women empowerment

5 female Urdu writers you should be celebrating

On the 88th birth anniversary of Fatima Surraya Bajia, we celebrate the contribution of female writers to Urdu Literature

6 years ago

Pakistani company apologizes after threatening new employee ‘to take off hijab or leave’

Women being policed on how they dress, this time by leading digital agency Creative Chaos

6 years ago

‘Stupid’, ‘Loser’, ‘racist’: Trump’s aggression towards black women in the media is appalling

These are just some of the words the US president has used for female reporters of colour in the past…

6 years ago

Do we need white people to tell our women how to behave in public spaces?

Photos of white woman cycling in Peshawar sparks debate on privilege, highlights double standards

6 years ago

Comedian Trevor Noah tries to teach Malala some ‘swag’

Young activist says she never brings up her Nobel Peace Prize in conversations

5 years ago

5 things women need to start saying in 2019

From a young age, women are conditioned to be obedient, easy-going and nurturing

5 years ago

Female boxers will now be able to wear hijabs in international competitions

German boxer and Nike Pro Hijab ambassador Zeina Nassar calls move a win for women across the world

5 years ago

‘It’s only crazy until you do it’: Nike’s newest ad is an empowering tribute to female athletes

Women in sports (and otherwise) are often dismissed as 'crazy, hysterical' when they show their emotions

5 years ago

Saudi Arabia appoints a first-ever female ambassador to United States

Princess Rima bint Bandar al-Saud has been a strong advocate of women's rights in the kingdom

5 years ago