US abortion ruling: Reproductive rights are integral to women's rights, says UN Women
The US Supreme Court has struck down Roe v. Wade, eliminating the nearly 50-year-old constitutional right to abortion and ruled that states may regulate the practice of it.
Jun 25, 2022, 09:21 AM IST
Amazon collaborates with UN Women to launch IWD storefront in India
As part of the launch, Amazon will contribute Rs 25 on each purchase to directly sponsor girl child education which will be in partnership with the NGO, Nanhi Kali. Besides that, Amazon India unveiled limited-edition bookmarks that feature stories of real women entrepreneurs to mark International Women’s Day in India.
Mar 05, 2021, 21:35 PM IST
'Just the beginning': UN Women chief expects more to speak out on sexual harassment
The avalanche of sexual misconduct allegations that has rattled Hollywood, US media and beyond is just beginning, says the head of UN Women, who expects many more women to come forward before behaviors change.
Nov 24, 2017, 07:27 AM IST
'Internet can't be used as weapon of harassment against women'
There is need for regulation and monitoring of social media platforms and the medium cannot be allowed to turn into a "weapon of misogyny and harassment" against women in the name of freedom of expression.
Mar 14, 2017, 14:46 PM IST
Katrina Kaif: Society fails to recognise marital rape as a crime; women must speak up!
Speaking at the ‘WeUnite' conference, which marks United Nations Women's partnership with the IMC Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif talked about how gender equality is important in today's times.
Dec 06, 2016, 19:10 PM IST
Katrina Kaif presses for gender equality at UN Women event!
The beautiful Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif has a towering personality and there's no denying in that. The 'Fitoor' actress has an ocean of fan following, who love to watch her films, emulate her style and believe in what their idol does.
Dec 06, 2016, 14:02 PM IST
Rajnikanth's daughter becomes UN advocate for Gender
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Aug 30, 2016, 16:18 PM IST
Women tell UN to give them a seat at peace table
The rebuke came as the UN Security Council adopted a revamped version of a 15-year-old resolution that highlights the role of women in peacemaking and calls for measures to increase their participation.
Oct 14, 2015, 01:34 AM IST
