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Stay Current
Knowing what’s happening in the world isn’t just about staying informed—it’s about staying aware, prepared, and engaged. This page brings together recent news stories that impact women and girls across eight key categories: reproductive rights, gender identity, violence and safety, women in power, pay equity, advocacy, sports and finances. These aren’t distant headlines—they shape your rights, your opportunities, and your future. Explore the links in each section to see how the fight for fairness, safety, and respect is playing out in real time—locally, nationally, and globally. Staying current helps you know the facts, use critical thinking, speak up, stand up, and stay strong.
Reproductive Rights
Track changes in laws, court rulings, and funding that affect women’s access to contraception, abortion, and healthcare services across the U.S. and globally.
Missouri lawmakers advance proposed repeal of abortion-rights measure approved by voters
Free US family planning clinics face ruin after White House freezes funds
'We are failing': doctors and students in the US look to Mexico for basic abortion training
Trump administration cuts tens of millions of dollars from Planned Parenthood
Legal Definitions &
Gender Identity
Explore legislation and court cases that shape how the law defines “woman” and how these definitions affect transgender rights, representation, and access to public spaces.
Iowa Removes Gender Identity Protections from Civil Rights Code
Mapping Attacks on LGBTQ Rights in U.S. State Legislatures in 2025
VA to phase out treatment for gender dysphoria
Bans on Best Practice Medical Care for Transgender Youth
Safety & Violence
Follow stories on violence against women—including sexual violence in conflict zones, domestic violence policies, and protection gaps for women at risk.
DSU receives $499,603 grant to address domestic and dating violence
Long-Sought Domestic Violence Bill Heads to Governor’s Desk
Impact on Domestic Violence Victims as Trump Cuts Grants to Sanctuary Cities
Women's Rights Are Under Attack 30 Years After Leaders Adopted a Blueprint for Equality, UN Says
Women in Power & Policy
See how women are leading political change, breaking into leadership roles, and influencing public policy at local, national, and global levels.
Melinda French Gates: Empowering Women Through Philanthropy
Debra Hembree Lambert: Breaking Barriers in Kentucky's Judiciary
Angela Alsobrooks and Lisa Blunt Rochester: Making Senate History
TIME Reveals 2025 Women of the Year List of Extraordinary Leaders Working Toward a More Equal World
Work, Wages & Equity
Stay informed on economic equality, the gender pay gap, labor rights, and policies affecting women’s employment and caregiving roles.
Gender pay gap in U.S. has narrowed slightly over 2 decades
The gender pay gap is still a problem this Equal Pay Day
https://missouriindependent.com/2025/03/25/the-gender-pay-gap-is-still-a-problem-this-equal-pay-day/
Eliminating the Gender Pay Gap
Protests & Advocacy
Highlight grassroots movements, global marches, and civil society campaigns pushing back against inequality, censorship, and political threats to women’s rights.
Our Feminist Future
International Women’s Day sees global protests for rights and justice
USAID, Women's Day, Protests & Elections - March 2025 DASA News
"Protect Us": Young People Urge Biden to Add Women and LGBTQ+ People to the Constitution
Women in Sports
Women continue to break barriers in sports, both on and off the field. This section highlights female athletes, coaches, and leaders who are reshaping the future of sports. From record-setting performances to the fight for equal opportunities and pay, these stories show how women are changing the game—and winning.
LOVB Pro: U.S. Women's Volleyball Goes Pro
Sebastian Vettel Promotes Karting for Saudi Women
Northern Super League (NSL) Launches in Canada
Women and Money
Financial power is a critical part of equality. This section focuses on women building wealth, leading industries, changing financial policies, and fighting the wage gap. You'll find stories of innovation, investment, entrepreneurship, and the challenges women face and overcome in the world of money.
Daniella Pierson – Founder of The Newsette
Jennie Gage – From Homemaker to Entrepreneur
Mellody Hobson – Financial Literacy Advocate
GirlForward – Supporting Refugee Girls