Juliette Terzieff, Author at Women's eNews

Michelle Castillo Evacuated; Now Faces Unknown

By Juliette Terzieff ● Uncategorized ● October 2, 2009

Picking up the pieces after Hurricane Katrina’s devastation hasn’t been easy–or quick–for Michelle Castillo. Women’s eNews will be following Castillo over the next few months to see how she rebuilds her life.

ERA Supporters Press Their Case Again and Again

By Juliette Terzieff ● Politics ● August 30, 2007

Supporters of the Equal Rights Amendment are hopeful that the time is right for ratification of the change to the U.S. Constitution. Florida, in particular, is a hotbed of activism. The amendment has waited since March for a hearing in Congress.

Harry’s the Star But Girlfriends Also Shine

By Juliette Terzieff ● Arts & Culture ● July 12, 2007

“Pottermania” has gripped the world and fans await the next chapter in Harry’s story. Although he’s the center of attention, the girls and women in the series have gone from side notes to star turns while challenging traditional notions of femininity.

At 35, Title IX Keeps Stirring Courts and Campuses

By Juliette Terzieff ● Arts & Culture ● June 19, 2007

University-level professionals charging Title IX infringement may test the effects of a related Supreme Court decision last month. First of two stories linked to the 35th anniversary of Title IX.

Maloney and Ginsburg Parry High Court Ruling

By Juliette Terzieff ● Employment ● June 1, 2007

The only woman on the Supreme Court called on Congress to come up with a law to counteract this week’s majority ruling on gender-based pay discrimination. New York Rep. Carolyn Maloney has done just that.

Defenders Mobilize to Assist Teen Who Aborted

By Juliette Terzieff ● Crime & Law ● February 12, 2007

Legal advocates are closely watching the case of a Dominican teen in Massachusetts who faces possible homicide charges for performing a do-it-yourself abortion. Latina representatives say the case dramatizes health care disparities.

On Sports Sideline, Visser Extends Her Long Run

By Juliette Terzieff ● Arts & Culture ● February 2, 2007

U.S. sports fans who turn on the TV to watch the Super Bowl this weekend will see a familiar face on the sidelines. Lesley Visser carved out a role for women in sports journalism over 30 years and has made it into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

New Welfare Regs Called Barriers to Single Moms

By Juliette Terzieff ● Uncategorized ● December 14, 2006

Single mothers with children are the vast majority of those receiving welfare. New federal regulations will make it harder for them to find time for further education, time with their children, or even domestic-violence counseling, advocates say.

Katrina’s Final Blow Leaves Family on the Edge

By Juliette Terzieff ● Commentary ● October 20, 2006

Michelle Castillo has cobbled together a new home for her family, but their lives, like thousands of Hurricane Katrina survivors, are now dominated by financial concerns. Last in a year-long series about one woman trying to rebuild her life.

Fashion World Says Too Thin Is Too Hazardous

By Juliette Terzieff ● Arts & Culture ● September 24, 2006

The fashion industry was rocked last week by Spain’s decision to ban underweight models from Madrid runways in an effort to promote healthy body weights. Advocates praised the move as a positive attempt to stem the rise in eating disorders.

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