gender

Conservatives say they will define sex as biological to end ‘confusion’

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Conservatives say they will define sex as biological to end ‘confusion’

Britain’s Conservatives plan to explicitly define sex as biological in the Equality Act if they win the election on July 4. They argue that this will strengthen protections for women and girls while ensuring privacy and dignity for all. The Labour Party believes clearer guidance for service providers is needed instead of altering the law. The proposed change would not affect existing protections against discrimination based on gender reassignment.

Gender equality is a priority for the European Union

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Gender equality is a priority for the European Union

The European Union prioritizes gender equality, with the principle of equal pay for men and women established in 1957. Despite progress, inequalities persist, such as the 13% gender pay gap in 2021. Women are underrepresented in decision-making roles, particularly in the European Parliament. Violence against women is a serious issue, with one in three women experiencing physical or sexual violence. The EU has taken steps to address gender disparities, including mandatory data disclosure to reveal pay gaps and rules against violence, such as cyber violence and female genital mutilation. The EU has ratified the Istanbul Convention to protect women from all forms of violence.

Nicosia forum stresses financial literacy and digital inclusion for women

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Nicosia forum stresses financial literacy and digital inclusion for women

Experts gathered in Nicosia to discuss strategies for enhancing the economic and digital inclusion of women, highlighting the persistent stereotypes that hinder women’s access to education in STEM fields.

Gender equality key to solving inequality, says commissioner

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Gender Equality Commissioner Josie Christodoulou emphasized that gender equality is not a problem to be solved but rather the solution to existing inequality. She stated that empowering women strengthens both society and the economy, and highlighted that women face similar obstacles worldwide such as discrimination, sexism, violence, and inequalities. Christodoulou also mentioned that addressing gender equality is a horizontal priority for the Christodoulides government, and that integrating the gender dimension in public policies is crucial for promoting gender equality.

How should fans respond to musical abusers?

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How should fans respond to musical abusers?

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs settled a lawsuit brought against him by his then girlfriend Cassandra Ventura, accusing him of sexual and physical violence over more than a decade.

Mediterranean women, ’s conference opens in Nicosia

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Mediterranean women, ’s conference opens in Nicosia

Fact: The #Women4Mediterranean conference will open in Nicosia to discuss financial strengthening of women, gender equality, climate change, violence against women, and media issues.

Fewer top women earners in British finance since pandemic, report says

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Fewer top women earners in British finance since pandemic, report says

– Women make up a smaller proportion of top earners in British financial and professional services than before the COVID-19 pandemic, with 19.4% of the top 1% of earners being women between the first quarter of 2020 and the second quarter of 2023.

Mediaeval aristocratic women brought back to life

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Mediaeval aristocratic women brought back to life

The exhibition “Mediaeval Women of Cyprus” is a joint project by two Turkish Cypriots, Ahmet Hilmi and Semra Bayhanli, showcasing seven large canvasses portraying significant women in the island’s mediaeval history.

Next Congress Must Overhaul Tax Code to Make Corporations Pay: Coalition | Common Dreams

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Next Congress Must Overhaul Tax Code to Make Corporations Pay: Coalition | Common Dreams

– More than 100 public interest groups wrote to congressional leaders urging them to pass bold new tax reforms following the expiration of the Trump-era tax cuts in 2025.
– The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) has been proven to be a failure, with the average worker not seeing the financial benefits promised.
– The groups outlined three goals for tax reform in 2025: making the tax code fairer, raising more revenue for investments in Americans, and supporting economic growth.
– Extending the individual and real estate tax cuts from the TCJA past 2025 would add .6 trillion to the national deficit.
– The coalition believes that Congress should reject the failed approach of the Bush and Trump tax cuts and create a fairer tax code that supports necessary investments and inclusive growth.
– There is strong public support for making the tax system fairer and using the revenues raised to invest in care for families.

Gender equality commissioner: Women enhance diplomacy

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Gender equality commissioner: Women enhance diplomacy

Fact: Commissioner for Gender Equality Josie Christodoulou highlighted the benefits that women bring to diplomacy and emphasized the importance of gender mainstreaming in foreign policy to influence global affairs.