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FGM in Gambia: A Test of Human Rights for Girls

By Dr. Isatou Touray ● Commentary ● February 19, 2026

It is very likely that if the this law is repealed, other existing laws protecting women and girls’ rights will be threatened.

By Sonam Dave ● Commentary ● February 9, 2026

The focus is shifting away from whether women should lead towards whether prevailing leadership approaches reflect how women choose to lead.

By Cristina Johnson ● Commentary ● February 1, 2026

Shortfalls point to ongoing barriers—including stigma, limited clinic accessibility, and hurdles concerning women.

By Nadine B. Hack ● Commentary ● January 29, 2026

“History does not repeat itself, but it rhymes.” – Mark Twain

By Ilona Shandani ● LGBTIQ ● January 25, 2026

Few people understand what transgender means…

By Lucas A Trautman ● Commentary ● January 18, 2026

Once the victim is hooked, the monetization begins.

By Farah Merchant ● Commentary ● December 23, 2025

They misconstrued staying in an abusive relationship as justifying one.

By Gabriella Watson ● Commentary ● December 19, 2025

“They can cut all the flowers, but they cannot stop the spring.”

My mouth dropped open in response, but no words came out.

By Eboni Delaney ● Commentary ● December 9, 2025

A clear pattern is emerging, where the voices of women are being silenced and their contribution to society “reclassified.”