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The Global Health 50/50 2025 Report reveals alarming setbacks in DEI and gender equality among US-based global health organizations. As DEI rollbacks intensify, the fight for inclusive leadership and equitable policies is more urgent than ever! 

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Is the DEI era in corporate America ending as quickly as it began? This insightful article explores the mass defection from diversity programs, questioning the real commitment and the search for what actually works. 

Women in leadership aren't just breaking barriers, they're building better outcomes! New research highlights their positive impact on health, finance, innovation, and more in low- and middle-income countries. Investing in women leaders benefits everyone. #WomenInLeadership #GlobalHealth #GenderParity

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It's not just about including women in research, it's about considering how sex & gender truly impact health. This insightful article breaks down why this deeper dive is essential for equitable healthcare. 

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A diverse scientific and healthcare workforce drives innovation and equitable care, yet efforts to enhance diversity often overlook how intersecting identities shape opportunities and experiences. This three-paper series explores the role of intersectionality in inclusion, career advancement, and health research, with a focus on its impacts on patient and population outcomes. Insights into applying intersectional frameworks in regional contexts, particularly in the Americas, offer pathways for meaningful change.

A new study by the Asian Development Bank explores how engaging men, boys, and gender-diverse people can help transform masculinities and advance gender equality. Through a gender equality and social inclusion analysis, the study identifies strategies to confront persistent inequalities across sectors and highlights sustainable approaches for long-term change. By expanding the toolkit for gender-transformative programs, this research paves the way for more inclusive and equitable development in South Asia.

Tandang Sora Women’s Museum Opens in Quezon City! Located in Pasong Tamo, Quezon City, the Tandang Sora Women’s Museum honors Filipina revolutionaries, feminist leaders, and working-class women who shaped history. With powerful exhibits and artistic tributes, it celebrates women’s resilience and heroism through the years. Visit Tues-Sun, 9 AM - 4 PM. 

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Community health workers (CHWs) are the backbone of primary healthcare, yet they remain undervalued and underpaid. A recent panel hosted by GHI, CHIC, and the Department of International Development highlighted the urgent need to professionalize CHWs and secure sustainable funding. Advocacy efforts must link data with lived experiences to drive policy change. Strengthening CHW systems is essential to achieving universal health coverage and ensuring equitable healthcare access for all.

A new study explores the ethical challenges of gender-affirming healthcare in Indonesia, where unclear laws and restrictive policies leave trans people relying on “accomplices” for support. Rooted in community-driven research, the findings highlight the social and moral complexities of legal and medical gender affirmation. The study calls for a shift beyond autonomy-based ethics to challenge systemic injustices and advocate for inclusive, rights-based healthcare.

A new transgender-led study reveals how older transgender women in Indonesia face exclusion from government health and social welfare programs due to cisnormative policies. Barriers like document requirements, poverty, and discrimination worsen health outcomes, leaving many vulnerable. The research calls for a transgender health equity lens to address systemic exclusion and promote inclusive policies. Read how advocacy and intersectional approaches can drive meaningful change.

The latest UN Women and UN DESA report on the SDGs reveals stark gender equality gaps, with no indicator under Goal 5 fully achieved. While poverty rates decline and education gaps narrow, progress remains alarmingly slow—gender parity in parliaments could take until 2063, and ending extreme poverty among women may take 137 years. The report calls for urgent, transformative action to accelerate gender equality, emphasizing proven solutions that empower women and benefit societies as a whole.

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A BMC study on women’s economic empowerment (WEE) across 44 low- and middle-income countries reveals that women engaging in non-normative economic activities face higher rates of intimate partner violence (IPV), particularly among poorer women. The study calls for context-sensitive interventions and safeguards in programs promoting WEE to address potential partner backlash and mitigate IPV risks, while supporting women’s economic empowerment.

The ongoing Gaza conflict has disproportionately affected women, with over 41,000 dead and health services devastated. Women face severe health risks, including maternal and mental health issues, and lack access to essential care. UN Women’s gender alert highlights the intersection of gender, health, and conflict, calling for immediate interventions such as safe humanitarian access, protection for health workers, and gender-sensitive responses to meet the urgent needs of women and girls in Gaza.

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The third UNODC-UN Women joint report reveals the persistent crisis of femicides, the most extreme form of violence against women and girls, often perpetrated by intimate partners or family members. With global estimates and new 2023 data, the report highlights regions showing progress in prevention but notes a concerning drop in country reporting on femicides by 50% over five years. It emphasizes the need to count every victim, address risk factors, and strengthen prevention to ensure justice and accountability for these preventable crimes.

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A recent Delphi study on community health A newly published work from WGH Philippines' Kim Sales! The article looks into how the Philippines developed a health security framework rooted in Filipino values like Bayanihan (collaboration) and equity, emphasizing resilience to crises. It outlines six strategic actions, including resource sustainability and governance strengthening, to build a stronger, more equitable health system.systems in low- and middle-income countries highlights their growing adaptability to local contexts and wider user roles. Key priorities include case management, care coordination, and interoperability with broader health systems to strengthen community healthcare.

This collection of essays examines how structural prejudice and epistemic injustice shape global health knowledge, calling for just and equitable practices. It aims to empower advocates to challenge norms and foster systemic change in academic global health.

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Universal health coverage (UHC) ensures access to essential health services without financial hardship, but progress remains slow due to fragmented advocacy and limited political action. Advocates must focus on four actionable pillars: universality, equity, adequate financing, and preparedness for public health emergencies. By grounding efforts in human rights, prioritizing vulnerable populations, and aligning financing with health security goals, UHC can be effectively implemented, fostering healthier, more resilient societies.

While AIDS-related deaths are at a two-decade low, progress toward ending HIV by 2030 is stalling, with 1.3 million new infections in 2023. Promising advances like long-acting lenacapavir offer hope, but affordable access, political will, and a commitment to equity remain essential to ending the pandemic.

A PLOS article sheds light on systemic silencing in healthcare and global health research, particularly for patients, minoritized professionals, and researchers from low- and middle-income countries. It calls for inclusive approaches and the prioritization of listening as essential steps toward equitable healthcare and research outcomes.

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A recent Delphi study on community health information systems in low- and middle-income countries highlights their growing adaptability to local contexts and wider user roles. Key priorities include case management, care coordination, and interoperability with broader health systems to strengthen community healthcare.

A University of Washington study found that AI resume-screening models exhibit strong gender biases, heavily favoring male candidates, particularly those with white male names. Women, especially Black women, were often disregarded by the AI, reflecting an inherent bias in data used to train these models. Researchers stress the need for transparency and improved data practices to mitigate such gender disparities in automated hiring.

Human-caused climate change is intensifying extreme weather worldwide, with recent reports noting prolonged heat exposure, intensified floods displacing millions, and record-breaking sea temperatures fueling stronger hurricanes. These events underscore the urgent need for climate-adapted health measures.

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The global health community is facing a wave of interconnected crises, from conflicts and climate disasters to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. These "polycrises" are worsening gender inequalities and health disparities, especially in vulnerable regions like Gaza, Sudan, and Bangladesh. As inequalities deepen, urgent action is needed to address the widening health gaps across income, race, and other social factors.

The Generation Equality accountability report 2024 reveals major progress in the global fight for gender equality! With 53% of commitment makers reporting on 71% of their pledges—up 40 percentage points from last year—engagement is at an all-time high. New contributors, including 165 first-time reporters, highlight a growing dedication to the cause. Governments, businesses, and global organizations have pledged over USD 50.3 billion toward gender equality, signaling strong momentum. Dive into the report to see how Generation Equality is advancing the 2030 Agenda and building a more equal world!

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Discover how Joslynn Lee is not only changing the narrative around outdoor activities but also championing diversity and equity in science! With essential hiking gear and inclusive activities, she's making the outdoors accessible while integrating Indigenous perspectives in science education. Read the article below to know more how Joslynn is creating a more equitable space in STEM and inspiring the next generation of adventurers. 

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Women make up 70% of the global health workforce but are vastly underrepresented in leadership, especially in India’s Professional Medical Associations (PMAs). A review of 46 PMAs shows only 19.5% are led by women, with some having no female leaders at all. Even in women’s health specialties, male dominance persists, highlighting the need for urgent action to promote gender equality and gender-sensitive healthcare policies.

The recently released article by the Financial Times looks into the gender gap in medical. The articles shared that women’s health needs are often overlooked in clinical trials and drug development. This results in less effective and sometimes unsafe treatments for women, highlighting a critical need for change. 

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The Path Gender Strategy 2025 focuses on working towards a world where everyone has a fair chance at being healthy, no matter their gender. They presented change strategies such as equity in health, inclusive innovation, respectful partnerships, and community-focused priorities that can be done through trusted relationships, operational and financial agility, advocacy and influence, expertise and evidence, diversity, equity and inclusion, and continuous learning and quality mindset. 

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Sarah Hawkes and Rama Baru argued in a BMJ article that increasing women's representation in senior leadership requires more than individual empowerment; it calls for embedding social justice principles. Inequality in the health workforce stems from entrenched power imbalances based on gender, class, ethnicity, and disability, often limiting who can rise to leadership. Adopting feminist leadership principles can help transform health organizations into more equitable, collaborative environments that support all staff.

The recent BMJ study on the legal frameworks in India and Kenya that support women's advancement into leadership roles in the health workforce, revealing significant gaps in areas such as pay, reproductive rights, and work-life balance. Despite some legal provisions, gaps in accountability and equity hinder women's leadership in India and Kenya's health sectors. Urgent government action is needed to ensure fair opportunities and gender equality in the workplace.

The Women’s Power Index, an innovative tool developed by the Council on Foreign Relations' Women and Foreign Policy program, ranks all 193 UN member states based on their strides toward gender parity in political participation. This dynamic index not only assesses the proportion of women holding key roles such as heads of state, government officials, cabinet members, national legislators, candidates for national legislatures, and local government representatives but also vividly illustrates the ongoing gender gap in political representation. Through this comprehensive analysis, the Women’s Power Index shines a spotlight on global progress and challenges in achieving gender equality in politics.

In a captivating episode, The Lost Women of Science podcast explores the remarkable story of Sarah Little Turnbull, a pioneering materials scientist who revolutionized the N95 mask. While working at 3M, Sarah’s personal journey of caring for her terminally ill parents and sisters in hospitals inspired her to transform the traditional flat, tie-back mask into a groundbreaking, moldable design reminiscent of a bra cup. Her ingenious innovation has since become a critical component in protecting countless lives.

Women farmers, who manage livestock and domestic duties, are at high risk for foodborne and animal-borne diseases and often lack access to essential information. The Food and Agricultural Organization Virtual Learning Centers offered the Female Leadership in One Health course to address gender-specific challenges and guiding communities in disease prevention and nutritional security. Despite progress, women in West Africa face significant barriers, and sustaining efforts in promoting female leadership requires continuous education, leadership development, and supportive policies.

The Community Health Impact Coalition released a new resource material on community health workers (CHWs). It highlights the role of CHWs in improving health equity and coverage especially in low- and middle-income counties. CHWs are trusted members of the community. They are laypeople who have received organized training to provide healthcare services to neighbors, and they serve as a link between the health system and individuals.

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The article highlights the role of women health workers in the fight against malaria. Global Fund to Fight AIDS Executive Director Peter Sands shared, "We have new tools, but it is the health workers on the frontline who make the difference against malaria." 

Pandemics are bad for women’s health – but they are also bad for their labour rights, suggests research from Matahari Global Solutions and the People’s Vaccine Alliance. Harry Bignell and Abha Jeurkar set out key gendered impacts of the pandemic – including the impact on trans and non-binary people – and call for pressure on global leaders to make sure we avoid them in future.

Global Women Leaders (GWL) Voices recently released their women in multilateralism 2024 report. The report looks into the scarcity of women at the top of international organizations and the gender composition of governing bodies and senior management teams.

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A PLOS Global Public Health article highlighted the need for national policies to align with WHO recommendations on violence against women (VAW). VAW affects nearly one in three women and has significant health consequences, making the health sector crucial for addressing this issue. Despite global commitments and the development of a VAW Policies Database by WHO, findings reveal that while 80% of countries have multisectoral VAW policies, only 34% include VAW response in national health policies, and 48% have clinical guidelines for health sector response.

The World Bank's gender thematic policy notes series recently updated its collection, highlighting that gender significantly influences health and access to healthcare. The policy note also emphasizes that achieving gender equity in health requires a systematic approach and universal health coverage. The note highlights five priority areas for investment: comprehensive sexual and reproductive health services, healthcare for older adults, gender equality in health leadership, mental health coverage, and reducing gender disparities in pandemic preparedness and emergency response.

Vogue Philippines celebrates International Women’s Day through “Raising Hope,” in a call for nominations of inspiring women. Discover the story of Dr. Carmencita D. Padilla, a Filipina National Scientist saving lives and paving the way for next-generation geneticists.

The United Nations Populations Fund recently released the State of World Population 2024, entittled Interwomen Lives, Threads of Hope. This report contains many examples of programmes and efforts that have expanded access to, and uptake of, quality care, usually with interventions tailored by and for those most in need.

Deepika Saluja, Chair of WGH India, calls for a more inclusive approach to environmental health policies. Highlighting how gender-blind strategies exacerbate inequalities, the article argues for the integration of gender perspectives in planetary health. It stresses the importance of accountability and diverse leadership in creating effective and equitable health responses.

Dr. Shivangi Sharma, a medical doctor and a public health researcher from WGH India wrote about the prevalence of period shame in India, when a teen in Mumbai, India recently died by suicide upon having her first period. She provides strong solutions and recommendations in the article.  

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Women are at the frontlines of the response to the health crisis unfolding because of climate change. “Women are 90% of the health workers on the frontline, dealing with the aftermath of disasters and keeping health systems afloat and their communities alive when the worst happens.” says Dr. Roopa Dhatt in a recent opinion piece.

Women and girls face multiple barriers to accessing health and well-being services and their unique sex-based health needs, such as sexual and reproductive health, must be met throughout their life course. Gender is a critical determinant of health and gender inequalities affect their access to health services and in turn their health and wellbeing.

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The World Health Organization releases the Fair Share report which outlines how gender-equitable investments in health and care work can help fully recognize the value of health and care work, to drive fairer and more inclusive economies and better health outcomes. Investments in health and care systems not only accelerate progress on universal health care, they redistribute unpaid health and care work. Health systems need to recognize, value and invest in all forms health and care work. 

WGH USA Georgia Rachel Hall Clifford co-authored the article and writes, “Using a co-design approach offers a way to reduce power asymmetries and promote equity in global health. Co-design builds on a combination of participatory action research and agile design methods to center end-users in the development of innovations. The starting point of the co-design process is to identify community-led priorities.” 

In the face of transitions and challenges, WGH Argentina chapter brings together professionals committed to advancing gender equity and strengthening the country's health system. With recent elections and potential changes looming, the importance of WGH Argentina's mission is even more critical. Their commitment to amplifying women's leadership is essential for preserving and advancing women's rights in health.

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In time for the celebration Women's Month and Women's Day, WGH Philippines is proud to share our recent publication. The article features the journeys and advice of successful women leaders in the Philippine health sector for early-career professionals.

There is extensive evidence on the slow progress and considerable barriers to advancing women in leadership in healthcare and academia. This study transcends the focus on barriers for women and what individuals need to do to address them by identifying, extracting, and synthesising diverse cross-sector studies on organisational interventions for advancing women in leadership.

The World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report 2023 reveals that the Philippines has the Asia Pacific region's widest gender gap (22%) in STEM occupations. Despite increasing STEM graduates, there's an 11% drop in female representation in STEM between graduation and joining the workforce since 2017. There is a need to address these disparities to ensure women benefit from advancements in STEM, considering its growing significance in the global economy.

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WGH Philippines Co-Convenor Kim Sales, together with Analyne Rapa Ignacio and Reiner Lorenzo Tamayo, emphasizes on the importance of adopting a gender perspective in addressing the challenges that women in the health sector face. Read their piece published on Think Global Health.

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Women who study STEM “exit these careers earlier than male peers”, due to parental responsibilities, mobility restrictions, sexual harassment, discriminatory labour laws, lack of mentors, unequal pay, and deficient opportunities for professional advancement. Recommendations include cultivating STEM interest in children, having role models and female peers to inspire confidence, and addressing gender biases in learning materials.

This article exposes the pervasive issues of sexism, sexual harassment, and power abuse in Spain's academia and healthcare sector. Personal stories were gathered which reveal a troubling reality: despite legal safeguards, sexual harassment remains a significant problem.

Women delegates at the UN General Assembly co-authored an article reflecting on bridging the gap between declarations and national action for gender equity in global health.

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The 2023 John Maddox Prize has been awarded to Nancy Olivieri, a Senior Scientist at Toronto General Hospital, and the Early Career Prize has been awarded to Chelsea Polis, a senior scientist of epidemiology at the Population Council's Center for Biomedical Research, New York. The prize brings into the spotlight the underappreciated efforts of people the world over who try to bring research and evidence to public debate even when it is challenging, and inspires and encourages others to do the same. 

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In 2021, the Generation Equality Forum (GEF) announced $40 billion in commitments to advance gender equality and girls' rights worldwide. The Feminist Accountability Framework offers a new report with feedback from over 700 grassroots feminist organizations in the pilot countries where the Framework is being implemented.

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The Lancet Commission on women, power and cancer was created to address urgent questions at the intersection of social inequality, cancer risk, and outcomes, and the status of women in society. The report calls for sex and gender to be included in all cancer-related policies and guidelines, making them responsive to the needs and aspirations of all women, whether they be cancer patients, care providers, researchers, or advocates. 

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This piece delves into the challenges faced by African women when it comes to accessing reproductive healthcare, highlighting how their lives are being put at risk. It's a stark reminder of the urgent need to advocate for gender equality and ensure that every woman has control over her own body.

Community health workers put in long hours to protect people in developing countries from diseases such as malaria, COVID-19, and HIV. But most are compensated minimally, or not paid at all. It's high time that they are fairly paid- it's a gender issue. 

The Nobel Peace Prize for 2023 was awarded to Narges Mohammadi for her fearless fight for women's rights and human freedom in Iran, despite enduring imprisonment and persecution. Her efforts mirror the rallying cry of "Woman – Life – Freedom," echoing the larger struggle against oppression, violence, and discrimination in Iran. 

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At the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting, Nobel laureate Kurt Wüthrich's complaint about the focus on diversity and male discrimination in science was met with a strong response from an early-career female scientist who emphasized structural discrimination against women in STEM fields. This incident underscores the divide between established academics and early-career researchers on diversity and inclusion in science.

Claudia Goldin was awarded the 2023 Nobel Prize in Economics (officially the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel) for her research on women's labor market outcomes. Her research spans two centuries in the US, showing how education, the contraceptive pill, and motherhood affect these disparities, offering insights into gender equality in the workforce.

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Striving for gender parity in global health governance is an essential stride towards equity. As Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus advocates for a woman to assume the role of the next United Nations Secretary-General, we must recognize that true parity encompasses more than numbers.

The article underscores underscores the importance of broadening the spectrum of global health experts and encourages aspiring researchers to engage in the field. It highlights the opportunity presented by discussions on decolonization to reshape policy-making dynamics.

The Global Gender Gap Index annually benchmarks the current state and evolution of gender parity across four key dimensions (Economic Participation and Opportunity, Educational Attainment, Health and Survival, and Political Empowerment). Check out the report to know the progress of numerous countries’ efforts towards closing these gaps.

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Nearly eight times the rate of suicide attempts occur among transgender people, finds the first ever country-wide analysis of suicide rates in Denmark.

All women deserve accessible reproductive healthcare without significant pain or trauma. Informed consent, comprehensive clinical training, an independent audit of patient outcomes, and more research on gynecological pain are crucial to improve patient care and experiences.

Subtle forms of misogyny attack female leadership and coerce women to conform to conventional gender norms. It’s time to call out these behaviours, say Alison Bentley and Rachael Garrett.

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Returning to work after an absence can be challenging for doctors, but experts emphasize the importance of seeking support, embracing flexibility in the medical profession, and recognizing the value of unique experiences and transferable skills.

The Health in Humanitarian Crises Centre (HHCC) at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine is actively addressing its colonial history by developing a Charter for decolonisation. This charter emphasizes disrupting racial power dynamics, redefining risk and capacity, and redistributing resources. The HHCC will monitor its progress every two years, prioritizing tangible actions over mere rhetoric in its decolonisation efforts.

The pandemic has exacerbated gender disparities in the scientific community, with women's publication output dropping significantly due to increased domestic responsibilities to biases in the publishing process. The consequences of this trend could have long-term effects on the diversity and quality of scientific research.

World Economic Forum highlights the disparities in women's sexual and reproductive health services, shedding light on the patchy service provision and poor access to treatments particularly in low-income countries. It's a call to action for increased research, investment, and effective policy-making to improve health outcomes for women globally.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has further exposed the deep-seated gender inequalities in health, making it more crucial than ever to embed gender as part of public health research. This paper offers a compelling look at how researchers can better integrate gender perspectives into their work, ultimately driving towards more equitable health systems.

While significant progress has been made in recognizing and addressing LGBTQ+ health issues, a resurgence of anti-LGBTQ+ policies threatens to undermine these advancements, particularly for transgender individuals. Comprehensive data collection, specialized training, and tailored programs are needed to better serve the LGBTQ+ population. 

According to the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report 2022, it will take 155 years to reach gender parity in the Political Empowerment subindex. This article discusses how we can close the gender gap and help more women into leadership roles.

A BMJ collection of articles lays out a shared global research agenda on sex differences and gender equality priorities for the COVID-19 response and beyond. Drawing on their intersectional feminist model of research and stakeholder engagement, the authors identify thematic and unmet research needs to support crisis response with a forward looking view to strengthen the integration of sex based differences and gender inequalities in country, regional, and global health research efforts.

Author Rafia Zakaria champions a reconstruction of feminism, centering women of color in this transformative overview and counter-manifesto to white feminism’s global, long-standing affinity with colonial, patriarchal, and white supremacist ideals.

 Women health and care workers have faced systemic bias and traumatizing work conditions. If the world wants operating health systems, governments have an opportunity to check the lists and triage women health workers to the top.

Hot flashes, sleeplessness, pain during sex: for some of menopause’s worst symptoms, there’s an established treatment. But why aren’t more women offered it?

Imagine a world where your phone is too big for your hand, where your doctor prescribes a drug that is wrong for your body, where in a car accident you are 47% more likely to be seriously injured, where every week the countless hours of work you do are not recognised or valued.  If any of this sounds familiar, chances are that you’re a woman.

Invisible Women shows us how, in a world largely built for and by men, we are systematically ignoring half the population.  It exposes the gender data gap – a gap in our knowledge that is at the root of perpetual, systemic discrimination against women, and that has created a pervasive but invisible bias with a profound effect on women’s lives.

Passport and visa privileges worsen global health inequities and result in global health events and programs that are neither diverse nor inclusive. Organizers of global health meetings and conferences need to change the way they think about events, starting with where meetings are held, who is invited, who gets to speak, and what support they offer to those in low and middle income countries.

Women continue to be underrepresented in STEM, and this brings about negative economic, social, and developmental consequences. Attempts have been made to improve women's participation in STEM, but a change in attitude, inclusion of the gender perspective, and promotion and embracement of the diversity in STEM fields are needed.

WHO has placed a senior scientist on administrative leave after a series of complaints of sexual nature were made against him, some of which stretch back over 20 years. This case calls into question WHO’s “zero tolerance” commitment to sexual misconduct and inappropriate behaviour and demonstrates how the procedures for processing allegations remain “broken”.

The gender gap among journal editors and editors-in-chief is big, and it is a problem that must be given attention to. Laura Dormer (Editor-in-Chief at Learned Publishing) and Molly King (Sociologist at Santa Clara University) suggests approaches to improve the diversity in editorial boards.

Women are underrepresented everywhere, and at all levels; mobility is no different. Arguably, better female representation in the mobility industry can help address representation across different sectors, as mobility is a basic requirement for access to education, health, jobs, and finance. Slowly but surely, there are more women in leadership in the mobility sector, and they have ideas of how to drive the sector further. 

Science needs to progress from purely ‘white Alpha male’ approaches to leadership. In this episode, Charu Kaushic, a research group leader at McMaster University in Hamilton, Canada, says that leadership is more than just exercising power, competence and confidence, it is also about wanting to do good.

WGH USA Georgia and WGH USA DC organized their first conversation on the impact of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade and the introduction of early abortion bans in the South. The online event took place at November 9, 2022, with the panelists Sara Redd, PhD, MPH and Nisha Verma, MD, MPH

In her PLOS Global Health article, Rachel Hall-Clifford (WGH Georgia) shares that co-design can promote equity in global health if we do the hard work it requires. She adds that co-design must show that it works by improving delivery of care, providing cost-effective solutions, and promoting sustainability.