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5 Times Jane Fonda Brought Activism To Awards Shows

staff@women.com (Amanda Chatel) — Sat, 08 Mar 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Jane Fonda has been vocal about social issues for decades. Here's how she's brought awareness to good causes on the glitziest nights in Hollywood.

Celebs Who Took Activism To The Next Level

staff@women.com (Amanda Chatel) — Wed, 05 Mar 2025 14:00:00 +0000

Over the years, plenty of celebrities have dove into the world of activism, and some have even taken it to the next level, facing some heavy consequences.

5 Of The Best Books To Read To Cope With The Second Trump Administration

staff@women.com (Clementine Doyle) — Fri, 07 Feb 2025 16:00:52 +0000

The daunting scale of everything is hard to absorb, and the burden of what's transpired might feel overwhelming. But amid the tumult and pain, there are books.

What Is The 4B Movement? (And Why It Packs More Punch This Time Around)

staff@women.com (Emily Hutchinson) — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 19:05:20 +0000

The 4B movement has made waves across college campuses in the U.S. and gained serious steam since Donald Trump was controversially elected for his second term.

Dolly Parton's Most Philanthropic Efforts Across Her Long Career

staff@women.com (Emily Hutchinson) — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 16:00:53 +0000

Dolly Parton is a philanthropic icon, repeatedly investing in the creativity and futures for people across the globe, as well as her home town.

The People's Librarian: Dolly Parton Is Bringing Books To Your Community

staff@women.com (Madison Emily Whisenand) — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 14:00:24 +0000

Dolly's Parton Imagination Library is just as relevant as it was in 1995. She may be childfree, but she's truly become the people's librarian.

The Viral Watch Me Cook TikTok Trend Is The Fiery Clap Back We All Need

staff@women.com (Bernadette Roe) — Sat, 01 Jun 2024 13:00:16 +0000

Across TikTok, women are slamming a viral video promoting outdated beliefs about gender in the best way possible: By showing off their successes.

Microfeminism Is Going Viral On TikTok, But It's More Than Just A Trend

staff@women.com (Amanda Chatel) — Sun, 19 May 2024 13:00:33 +0000

Contrary to how our culture has evolved regarding gender equality, there are still plenty of cis men still living in the dark ages.

Could Caitlin Clark Finally Bring Change To WNBA Salaries? PR Expert Weighs In

staff@women.com (Amanda Chatel) — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 15:48:57 +0000

Female athletes have long endured a gender pay gap, but pro basketballer Caitlin Clark could help change that, with all eyes on her WNBA salary in 2024.

Here's What Went Down With No Limbits Adaptive Clothing After Shark Tank

staff@women.com (Amanda Chatel) — Thu, 28 Mar 2024 10:00:58 +0000

No Limbits meaningful mission spoke directly to the sharks

8 Of The Most Empowering Taylor Swift Songs To Blast This International Women's Day

staff@women.com (Emily Hutchinson) — Thu, 07 Mar 2024 11:00:02 +0000

From feminist anthem "The Man," to emotional ballad "Long Live," these Taylor Swift tracks call out double standards and celebrate girl power in the best way.

Greta Gerwig's Favorite Books Are The Ultimate Feminist Reading List

staff@women.com (Amanda Chatel) — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 14:00:51 +0000

To no surprise, the books that Greta Gerwig loves and credits as being influential in her life are feminist readings through and through.

The Quiet Luxury And Old Money Aesthetics Have Us Chasing An Unattainable Ideal

staff@women.com (Carolyn Osorio) — Sun, 03 Sep 2023 14:00:15 +0000

Buying into the superiority of the wealthy and striving to attain their aesthetic does nothing but further troubling classist thinking.

What To Do When Someone Attempts To Leak Your Nudes

staff@women.com (Jennifer Skura Boutell) — Tue, 22 Aug 2023 15:00:29 +0000

Someone is weaponizing intimate content against you, there are a few steps to take to seek justice and move forward.

10 Women Who Are Leading The Charge On Our Recovery From Girlboss Culture

staff@women.com (Sierra Vandervort) — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 11:30:11 +0000

These leaders remind us that women shouldn't have to act or think like men in order to receive respect.

What Is The Racial Wealth Gap And How Is It Affecting Black Women?

staff@women.com (Carolyn Osorio) — Wed, 19 Jul 2023 10:00:35 +0000

The reparations conversation allows for a reevaluation of how and why we should level the wealth playing field.

Taylor Swift Changed The Controversial Lyrics In 'Better Than Revenge,' And Fans Need To Respect That Choice

staff@women.com (Ria Bhagwat) — Sat, 08 Jul 2023 00:10:51 +0000

Some fans are divided over the "Better than Revenge" lyric change on "Speak Now (Taylor's Version)." Here's why it shouldn't be up for debate.

Colleen Ballinger's Apology Song Is The Opposite Of Accountability

staff@women.com (Lauren Waters) — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 18:33:10 +0000

Ballinger's latest attempt at addressing the allegations around her inappropriate behavior completely misses the mark for a sincere apology.

Global Gender Parity Won't Happen For 131 Years, And It's Not Just Because Of Unequal Pay

staff@women.com (Carolyn Osorio) — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 17:00:38 +0000

Despite the progress over the last century, it's going to be another 100+ years for us to reach true gender parity in the workplace.

The Shein Influencer Trip Controversy, Explained

staff@women.com (Renée Camus) — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 15:00:49 +0000

Shein recently invited social media influencers to tour its factory in an attempt to rehab the company's image internationally, leading to controversy online.