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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.

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.

Harris narrows the voter enthusiasm gap by motivating women 

How Kamala Harris is motivating voter enthusiasm, particularly among women.

Is America Finally Ready for a Female President?

Kamala Harris aims to shatter the glass ceiling in 2024, championing progress and reproductive rights while reintroducing herself to voters.

‘A slap in the face’: Democrats go on abortion offensive, but grassroots funders are falling behind

Abortion funds on the ground are fighting to survive two years after Dobbs, as they bridge the gap for access on razor-thin budgets.

Born still, in legal and medical limbo

Bad data, few autopsies, shocked parents—the stillbirth crisis is getting another look and some tools to address it

She ended her pregnancy a year before Florida would have banned it — now she’s running for Congress

Candidates like Florida’s Lucia Báez-Geller and Tennessee’s Gloria Johnson are putting their personal stories at the center of their campaigns.

From climate change navigation to the legacy of Black cowgirls, Black storytelling honors Juneteenth

For Juneteenth, we’re sharing some of our favorite coverage of Black women.

The Supreme Court Upholds Access to Mifepristone Amid Ongoing Abortion Rights Battle

The Supreme Court has ruled to maintain access to the essential abortion medication mifepristone, amidst ongoing legal challenges that could impact women in restrictive states.

How the latest abortion case in front of SCOTUS worries maternity-care advocates

In the latest abortion case in front of the U.S. Supreme Court, Idaho argues to overturn decades-old emergency law that treats millions of pregnant patients every year.

Why is the female veteran suicide rate spiking? Could it be AI?

A government algorithm designed to prevent suicide among U.S. military veterans prioritizes white men and ignores survivors of sexual violence.

Artificial Intelligence: Veteran Suicide Prevention Algorithm Favors White Men

An artificial intelligence (AI) program designed to prevent suicide among U.S. military veterans prioritizes white men and ignores survivors of sexual violence, which affects a far greater percentage of women, an investigation by The Fuller…
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