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We offer in-depth investigative journalism focused on women's issues in the U.S., and on American policies that affect women overseas. Our topics include the consequences of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, the obstacles to reliable health care for women, the struggle against gender-based violence, the unique challenges faced by women workers and the ways in which climate change is entwined in women’s lives.

Mississippi’s C-section problem: A third of low-risk women are undergoing surgery for their first birth

Mississippi hospitals deliver more babies (per capita) by c-section than anywhere else in the U.S.

Mississippi’s C-section problem: A third of low-risk women are undergoing surgery for their first birth

Mississippi hospitals deliver more babies (per capita) by c-section than anywhere else in the U.S.

“Wages for Housework” — new book traces history of women’s fight against working for free

In the seventies, feminists around the world fought to recognize housework as work. Today, women are still doing more than three-quarters of the world’s unpaid labor.

Skies clear up in Los Angeles, but pregnant people live on with risk of urban fires

The Los Angeles wildfires posed a serious threat to pregnant people and their babies. Despite clear skies, our reporter remains worried.

How abortion restrictions compare, state-by-state

Access to abortion in the U.S. depends on where you live. Increasingly, the South and Midwest are becoming complete abortion deserts. Our interactive map highlights six major restrictions in all 50 states and Washington, D.C.

Related: How a network of college students is preparing for post-Roe campuses

What will a second Trump presidency mean for women? Advocates are afraid to find out.

As Trump returns to the White House, women’s rights advocates are pessimistic about what this second go-round will bring.

Republicans Take Aim at Subsidies that Help Millions of Women

Conservatives have long desired to slash programs that help with healthcare, food, housing and transportation

This vaccine has saved women’s lives. Will RFK Jr.’s attacks on vaccines reverse that?

A life-saving vaccine faces a potential threat

Women Support Harris, but the American Presidency Remains a Male Bastion

In the end, Americans chose the man whose presidency led to the undoing of abortion rights over the woman who said she would fight to restore them. 

Standing Strong: The Fuller Project’s Post-Election Promise to You

The Fuller Project’s mission – and our existence as an independent, nonprofit newsroom – matters now more than ever.

Sexism in politics: It’s the same old story

Harris faces one major obstacle male politicians never do: sexism

Harris Supporters Urge Women to Vote Their Consciences

Even as one of their own vies to be the first female president, even with abortion rights high on the list of campaign issues, even after more than a century of suffrage, some women still…

Heyday or Headwinds? Medical Research for Women is in the Balance in November

Who wins in the U.S. election next month – Kamala Harris or Donald Trump – will greatly affect what happens to medical research about and for women.

A Conservative Blueprint Calls for More Abortion Surveillance

Republicans in Congress are poised to try to force all 50 states to report on abortions and miscarriages in ways never required before.

Will young women be her superpower?

Harris energizes young voters, who support national abortion rights

In This Debate, a Woman Was the “Bigger Man”

Harris prevailed with sharp points that exploited Trump's weaknesses

This Election, It’s Women’s Choice

Polls showing that inflation will be the dominant issue in the upcoming election miss the potency of women’s anger over abortion—and their massive influence within the electorate.

The Feminist Fight for Gender Equity: Lisa Ann Walter and Advocates Renew Push for ERA Ahead of 2024 Elections

The ongoing fight for the Equal Rights Amendment and abortion rights, led by activists, pushes for gender equality amid political challenges.
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