On October 16, the Italian Government passed a ban on surrogacy abroad. What does this mean for the reproductive rights of the Italian people?

Hollywood men become “silver foxes” with age, while forty-something women are deemed “brave” for showing natural bodies or going makeup-free. Where does this bias come from, and is it improving?

The UNiDAYS-run competition aims to support female students who are making a difference and offers a £10,000 first prize for entrepreneurial initiatives

All of the work women put into the festive season goes underappreciated, underacknowledged and unpaid; I’m fed up with it

Mahalia Belo’s depiction of an ecological crisis is grimly realistic but Jodie Comer’s portrayal of the challenges of womanhood steals the show

We highlight the lives of six of Manchester’s most inspiring women, their stories, and their legacies

In their new book, Dr Cassidy Sugimoto and Dr Vincent Larivière highlight the challenges facing women in science and how they can be addressed.

Dr Jessica Wade works behind the scenes on Wikipedia to try to amplify scientific achievements which go unheard of against the big names in science.

A report released by the University of Manchester reveals the ethnicity pay gap has widened, but the university insists that equal pay is given for work of equal value.

In this stunning but devastating song, Raye speaks for all women who have experienced sexual assault

What’s going on for International Women’s Day, find out here:

Women who have long fallen lost to history are celebrated in Mackenzie Lee’s book ‘Bygone Badass Broads,’ which gives all the inspiration you’ll need if you’re feeling low on motivation. There really is a story for everyone. Here’s why you’ll definitely be needing this one on your shelf sooner rather than later

Women have been neglected by the healthcare system for centuries. Surely, it’s time for a change.

From the Netflix flagship films to the independent low budget flicks, 2021 has been a big year for female dominated horror movies. Dan Collins looks back at the female stars, auteurs and writers of the last year.

A comprehensive history of the bra, from corsets, bandeaus and nylon to under wiring, Victoria’s Secret and the ‘free the nipple’ movement

What are the origins of Reclaim the Night?

A playlist of female empowerment anthems compiled by The Mancunion’s Music Section contributors.

Serena Jemmett talks to women in the music industry about their experiences being dismissed, ignored and sexualised.

The Women in Media conference is returning to Manchester for its seventh year in the city. Find out why you won’t want to miss it!

Contact Theatre is marking Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day with a trio of female-led shows