The Credibility Gap: How Sexism Shapes Human Knowledge
It's a man's world...but what does that mean? Today, when you Google "Are Women...?" the most likely suggested answer you'll get is "Evil." What does the suppression of women's experiences and knowledge in culture and media mean in terms of human understanding? How does a global suppression of women's experiences, perspectives and storytelling result in injustice and inequality? This talk dives into the question of what male-centered culture really means.
The Fight For Women's Rights
As Hillary Clinton makes another bid to become the United States’ first female president, the fight for gender equality is far from over: women continue to face issues like abortion rights and equal pay.
A glass ceiling - or a broken ladder?
Men continue to outnumber women in senior leadership roles around the world - but reports suggest this isn't the only inequality problem in the workplace. Women say they feel left out of social events, face sexual harassment and get criticized for being aggressive. So are women hitting a glass ceiling, or are they also climbing a broken ladder? As part of this year's 100 Women, a team in Silicon Valley, where women hold just one in 10 senior positions, will be looking at ways to tackle this problem.
The History of Women's Right to Vote
This summer we begin our celebration of the 100th anniversary of the 19th amendment. The amendment that guaranteed women the right to vote. It’s often thought that the amendment was necessary because the Constitution prohibited women from voting. But American women actually have a history of voting, stretching back to the early republic.
Kids Explain Why Women Are Paid Less Than Men
Equal pay is an issue that could affect many generations of Americans and since children are our future, Jimmy thought it would be a good idea to get their take on it. So we went out on the street and asked kids to explain why they think women get paid less than men. This is what they had to say.
The Origins of ‘Women’s Rights Are Human Rights’
The struggle for women’s political rights in the United States has deep and complex roots, says historian Kate Lemay. She recently launched a show at the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C., called “Votes for Women: A Portrait of Persistence.”
8 Movies to Watch for Women's History Month
Looking for powerful movies to watch during Women's History Month? Here are eight fact-based stories about women that could spark great conversations with your kids.