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In France, Marine Le Pen Pushes Abortion Politics Into View

By Léa Bouchoucha ● Politics ● January 4, 2016

Her far-right party is well known for its anti-immigrant, nationalist message. In a country that serves as a beacon for abortion rights, she is also challenging that part of the status quo.

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In Ukraine, Women Are Holding Shadow Peace Talks

By Tricia Taormina & Por Alison Bowen ● Politics ● December 22, 2015

In the absence of women’s representation in government-led peace talks, women’s groups are leading conflict resolution dialogues for eastern Ukraine.

In Croatian Refugee Camps, Haste Poses Hardship for Women, Children

By Cyrille Cartier ● Politics ● December 17, 2015

Speed is the name of the game for refugees going through Croatia and heading to the Hungarian or Slovenian border. But as winter nears, that’s particularly hard on women and children coping with inadequate food, sanitation and safety.

Hillary Clinton Heads into 2016 with Female Edge in Iowa

By Sharon Johnson ● Politics ● December 16, 2015

As the Democrats get closer to their first two primaries in Iowa and New Hampshire in early February, the front runner’s lead with female voters can’t be taken for granted given Bernie Sanders’ strength on such issues as the high cost of education and health care. Campaign finance reform also remains in focus.

World Commemorates 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

By Tricia Taormina & Por Alison Bowen ● Politics ● December 10, 2015

Around the world, civil society groups and individuals commemorated the United Nations’ 16 days of activism against gender-based violence. Here’s a look at some of the events that have taken place.

Guess Who’s Driving California’s Gender Agenda

By Susan Rose ● Politics ● December 9, 2015

The answer is women. Legislation sponsored by women for women is booming at all levels. The governor just signed the nation’s strongest equal-pay law and the mayor of Los Angeles wants a gender-equity plan from every city department on his desk by February.

In France, Marine Le Pen Pushes Abortion Politics Into View

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In Ukraine, Women Are Holding Shadow Peace Talks

In Croatian Refugee Camps, Haste Poses Hardship for Women, Children

Hillary Clinton Heads into 2016 with Female Edge in Iowa

World Commemorates 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

Guess Who’s Driving California’s Gender Agenda

Meet the 2 Women Giving Big Money to Hillary Clinton

Why Do We Need Gender Parity? ‘Because It’s 2015’

Video: California Program Helps Female Veterans

Muslim Women in France Say Outreach Desperately Needed