Education is also key for women and girls struggling with lack of privacy, poor water supply and the high cost of menstrual pads
Women under-represented in Stem subjects at university and afterwards are quizzed about plans to start a family
As the US contemplates electing its first female president, Erica Wagner explores what the long fight for equality tells us about that choice
IOC defends decision to include two competitors barred by international federation after opponent abandons fight
Democrat’s polling strength has also been underpinned by jump in support among the young and voters of colour
Unthinking patriarchy still dominates great swaths of public life in the country
Rightwing commentators and politicians blame diversity and inclusion policies for alleged security failings
Twenty trans and non-binary people recount their experiences through the guise of the time-travelling protagonist
Living on the wrong side of the tenure track
Disparities contribute to income inequalities and influence who receives funding for invention, researchers say
Proposal is designed to create a dividing line with Labour over trans rights
Telling women to ‘lean in’ is too simplistic
Neglecting women’s pain affects the entire medical pipeline, from research to diagnosis and treatment
‘No further action’ to be taken after author of ‘Harry Potter’ series described several transgender women as men
It’s easy to scoff at awards, but they answer a human need for recognition
Entrepreneur reportedly said looking at MP Diane Abbott made ‘you just want to hate all Black women’
Ombudsman finds changes to state pension age was mishandled, affecting millions of women
The answer is clearly no but a large share of people think otherwise
Backlash highlights dilemmas of publishers trying to remain profitable in disrupted industry
Populist party soared in polls but has leached support to small anti-immigration rivals
Proposed amendments would axe references to ‘life within the home’ and change definition of family
Pornography is here to stay, two new books argue — so it’s crucial to understand how it shapes everyone
In an era of shrinking population, inequality damages the country — gender quotas should be reformed and implemented properly
While study shows ‘uptalk’ can point to earnings disappointments, there is broader bias against women
Young men and young women’s world views are pulling apart. The consequences could be far-reaching
