Women in STEM and the Power of Mass Media
When trying to understand why science, tech, engineering, and math remain so male-dominated, it’s necessary to examine how we interact with them through culture.
Nabeelah Shabbir on how to deal with gendered online violence
The co-author of “The Chilling: A Global Study On Online Violence Against Women Journalists” chats with us about the research behind the study and what it all means for journalists and journalism.
Monica McWilliams on Women Contributing to Peace in Northern Ireland and Beyond
The academic and former peace negotiator talks about her journey navigating politics and sexism, what has evolved in how women are viewed during conflicts, and what lessons we can draw from the past.
Hazel Malapit on the Gender-Climate-Food Security Nexus
The International Food Policy Research Institute researcher tells us about why gender equality matters for food security, the need for collecting the “right data,” and her COP28 expectations.
Why Universal Childcare Makes “Economic Sense”
A study by Economist Impact has found investing in childcare is not only urgent for the people involved, but also “fiscally responsible.” It could lead to GDP growth between 0.2 to 1.09% per year.
