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Gendered Legacies of Control: How China’s Population Policies Reshaped Women’s Lives
Guest Contributors are Tahina Montoya, a defense and policy researcher at RAND, and Kelly Atkinson, a political scientist at RAND.
Understanding Takaichi Sanae: Sheila Smith on Japan’s First Female Prime Minister
Renowned Japan expert Sheila Smith discusses the country’s historic election of its first female prime minister, her politics, her likely policies, and their impact on women.
Investing in Girls Is Investing in Global Security
For years, Democrats and Republicans have agreed that funding for combating child marriage is a national security concern. The United States must continue to lead the fight.
Moldova’s Victory Over Russia
A majority of voters in Moldova reaffirmed the country’s desire to break free of Russian interference and continue its path to join the European Union. The victory for reformist leader Maia Sandu, who was reelected president last year, represents one of Europe’s signal successes as Moscow seeks to intimidate and divide the continent.
Women This Week: UNGA 80 at CFR Features President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah of Namibia
Welcome to “Women Around the World: This Week,” a series that highlights noteworthy news related to women and U.S. foreign policy. This week’s post covers September 20 to September 26.
Women This Week: Denmark Issues Apology to Greenland Over Forced Sterilization
Welcome to “Women Around the World: This Week,” a series that highlights noteworthy news related to women and U.S. foreign policy. This week’s post covers September 6 September 12.
Women This Week: New Report Reveals Fifteen-Year Stall in Women’s Global Media Representation
Welcome to “Women Around the World: This Week,” a series that highlights noteworthy news related to women and U.S. foreign policy. This week’s post covers August 30 to September 5.
Women This Week: U.S. Department of State Removes Mention of Gender-Based Human Rights Abuses in Yearly Report
Welcome to “Women Around the World: This Week,” a series that highlights noteworthy news related to women and U.S. foreign policy. This week’s post covers August 9 to August 15.
Women’s Power Index: Charting Progress From the Past Twenty-Five Years
New WPI trendline charts show women’s political parity stalling across three indicators, after two decades of growth.
Women This Week: New Report Shows Historic Representation for Black Women
Welcome to “Women Around the World: This Week,” a series that highlights noteworthy news related to women and U.S. foreign policy. This week’s post covers August 2 to August 8.
The Administration’s AI Policy Should Prioritize Safety for Women and Girls
Cailin Crockett is a former National Security Council director and White House Gender Policy Council senior advisor. She is a visiting scholar at American University and serves on the Advisory Committee of the Cyber Civil Rights Initiative.
