrates Women in Hip Hop
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In San Diego last month, b-girls and graffiti artists danced and painted their way into what is generally an all-male world. More »
The Case for Empathy—Open Hearts May Open Minds
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Expand the circle of empathy in public life, urges multimedia journalist Mary C. Curtis. More »
America’s Girls Need Sports
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At a time of shrinking budgets for school and college sports programs, the CEO of the Women's Sports Foundation reminds us that sports are girls' toolkit for success. More »
In Awe of Teen Olympians
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The author, herself a young athlete, wonders how the young Olympians can accomplish so much with everybody in the world looking on—and commenting on their every move. More »
Ross Shimabuku, Danica Patrick and the “B” Word
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Reaction to the Ross Shimabuku incident should show broadcasters that sexism is not to be tolerated. More »
Sexual Politics at Penn State—An Inside Look
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The author, professor emerita of Penn State University, describes the culture that produced the recent scandal—and suggests a path to a needed focus on the victims of such abuse. More »
In Egypt, Women Reporters Still at Risk
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Women reporting from Egypt as foreign correspondents continue to be targets of sexual assault. They also continue to insist on their right to report the news. More »
Finishing Strong—Older Women Athletes Show the Way
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Last week Diana Nyad attempted to swim from Cuba to the United States, a feat she first undertook 33 years ago while in her 20s. Elayne Clift celebrates her prowess and that of her sportswomen peers. More »
Why Soccer Matters
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Fifteen year old Kali Villarosa writes about why she's inspired by the players and excited at the attention paid to her favorite sport. More »
