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Ross Shimabuku, Danica Patrick and the “B” Word

| February 28, 2012

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

Sexual Politics at Penn State—An Inside Look

| January 6, 2012

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

In Egypt, Women Reporters Still at Risk

| November 28, 2011

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

Finishing Strong—Older Women Athletes Show the Way

| August 18, 2011

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

Why Soccer Matters

| July 18, 2011

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 »

Newsbrief: First Female Executive Editor at New York Times, Egyptians Protest “virginity tests.”

| June 2, 2011

Newsbrief: The Media’s Groping Problem and the IMF: Violating Women Since 1945

| May 24, 2011

Newsbrief: IMF Head Arrested for Sexual Assault and Peace Corps Volunteers Speak Out About Rape

| May 16, 2011

Newsbrief: The World’s Best & Worst Places to Be a Mom, A Paradigm Shift for Women Screenwriters

| May 10, 2011

Newsbrief: Lara Logan Breaks Ground with Graphic Description of Rape, Kentucky Church Takes a Stand

| May 3, 2011