All-British pair reach women’s doubles quarter-finals for first time in 40 years
Jo Durie and Anne Hobbs were the previous all-British team to achieve the feat. Wildcards Naiktha Bains and Maia Lumsden hailed becoming...
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Jul 7, 2023
Margot Robbie would not have wanted to make Barbie film if not for doll diversity
The Australian actress said she had not wanted to present a singular image of ‘what Barbie is’ and have it be ‘what women should aspire...
Jul 6, 2023
Period advice now being offered by Amazon’s Alexa
Period poverty charity Freedom4Girls was involved in developing the new experience. Amazon’s Alexa has been trained to offer better...
Jul 6, 2023
Paternity leave should be paid for six weeks, campaigners tell Government
Researchers found that countries with more than six weeks of paid paternity leave have a 4.0% smaller gender wage gap. Campaigners are...
May 16, 2023
LGBTQ+ young adults earn less than straight peers – data shows
Straight or gay, it may show in your pay, new research suggests. Being LGBTQ+ worsens the salary gap among young adults, new research...
May 10, 2023
Ayo Sokale's Inspiring Journey as a Black, Autistic Woman in STEM
We interviewed Ayo Sokale, a civil engineer whose childhood experiences in Nigeria inspired her to pursue a career in engineering....
Apr 28, 2023
The Power of Representation: Yara Shahidi Talks to 9-Year-Old Fan About Playing Tinker Bell
The newly released Disney film, "Peter Pan and Wendy," has caught the attention of many, particularly with Yara Shahidi playing Tinker...
Apr 27, 2023
Barbie maker launches first Down’s syndrome doll
The National Down Syndrome Society in the US helped to create the doll. Barbie maker Mattel has launched its first Down’s syndrome doll....
Apr 19, 2023
Candice Brathwaite on returning to work after mat leave and exercising for joy – not weight loss
The author, presenter and influencer talks to Lisa Salmon about being her own boss, her love of seafood and listening to her body. As a...
Apr 12, 2023
Can you ask for a pay rise to cover childcare costs?
Pregnant Then Screwed CEO, Joeli Brearley shares her advice for asking for flexible working and pay increases. By Lauren Taylor. One in...
Apr 3, 2023
Gemma Atkinson on why kids need to see parents splitting housework and childcare equally
The Strictly star and radio presenter talks to Lauren Taylor about ignoring mum-shamers on the internet and why gender equality starts at...
Mar 30, 2023
The Importance of Accurate Representation of Black Hair in Animation
Last year the Disney Pixar film "Lightyear" made waves not just for its exciting storyline, but also for its focus on representation. In...
Mar 26, 2023
Screenwriter Abi Morgan on the ‘power of vulnerability’ from women in politics
The Iron Lady and The Split writer said she sees politicians like Jacinda Ardern and Nicola Sturgeon as ‘stronger’ for showing...
Mar 13, 2023
Michelle Yeoh Makes Oscar History as First Asian to Win Best Actress
Michelle Yeoh took home the coveted best leading actress award Michelle Yeoh made history at the 95th Oscars as Everything Everywhere All...
Mar 9, 2023
Madonna says she is ‘caught in the glare of ageism’
Madonna said she has been “caught in the glare of ageism and misogyny” following criticism over her appearance at the 65th Annual Grammy...
Aug 31, 2022
"Receiving cards during cancer treatment changed my life"
When Abi Smith's life was turned upside down by cancer, she was surprised to find how cards from family and friends kept her positive...
Dec 22, 2021
Tackling the gender diversity problem in STEM in 2021
How far have we come and how far have we got to go? There have been many initiatives made by governments across the globe and...
Nov 24, 2021
Why is there a lack of gender equality in biopharma?
Gender equality remains a persistent challenge within the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry. Female CEOs account for less than...
Nov 1, 2021
The rise of social media and body dysmorphia
At 16 years of age, I joined Instagram, excited to be part of the grown-up world. Coming from a family of techies, I was well-aware of...
Oct 27, 2021
5 ways digging deeper increases diversity
Jenn Tardy tells us how as a society , specifically within the workplace, we need to take a step back to asses our intentions for...
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