The vote by lawmakers comes after supporters of the measure in France were galvanized by the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision overturning Roe v. Wade.
Tag: Women’s Rights
The Taliban Refuses to Come the U.N. Conference on Afghanistan
The group said it would not take part in a conference that also included women’s rights groups, the European Union and representatives of Afghan civil society.
Shaken by Grisly Killings of Women, Activists in Africa Demand Change
The continent has the highest rate of gender-related killings of women in the world, according to the United Nations. Activists accuse officials of ignoring the issue and blaming the victims.
Student’s Killing Pushes Italy to Confront Violence Against Women
The case of Giulia Cecchettin, found dead days before she would have graduated, has prompted an outpouring of rage and debate on how to shift an entrenched culture of chauvinism.
Italy Misses a #MeToo Moment in Prime Minister Meloni’s Breakup
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni dumped her partner after leaks about come-ons to colleagues. But workplace harassment is still being taken for granted.
Imprisoned Nobel Winner and Iranian Rights Activist Begins a Hunger Strike
Narges Mohammadi is protesting the prison’s denial of hospital treatment for her heart condition, her family said.
Investigators Head to Antarctica Research Base After Sexual Violence Claims
The National Science Foundation watchdog is sending agents to a U.S. research base in Antarctica after a 2022 report raised concerns about sexual misconduct.
Famed Iranian Rights Lawyer Reportedly Jailed and Beaten
Nasrin Sotoudeh was one of several activists arrested at the funeral of Armita Geravand, a 16-year-old girl who died after not wearing a head covering in public, in a case that drew parallels to that of Mahsa Amini.
Women Will Vote at a Vatican Meeting for the First Time
Some women participating in a conference on sensitive church issues said they feel heartened by the discussions taking place, though change may remain slow.
Women Will Vote at a Vatican Meeting for the First Time
Some women participating in a conference on sensitive church issues said they feel heartened by the discussions taking place, though change may remain slow.