Equality

How India can end the attacks on women and children

The government moves in haste, leaving too many victims behind, but there is a solution [more]

How India can end the attacks on women and children

One billion rise to end violence against women

The world has reached a tipping point. This Valentine's Day, join the global party and make your voice heard ...

Gay marriage: the world is starting to grow up

France and Britain have just done the right thing. Which country will be next? ...

5 facts about gay marriage

Here's why it's a no-brainer ...

Don't make gay men marry your girlfriends!

A darned good reason for everyone – gay and straight – to support same-sex marriage ...

Meet the Davos Women

The world's most exclusive gathering is 83% male. What if this were reversed? ...

Here's why rape happens every 20 minutes in India

Shockingly sexist quotes from the so-called authorities ...

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