Women's rights

Kotex Global Study Finds Nearly 60% of Women Feel Progress is Lacking and Launches #ProgressFeelsLike Movement to Ignite Action on International Women's Day

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

DALLAS, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark's (NYSE:KMB) Kotex, creator of the period care category, is marking International Women's Day (March 8) by releasing eye-opening data from a study around how women worldwide feel about progress. Kotex uncovered that nearly 60% of women believe that the speed of women's progress is either stagnant or moving slowly. Half of the women polled indicated that the world is a more uncomfortable place for them than ever before. Furthermore, the study showed that these sentiments are relatively stronger among the younger generation. With this data top of mind, Kotex is launching its #ProgressFeelsLike effort to speak to this serious threat and encourage women around the world to have a voice and share their view of what progress is like in their daily lives and in the world around them.

Key Points: 
  • Kotex uncovered that nearly 60% of women believe that the speed of women's progress is either stagnant or moving slowly.
  • Half of the women polled indicated that the world is a more uncomfortable place for them than ever before.
  • On International Women's Day and every day, #ProgressFeelsLike unites us and empowers us in our pursuit of progress across every culture and every country in the world.
  • Kotex is encouraging women worldwide to participate in the movement by using #ProgressFeelsLike in social media posts.

Kotex Global Study Finds Nearly 60% of Women Feel Progress is Lacking and Launches #ProgressFeelsLike Movement to Ignite Action on International Women's Day

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

DALLAS, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kimberly-Clark's (NYSE:KMB) Kotex, creator of the period care category, is marking International Women's Day (March 8) by releasing eye-opening data from a study around how women worldwide feel about progress. Kotex uncovered that nearly 60% of women believe that the speed of women's progress is either stagnant or moving slowly. Half of the women polled indicated that the world is a more uncomfortable place for them than ever before. Furthermore, the study showed that these sentiments are relatively stronger among the younger generation. With this data top of mind, Kotex is launching its #ProgressFeelsLike effort to speak to this serious threat and encourage women around the world to have a voice and share their view of what progress is like in their daily lives and in the world around them.

Key Points: 
  • Kotex uncovered that nearly 60% of women believe that the speed of women's progress is either stagnant or moving slowly.
  • Half of the women polled indicated that the world is a more uncomfortable place for them than ever before.
  • On International Women's Day and every day, #ProgressFeelsLike unites us and empowers us in our pursuit of progress across every culture and every country in the world.
  • Kotex is encouraging women worldwide to participate in the movement by using #ProgressFeelsLike in social media posts.

Benenden Health - 60% of women say health issues 'not taken seriously' in the UK

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

The survey, of 10,000 women aged 16+ in the UK, was carried out as part of Benenden Health's new campaign which is focused on raising awareness of the existing gender health gap in the UK.

Key Points: 
  • The survey, of 10,000 women aged 16+ in the UK, was carried out as part of Benenden Health's new campaign which is focused on raising awareness of the existing gender health gap in the UK.
  • Currently, the UK has the largest female health gap among G20 countries, and the 12th largest globally.
  • I want to help ensure that women all over the UK are receiving the support that they need, when they need it."
  • Benenden Health is private healthcare done different, believing that no matter who you are and what your medical history is, you deserve access to great healthcare.

UK loses 150 million working days due to lack of workplace support for women's health, reveals Benenden Health

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

Perhaps unsurprisingly, this has left many women reluctant to discuss their health issues with managers, with almost half (42%) feeling uncomfortable doing so.

Key Points: 
  • Perhaps unsurprisingly, this has left many women reluctant to discuss their health issues with managers, with almost half (42%) feeling uncomfortable doing so.
  • However, the percentage of women comfortable discussing health issues increases significantly – up to 96% - when the manager is also female.
  • Benenden Health is private healthcare done different, believing that no matter who you are and what your medical history is, you deserve access to great healthcare.
  • For more information on Benenden Health's latest campaign and how to better support your female workforce visit: https://www.benenden.co.uk/gender-health-gap-2024/

Independent Women's Voice Holds Press Conference Celebrating New Mexico Women's Bills Of Rights (HB 205)

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

SANTA FE, N.M., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Independent Women's Voice (IWV) joined New Mexico lawmakers in a joint press conference to celebrate the introduction of HB 205—IWV's Women's Bill of Rights (WBOR)—and call upon Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham to stand with women in New Mexico.

Key Points: 
  • Independent Women's Voice Ambassadors, all who have been directly impacted by the erasure of women, spoke at the press conference.
  • I am grateful to New Mexico lawmakers for advancing Independent Women's Voice's Women's Bill of Rights—ensuring that single-sex spaces continue to protect incarcerated women and give them a voice."
  • Women's Bill of Rights model legislation, first announced in March 2022 , was drafted by Independent Women's Voice and Independent Women's Law Center (IWLC) in collaboration with the feminist organization Women's Liberation Front (WoLF).
  • Independent Women's Voice fights for women by expanding support for policy solutions that aren't just well intended, but actually enhance freedom, opportunities, and well-being.

Independent Women's Voice Joins New Mexico Lawmakers To Advance Women's Bills Of Rights, Urge Governor Lujan Grisham To Stand With Women

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Monday, February 12, 2024

SANTA FE, N.M., Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On Tuesday, February 13, Independent Women's Voice (IWV) will join New Mexico lawmakers in a joint press conference to celebrate the introduction of HB 205—the New Mexico Women's Bill of Rights (WBOR)—and call upon Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham to stand with women in her state. By fortifying the definitions of 'male' and 'female' terms in law, IWV's Women's Bill of Rights in New Mexico would help protect the existence of single-sex spaces, such as rape crisis centers, domestic violence shelters, prisons, athletic teams, locker rooms, and sororities.

Key Points: 
  • Riley Gaines, Independent Women's Voice Ambassador, wrote a formal letter requesting Governor Grisham meet with her to discuss the state of women in New Mexico.
  • When 'male' and 'female' terms are not rooted in biology, it is women who ultimately pay the price."
  • IWV will thank these representatives for their commitment to ensuring equal opportunity and protections for women and will continue calling upon Governor Grisham to prioritize women's rights.
  • Women's Bill of Rights model legislation, first announced in March 2022 , was drafted by Independent Women's Voice and Independent Women's Law Center (IWLC) in collaboration with the feminist organization Women's Liberation Front (WoLF).

Rainbow PUSH Coalition Formally Installed Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III as President and CEO

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

DALLAS, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On the first day of Black History Month, Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III was formally installed as the President and CEO of Rainbow PUSH Coalition on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 7 PM at the Black Academy of Arts and Letters. The sold-out installation event featured VIP program participants and attendees from all over the country, including Roland Martin, Rev. Al Sharpton (NAN), Shavonne Arline-Bradley (NCNW), Dr. Michael Sorrell, Dr. Amos Brown, and Dr. Ron Daniels, among others. Tashara Parker, 4X Emmy award-winning journalist, served as the mistress of ceremonies. A livestream is available to watch on YouTube, courtesy of Roland Martin Unfiltered, a Black-owned media network. Both the installation ceremony and the President's Inaugural Social Justice Conference were presented by Sound Design Studios, a Dallas-based Black-owned production company. 

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- On the first day of Black History Month, Dr. Frederick D. Haynes, III was formally installed as the President and CEO of Rainbow PUSH Coalition on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 7 PM at the Black Academy of Arts and Letters.
  • Both the installation ceremony and the President's Inaugural Social Justice Conference were presented by Sound Design Studios, a Dallas-based Black-owned production company.
  • Sharpton, however, explicitly called out the issues at hand, connecting the Civil Rights Movement to Dr. Haynes' existing work as a social justice pastor.
  • The day after the installation, Friday, February 2, 2024, Rainbow PUSH Coalition hosted the President's Inaugural Social Justice Conference from 9 AM - 4:30 PM at Paul Quinn College.

From off- Broadway to La Crosse, Wisconsin - Award Winning Actor Shares Florence Nightingale's Wit and Wisdom to Modern Audiences in FREE Public Performance

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

"Florence Nightingale is one of history's most influential women," stated Campbell.

Key Points: 
  • "Florence Nightingale is one of history's most influential women," stated Campbell.
  • In Victorian England, women were considered possessions and had no right to obtain higher education, own land, have a bank account, or vote.
  • This one-night-only FREE community outreach performance, will be at the Viterbo University Fine Arts Center, 929 Jackson Street, Feb. 16th, at 7 pm.
  • For a glimpse of the show, click here: https://tinyurl.com/MissNightingale
    To see testimonials for her portrayal of Florence Nightingale, go to https://youtu.be/djbDUCkkcww

Amelia Earhart's Aircraft Believed to be Found by Unconventional Team of Experts

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After an extensive deep-water search, a talented group of underwater archaeologists and marine robotics experts have unveiled a sonar image that may answer the greatest modern mystery - the disappearance of Amelia Earhart.

Key Points: 
  • As a private pilot, DSV's CEO Tony Romeo and his brother Lloyd Romeo believed the idea had merit and began digging deeper into the celestial math Smith had laid out.
  • The Deep Sea Vision team, a diverse group of experts, proved that diligent efforts and next-generation technology could take on the monumental task of finding Earhart's Lockheed Electra.
  • For 90 days, the DSV team searched across 5,200 square miles of the Pacific Ocean floor, more than all previous searches combined.
  • The international team worked around the clock, analyzing the imagery using cutting edge software that was being written as the mission went along.

Twin Cities PBS Premieres Documentary Featuring Jesse Ventura

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

ST. PAUL, Minn., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Timed with the 25th anniversary of Jesse Ventura's inauguration as the Governor of Minnesota, Twin Cities PBS (TPT) announces the premiere of "Jesse Ventura Shocks the World," an exploration of Jesse "The Body" Ventura's extraordinary journey from the wrestling ring to the governor's mansion. This thought-provoking film, premiering on January 16, 2024, delves into Ventura's groundbreaking election as the Governor of Minnesota, offering a captivating look at his legacy and lasting impact on American politics.

Key Points: 
  • ST. PAUL, Minn., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Timed with the 25th anniversary of Jesse Ventura's inauguration as the Governor of Minnesota, Twin Cities PBS (TPT) announces the premiere of "Jesse Ventura Shocks the World," an exploration of Jesse "The Body" Ventura's extraordinary journey from the wrestling ring to the governor's mansion.
  • From Pro Wrestler to Minnesota Governor, Jesse Ventura's Journey Comes to Life in a New Film.
  • The documentary is based on the insights, anecdotes and commentary from Lahammer's tenure as an award-winning political reporter for Twin Cities PBS.
  • "Jesse Ventura Shocks the World" premieres on January 16, 2024 on TPT 2 and will also be available for streaming on the PBS App.