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Women and Women's Rights

Do Iran’s Women Protesters Have the Power to Topple the Regime?
Despite limits to their political and social power, Iranian women are leading protests that could jeopardize the regime.

In Brief by Kali Robinson Nov 17, 2022

Biden’s Progress on Women’s Rights: Good Start, But Not Fast Enough
More than two years into his presidency, Joseph Biden has achieved some of his gender equality goals, and fallen short on others.

Blog Post by Linda Robinson Mar 6, 2023

Abortion Law: Global Comparisons
The Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade. Where does that leave U.S. abortion regulation in comparison to the rest of the world?

Article by Women and Foreign Policy Program Staff Mar 7, 2024

It’s Time to End Child Marriage in the United States
Child marriage remains legal in most U.S. States. Before it can curb this harmful practice abroad, the U.S. must first end it at home.

Blog Post by Ann Norris Mar 13, 2023

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    Virtual Roundtable: Syrian Perspectives on Economic Recovery and Establishing a New Social Contract
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    Recent national consultations across Syria, organized by the Syrian Women’s Political Movement, documented local perspectives on the country’s future. The dialogue with women leaders around the country focused on Syria’s economic recovery, outlining opportunities for inclusive growth, and on fostering a new social contract and national identity through the political process. Earlier consultations reflected on the country’s constitution and reconstruction efforts, and on the return of displaced Syrians. Our speakers discuss the vision of local Syrian leaders on rebuilding the nation’s economy and national identity.
    Event with Sabiha Khalil, Bassma Kodmani and Jamille Bigio September 16, 2020 Women and Foreign Policy Program
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    Virtual Roundtable: Gender Inequality and Domestic Violence During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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    Governments worldwide have imposed lockdowns and implored residents to stay home to contain the spread of COVID-19. But for some, home is a dangerous place. Emerging data from around the world indicate a rise in domestic and gender-based violence since the start of the pandemic. Our panelists discuss gender inequality, and the risks associated with domestic violence, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
    Event with Felicia Marie Knaul, Shawna Wilson and Caroline Bettinger-Lopez September 15, 2020 Women and Foreign Policy Program
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    Gender Advisors Key to Effective Policy
    The proposed revisions to the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Policy have received a lot of attention since being released for public comment in mid-August. The revisions raise many issues, one of which is the important role that gender advisors play at USAID missions, regional missions, and country offices as well as DC-based offices and bureaus. Gender advisors are a critical bridge to what is happening on the ground and important to informing an effective foreign policy and national security policy.
    Blog Post by Guest Blogger for Women Around the World September 14, 2020 Women Around the World