Black women leaders in the climate movement, Girl Up Leadership Summit, an interview with Miss USA Cheslie Kryst and more!
July 26, 2019
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Two democratic Congress women introduced a bill that would block federal funding for the 2026 men's World Cup until the USWNT earns "fair and equitable wages compared to the US men's team." - CNN ([link removed])
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Read an opinion piece ([link removed]) about the importance of black women in the climate movement.
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Seven U.S. states have adopted task forces to fight violence against indigenous women. Native girls and women are more likely than average to be the victim of a violent crime. - NPR ([link removed])
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Saudi news media report the government is considering what would be the most significant reform yet of the country's guardianship laws. However, women in Saudi Arabia are both hopeful and cynical due to the lack of real change in women's rights. - New York Times ([link removed])
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The makers of Thor: Love and Thunder announced that Natalie Portman will return as female Thor. The news has received much positive feedback. - Buzzfeed News ([link removed])
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Click here for an interview ([link removed]) with ten young activists who attended the Girl Up Leadership Summit, a U.N. campaign that promotes activitism for 13- to 22- year olds to work for the health, safety and education of girls.
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WATCH: Miss USA Cheslie Kryst discusses sexism and gender bias in the workplace. "When I was in law school and I was competing in a moot court competition, the only feedback that one of the judges had for me was, 'Make sure you wear a skirt next time'."
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