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Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
25 resistance pics from Lesbians Unite protest in NYC that the mainstream news won't show you
D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International NYC Lesbians Unite Rally UN Dag Hammarskjold Plaza organized by Outright International On March 14, queer activists gathered at Dag Hammarskjold Plaza in NYC to reclaim a powerful legacy — the iconic "Lesbian Tent." First created nearly 30 years ago at the Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing, the Tent is considered a "physical representation of [the] demand for visibility, equality, and justice on the global stage." As governments worldwide continue to attack LGBTQ+ rights, those demands are just as important as ever. This explicitly inclusive demonstration organized by Outright International and the LBTI Caucus echoed the demands of past generations while looking towards the future. Keep scrolling for images of resilience, solidarity, and joy, all of which serve as a reminder to the world that LGBTQ+ rights are non-negotiable. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International NYC Lesbians Unite Rally UN Dag Hammarskjold Plaza organized by Outright International The protest was organized by Outright International a nonprofit organization that works around the world to fight for and strengthen LGBTQ+ human rights. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International NYC Lesbians Unite Rally UN Dag Hammarskjold Plaza organized by Outright International These photos are an inspiring reminder of the power of queer folks when we stand together in solidarity. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International NYC Lesbians Unite Rally UN Dag Hammarskjold Plaza organized by Outright International Looking for ways to get involved? Here's a list of organizations and resources. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above Want to give back? Here are 26 organizations fighting Donald Trump that you can donate to. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above The protest was organized by Outright International a nonprofit organization that works around the world to fight for and strengthen LGBTQ+ human rights. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above These photos are an inspiring reminder of the power of queer folks when we stand together in solidarity. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above Looking for ways to get involved? Here's a list of organizations and resources. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above Want to give back? Here are 26 organizations fighting Donald Trump that you can donate to. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above The protest was organized by Outright International a nonprofit organization that works around the world to fight for and strengthen LGBTQ+ human rights. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above These photos are an inspiring reminder of the power of queer folks when we stand together in solidarity. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above Looking for ways to get involved? Here's a list of organizations and resources. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above Want to give back? Here are 26 organizations fighting Donald Trump that you can donate to. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above The protest was organized by Outright International a nonprofit organization that works around the world to fight for and strengthen LGBTQ+ human rights. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above These photos are an inspiring reminder of the power of queer folks when we stand together in solidarity. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above Looking for ways to get involved? Here's a list of organizations and resources. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above Want to give back? Here are 26 organizations fighting Donald Trump that you can donate to. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above The protest was organized by Outright International a nonprofit organization that works around the world to fight for and strengthen LGBTQ+ human rights. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above These photos are an inspiring reminder of the power of queer folks when we stand together in solidarity. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above Looking for ways to get involved? Here's a list of organizations and resources. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above Want to give back? Here are 26 organizations fighting Donald Trump that you can donate to. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above The protest was organized by Outright International a nonprofit organization that works around the world to fight for and strengthen LGBTQ+ human rights. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above These photos are an inspiring reminder of the power of queer folks when we stand together in solidarity. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above Looking for ways to get involved? Here's a list of organizations and resources. D.J. Lehrhaupt for Outright International TK CAPTION - see above Want to give back? Here are 26 organizations fighting Donald Trump that you can donate to.
Forbes
23-03-2025
- Politics
- Forbes
Gender Parity At Work: 9 Ways Women Can Redefine Success And Win
Diverse panel of women. getty In 1995, at the Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing, then-First Lady Hillary Clinton offered women an optimistic vision for gender parity when she repeated a phrase from the feminist movement: "Human rights are women's rights, and women's rights are human rights." Thirty years later, on March 12, 2025, at the Beijing+30: Addressing 21st Century Challenges to Gender Equality event at Columbia University, Secretary Clinton acknowledged the sobering reality of persistent gender inequities: "Any country that holds back women, by norms, by law, by force, is just hurting itself." Her words reflect the reality of this moment: while some things have improved, many outcomes are only nominally better than in 1995, and some - like the overturning of Roe v. Wade's abortion protection, for example - are worse. The 2024 Lean In/McKinsey Women in the Workplace report underscored this disconnect: while more women have reached executive roles, their progress is fragile. Most women still report being overlooked for career opportunities, especially those that lead to leadership. The report projects that it will take 22 years for white women to achieve workplace parity and, double that, 48 years for women of color. And, as Dr. Kecia M. Thomas, Dean of the University of Alabama at Birmingham College of Arts and Sciences, noted in a recent interview, "The growing number of women in C-suite positions, even if new staff positions, may inadvertently send a message that efforts to support women's career development—and diversity overall—are no longer needed.' Federal policies are also reversing progress. In the last two months, the Trump Administration dismissed two high-ranking women military officers, Admiral Linda Fagan and Admiral Lisa Franchetti. The administration also dismantled workplace protections for women and reversed reproductive rights by enforcing the Hyde Amendment. At that same event, Jennifer Klein, Professor of Professional Practice and director of the Institute for Global Politics Women's Initiative, noted both progress and persistent challenges for women over the past 30 years. According to Klein, women have made progress in (1) education globally, where the global gender gap in primary education has virtually closed. (2) maternal health, where the rate of maternal mortality worldwide has nearly halved, and (3) in legal rights, where advances have been made through international agreements, United Nations resolutions, and constitutional and legislative changes. But challenges persist. According to a 2015 McKinsey report, if gender parity in work were achieved, global gross domestic product (GDP) could rise by $28 trillion. However, as Klein pointed out, women's labor force participation has stagnated at just 36% since 1995. Women continue to bear the brunt of unpaid caregiving responsibilities. She also noted that women's political representation remains inadequate, with only 26 out of 193 United Nations member states currently led by women. (That number increased to 27 when Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah was sworn in as Namibia's first female president on March 21, 2025. Another piece of good news from the event was former Chilean President and United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Michelle Bachelet telling Christiane Amanpour that she might run for the office of Secretary General of the United Nations. If she runs and is elected, that would be another global first for women). Despite these barriers, women are ambitious and want to progress. I spoke with three women who study and advise on women's career advancement - Ellen Taaffe, Deepa Purushothaman, and Dr. Thomas. Their insights highlight how women can continue thriving, even if normative, legal, and structural barriers persist. Dr. Thomas is known for many things, including her "Pet to Threat" model. She warns that many women in leadership are placed in newly created roles, making them vulnerable when corporate priorities shift. She recommends the following actions to counter this risk: Dr. Thomas urges women to assess whether staying in toxic environments is worth the emotional toll. Deepa Purushothaman notes that as companies shy away from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), women must proactively define their own solutions. She urges women to: As Errin Haines, editor-at-large and founder of the 19th, stated at the Beijing+30 event, 'Beijing mattered. Beijing still matters.' Clinton's 1995 speech laid an optimistic foundation for gender parity, but her 2025 remarks reflect today's harsher reality. Women cannot afford to wait for norms and systems to catch up. By defining success on their terms, building influence, and leveraging networks, they can continue progressing on gender parity - even in the face of resistance.
South China Morning Post
13-03-2025
- Politics
- South China Morning Post
As the US backslides, can China claim moral high ground on women's rights?
Standing before representatives from 189 nations 30 years ago, then US first lady Hillary Clinton delivered a speech in Beijing that defined the times. Advertisement 'If there is one message that echoes forth from this conference, let it be that human rights are women's rights and women's rights are human rights, once and for all,' she said at the United Nations' Fourth World Conference on Women in September 1995. Hibaaq Osman remembers this moment clearly. The founder and chief executive of Cairo-based Karama, a movement of women's rights groups in Africa and the Arab region, was one of 30,000 women who had navigated the Chinese capital's rainy weather and muddy roads to find common ground. 'We were coming from different cultures, but women were there to discuss their troubles, personal and political,' she said. At the time, the feminist movement in the United States was in its prime, Osman said, and the strong presence of American NGOs and feminists played a crucial role at the conference. Advertisement Clinton was widely seen as a 'rock star' for women's rights and the US was pushing for a feminist agenda, though, Osman said, there was disagreement on certain aspects, such as the right to choose and reproductive rights. 'For me, this was a progressive movement, and I didn't see it as just a US agenda, but rather as a feminist agenda on a global scale,' she said.
Bahrain News Gazette
12-03-2025
- Politics
- Bahrain News Gazette
Bahrain Engages Actively at 69th UN Commission on Status of Women
New York: The Kingdom of Bahrain participated in the 69th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69), represented by Lulwa Saleh Al Awadhi, Secretary General of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW). The session, held in New York, was chaired by Dr. Abdulaziz Al Wasel, Permanent Representative of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the UN. According to Bahrain News Agency, Ant³nio Guterres, Secretary-General of the UN, highlighted that in many countries, women and girls continue to be deprived of their fundamental rights. He described CSW as a catalyst for the transformation needed and called for efforts to promote peace and dignity for women and girls worldwide. Dennis Francis, President of the UN General Assembly, also emphasised the urgency of accelerating progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The session saw the participation of Sima Bahous, Executive Director of UN Women; Collen Vixen Kelapile, President of the UN Economic and Social Council; and representatives from the European Union, Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and the Arab Group. A political declaration marking the 30th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women was adopted. The session focused on evaluating the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, reviewing progress on gender equality, and setting global standards for advancing women's empowerment. Al Awadhi also attended a side event organised by the State of Kuwait, titled 'Women and Technology: Inspiring Stories from the GCC countries'. Shaima Shawqi Al Meer, Senior Space Data Analyst at the National Space Science Agency (NSSA) and SCW delegate, spoke at the event, highlighting Bahraini women's achievements in technology, emerging sciences, and advanced technologies. She emphasised Bahrain's commitment to women's empowerment in technology as a pillar for sustainable development and innovation. Al Meer noted that Bahrain's framework for women's advancement is based on the National Action Charter, Constitution, and national strategies promoting equal opportunities. She highlighted the establishment of the NSSA, where 63% of Bahraini employees are women, holding 50% of executive roles and 43% of engineering positions as of Q3 2023. She added that the Kingdom prioritises women's education and training in STEM fields, launching AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and data science programmes to equip women with future-ready skills. Bahrain has also fostered a startup ecosystem supporting women entrepreneurs in fintech, e-commerce, and AI, contributing to economic growth. Al Meer shared her experience in space sciences and highlighted Bahraini women's contributions in many promising areas, such as utilising AI to improve and streamline government services, satellite policy development, and strategic risk assessment. She also noted their involvement in Bahrain's space team, including collaboration with the United Arab Emirates. She expressed pride in being part of this progress and innovation, attributing it to the support of Her Royal Highness Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa, Consort of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and President of the SCW, in advancing women's empowerment. During the GCC side event, Al Awadhi highlighted that GCC countries are not classified as developing nations but have strong, influential economies. She stated that Gulf women enjoy full access to services and opportunities on par with their counterparts in advanced nations. She also noted that there is no gender wage gap in the GCC, as legislation and strategies have driven rapid economic progress. Al Awadhi also attended the 'Mother of the Nation' exhibition, hosted by the UAE, showcasing the vision and contributions of Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak in women's empowerment. Bahrain's delegation also participated in Saudi Arabia's side event, titled 'From Vision to Reality: Saudi Arabia's Story of Women's Empowerment,' which highlighted women's progress under Vision 2030. Additionally, Al Awadhi held a coordination meeting with Dr. Moez Doraid, Regional Director of UN Women for the Arab States, to review preparations for launching the third edition of the Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa Global Award for Women's Empowerment. The award is set to be launched on March 11 in New York as part of CSW69.
Daily Tribune
12-03-2025
- Politics
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain Participates in the 69th Session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women
Bahrain took part in the 69th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69), represented by Lulwa Saleh Al Awadhi, Secretary General of the Supreme Council for Women (SCW). The session, taking place in New York, is chaired by Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Wasil, Saudi Arabia's Permanent Representative to the UN. UN Secretary-General António Guterres addressed the ongoing struggles faced by women and girls in many countries, emphasizing the need for CSW to drive transformation and promote peace and dignity for women worldwide. Dennis Francis, President of the UN General Assembly, also underscored the importance of accelerating progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The session saw participation from key figures, including Sima Bahous, Executive Director of UN Women, and Collen Vixen Kelapile, President of the UN Economic and Social Council, as well as representatives from the European Union, Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and the Arab Group. The event featured a political declaration marking the 30th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women and focused on evaluating the Beijing Declaration, advancing gender equality, and setting global standards for women's empowerment. Al Awadhi attended a side event hosted by Kuwait titled "Women and Technology: Inspiring Stories from the GCC Countries," where Shaima Shawqi Al Meer, Senior Space Data Analyst at Bahrain's National Space Science Agency (NSSA), shared insights into Bahraini women's achievements in technology, emerging sciences, and innovation. She highlighted Bahrain's commitment to empowering women in technology through initiatives in STEM fields and the establishment of a supportive startup ecosystem. Al Meer noted that 63% of NSSA employees are women, with 50% holding executive roles and 43% in engineering positions. She also emphasized the Kingdom's dedication to equipping women with future-ready skills in AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and data science, supporting sustainable development and economic growth. During the GCC side event, Al Awadhi stressed that Gulf countries have influential economies and that women in the region enjoy equal opportunities and services. She also mentioned that there is no gender wage gap in the GCC, attributing rapid economic progress to gender-inclusive legislation. Al Awadhi attended the "Mother of the Nation" exhibition, organized by the UAE, celebrating the contributions of Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak in advancing women's empowerment. Bahrain's delegation also participated in Saudi Arabia's side event, "From Vision to Reality: Saudi Arabia's Story of Women's Empowerment," highlighting women's progress under Vision 2030. Additionally, Al Awadhi held a meeting with Dr. Moez Doraid, Regional Director of UN Women for the Arab States, to discuss preparations for the launch of the third edition of the Princess Sabeeka bint Ibrahim Al Khalifa Global Award for Women's Empowerment, set to launch on March 11 in New York as part of CSW69.
