The 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) marked a significant milestone in the global pursuit of equality. This session coincides with the 30th anniversary of the Beijing ...

BERLIN—Japan again ranked 118th out of 148 countries in terms of gender equality—the lowest among Group of Seven nations—according to the World Economic Forum (WEF)’s Global Gender Gap Report 2025.

This publication testifies to how far we have come, but also to how far remains to go. May the successes of the past biennium inspire our continued collective action in the years to come. Chapter 1 ...

Japan placed 118th among 146 countries in terms of gender equality in 2024, an improvement from the previous year’s rank of 125th but still the lowest among Group of Seven nations. The World Economic ...

Empowering women doesn't mean disempowering men - it creates a tide that lifts everyone In a world increasingly defined by complexity and rapid change, the need for diverse perspectives and strengths ...

The procession of Ring the Bell for Gender Equality in commemoration of International Women's Day led by Expert Staff for legal and human rights affairs to the Minister of Women's Empowerment and ...

Gender equality is a fundamental human right and a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous, and sustainable world. Empowering women and girls is crucial for accelerating sustainable ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Marianne Schnall is a journalist who amplifies women’s leadership. Top row, from left: Fatima Goss Graves, Ai-jen Poo, Stacey ...

The OECD Ministerial Council Meeting proposed the OECD Gender Initiative in 2011. This initiative emphasized the importance of promoting gender equality not only for social justice but also for ...