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The Matilda effect: Fighting for women’s recognition in science

The Matilda effect: Fighting for women’s recognition in science

Science is supposed to be about truth – but for too long, the truth about many brilliant women has been buried, stolen, or ignored. International Women’s Day was first celebrated in 1911, inspired by the work of thousands of suffragists who strived to ensure more rights for women, including the one to vote
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The ‘Leaky Pipeline’ framework: A black hole in STEM

The ‘Leaky Pipeline’ framework: A black hole in STEM

Creating lasting change will require safe, supportive environments for women at every level of their academic and professional journeys
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University awarded Silver Race Equality Charter award

University awarded Silver Race Equality Charter award

The University becomes the second in the UK to receive the Silver award for equality
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An Equal Relationship: Do entrenched norms still define dating?

An Equal Relationship: Do entrenched norms still define dating?

Traditional ideas of who does what when dating is still out there, but why?
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In Conversation with Bryony Shanahan, Artistic Director of the Royal Exchange

In Conversation with Bryony Shanahan, Artistic Director of the Royal Exchange

Deputy Theatre Editor Dolly Busby interviews Bryony Shanahan, the Artistic Director of the Royal Exchange
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Bringing women out of the footnotes of science history

Bringing women out of the footnotes of science history

Chloe Tenn highlights some of science history’s most inspiring unsung women to celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.
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Decrim now: why sex work must be decriminalised

Decrim now: why sex work must be decriminalised

Ava Innes argues that decriminalisation is the logical, feminist way forward when it comes to sex work
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Sahar Khodayari and the story of female football fans in Iran

Sahar Khodayari and the story of female football fans in Iran

Tom Reynolds contemplates whether the lift on the ban of women from Iranian football does enough to tackle sexism in football
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Black History Month: Feminist and activist Amandla Stenberg

Black History Month: Feminist and activist Amandla Stenberg

Writer Sam Bronheim celebrates actor Amandla Stenberg’s activism and social awareness as she uses her platform to raise awareness and promote discussions around racism and sexuality
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Is gender equality close to being achieved in Hollywood?

Is gender equality close to being achieved in Hollywood?

Emily Wain argues that the inequality surrounding directors needs addressing for the film industry to progress
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Steps and stares: Manchester’s inclusion gap

Steps and stares: Manchester’s inclusion gap

Mia Edwards writes about her disappointment with the lack of care for disabled students at University of Manchester, and across the city more widely
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UoM Sport tackles the gender gap

UoM Sport tackles the gender gap

The AU are doing plenty to bridge the divide between male and female participation rates
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Women-only motorsport series created

Women-only motorsport series created

The competition hopes to see the best female racers compete for a $1.5 million prize pot
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Serena Williams and her lack of regret

Serena Williams and her lack of regret

The athlete did not acknowledge her claims of sexism in the Open Final
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Why are there no openly gay footballers?

Is football as progressive as we think?
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Remembering the mother of marriage equality, Edie Windsor

In the wake of the death of Edie Windsor, James Johnson pays tribute to a woman who – in the name of love – took on the American government
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Sparking Debate at the People’s History Museum

As part of International Women’s Day, the People’s History Museum held a performance of Strike A Light
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Never Going Underground: The Fight for LGBT+ Rights

The People’s History Museum opens a new, politically-motivated exhibition this month
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Women’s Equality Party Conference Liveblog

Elise Gallagher brings you the latest from today’s Women’s Equality Party conference
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A response to ‘Dear fresher females studying STEM’

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It is no longer a question of whether women are underrepresented in science—it is a fact. So why are we still having to defend ourselves?
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