The government rejected the accounts of women who said they were sexually assaulted by Egyptian security and justice officials during searches.
Tag: Women and Girls
Privacy Is Still a Victim When Rape Cases Hit the Justice System
Britain is struggling to end its dependence on the traumatizing seizure of data from victims’ phones. Pervasive rape culture is making it difficult.
Inked Mummies, Linking Tattoo Artists With Their Ancestors
As scientists find more tattoos on preserved remains from Indigenous cultures, artists living today are drawing from them to revive cultural traditions.
‘Why?’ Ukrainian Army Faces Criticism for Making Women March in Heels
“Women, like men, fight in combat boots.” Recently released photos promoting an upcoming military parade received widespread criticism over the decision to make female cadets rehearse in heels.
Prominent Women Call for Tech Giants to Act Against Online Harassment
The signatories included the tennis champion Billie Jean King, and the actors Thandiwe Newton, Ashley Judd and Emma Watson.
World Leaders Commit $40 Billion to Advancing Gender Equality
A quarter century after the Beijing World Conference on Women, political leaders, corporate executives and activists convened again to address gender equality. This time they brought money to the table.
Expected to Be Demure, Japan’s Girls Face Steep Hurdles to Athletic Dreams
The Tokyo Olympics offer a chance to crown a new set of heroes to inspire budding female athletes. But once the spotlight dims, Japan’s rigid gender norms will still limit opportunities.
Furor in China Over Artwork Ranking Women by Their Looks
Critics called the piece, which shows thousands of unsuspecting college students, a misogynistic affront, eight years after it was on display in a different museum to little reaction.
Hillary Clinton, Greta Thunberg on Women’s Leadership, a Times Event
What is different when women lead? Hillary Clinton, Greta Thunberg and others discuss women’s role in shaping the future.
The Women Leaders of Today, a Times Event
What is different when women lead? Hillary Clinton, Greta Thunberg and others discuss women’s role in shaping the future.