Russia Archives – Page 2 of 3

Pipeline Aid Projects Called Harmful to Women

By Bojana Stoparic ● Politics ● January 18, 2007

Two oil pipelines in Russia and the Caucasus boosted prostitution and poverty according to a recent report. Authors hope the findings will heighten awareness of gender-related development needs at this weekend’s World Social Forum in Kenya.

Latest in Russia

Moscow Can’t Leave a Young Single Woman Alone

By Mariya Rasner ● Commentary ● June 15, 2006

While working in Moscow, journalist Mariya Rasner struggled to find time on her own. It was difficult because in Russian loneliness and solitude mean the same thing and young women trying to take a relaxed stroll are taken as figures of dejection.

Anti-War Mothers’ Group in Russia Fears for Future

By Por Alison Bowen ● Politics ● June 5, 2006

Russia’s new power to intrude on nongovernmental organizations is a sore point in U.S.-Russian relations and is spreading a chill over rights groups such as the Soldiers’ Mothers Committee, which helps women keep sons out of the military.

Politkovskaya’s Duty Is to Cover Chechnya’s War

By Por Alison Bowen ● Uncategorized ● December 29, 2005

Russian journalist Anna Politkovskaya has earned recognition and reprisal for her coverage of the war in Chechnya. She is unswerving in her dedication to her work, which she says offers a chance to help people face both atrocities and everyday life.

More Power to the Women of Kuwait

By Yolonda C. Richardson ● Arts & Culture ● July 6, 2005

Kuwait just appointed its first female cabinet minister in May, an exclamation point on women’s enfranchisement. With two years before Kuwait women’s first election, Yolonda Richardson outlines the steps for them and women the world over.

Russian Women Struggle to Survive Domestic Violence

By Mariya Rasner ● Politics ● March 10, 2005

In Russia, 14,000 women are killed each year in acts of domestic violence, and human rights activists are dissatisfied with the government’s enforcement of laws against the crime. Sixth in a seven-part series on the Beijing Platform.

‘Black Widow’ Fears Surround a Russian Verdict

By Mariya Rasner ● Uncategorized ● February 6, 2005

Female Chechen suicide bombers have committed atrocious violence and roused fear in Russia and one Chechen woman was convicted recently of terrorism. Her lawyers, however, argue that she was framed by authorities eager to catch a “black widow.”

Jewish Women Reach Out in Former Soviet Union

By Keren Engelberg ● Uncategorized ● October 11, 2004

Project Kesher’s mandate is to spur Jewish revival in the Former Soviet Union. But the group also reaches out to women of all backgrounds, believing that interfaith connections can ease growing ethnic tensions and curb anti-Semitism.

Africa’s Future May Depend on Women’s Employment

By Nicole Itano ● Arts & Culture ● February 8, 2004

A young South African woman’s income as a rural tour guide is meager. But in so far as it shelters her from pressures to marry early or resort to sex work, research suggests it may help buffer sub-Saharan Africa’s risks of further civil war.

Nike ‘Just Doesn’t Do It’ for Women’s Soccer

By Karen OConnor ● Arts & Culture ● October 15, 2003

After Nike’s refusal to exclusively sponsor the Women’s United Soccer Association, a “recovering soccer mom” is bitter about the money she’s spent on “swoosh” products.