BREAKING NEWS The Norwegian Nobel Committee has decided to award the 2023 #NobelPeacePrize to Narges Mohammadi for her fight against the oppression of women in Iran and her fight to promote human rights and freedom for all. #NobelPrize

In September 2022, Mahsa Jina Amini was killed in Iranian morality police’s custody, triggering political demonstrations against Iran’s regime. The motto adopted by the demonstrators – “Woman – Life – Freedom” – suitably expresses the dedication and work of Narges Mohammadi.

“In Afghanistan, the Taliban say that oppressing women is a matter of religion. So let me say this as plainly as possible: that is not only an excuse, it is also not true.” – Malala Yousafzai #NMAL2023 #Mandela10

“We have seen evidence once more that women and children are the first victims of conflict and that our duty to seek peace is a duty to them. tinyurl.com/5x3p8s23

Meet Lama Abu Jamous, a 9-year-old girl who has gathered a social following as an aspiring journalist covering Israel’s war on Gaza.

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#Cassie bravely speaks out in statement shared on her Instagram: “Domestic Violence is THE issue… ” “My only ask is that EVERYONE open your heart to believing victims the first time. It takes a lot of heart to tell the truth out of a situation that you were powerless in,”

“I never go on protests but this was a red line.” Thousands of people have attended protests countrywide to show their support for Natasha O'Brien who was beaten unconscious in a street attack, for which the attacker received a fully suspended sentence | rte.ie/b/1456103

I dream a dream that dreams back at me— Toni Morrison

"I stand firm in my commitment to seize the moment and ensure that Congress reauthorizes the landmark Violence Against Women Act, a law that has proven critical in the lives of so many survivors." Sheila Jackson Lee #restinpower

South African school performed Kendrick Lamar's "They Not Like Us"

LETSILE TEBOGO IS THE OLYMPIC 200M CHAMP ‼️ 🇧🇼's Letsile Tebogo powers to the gold with a 19.46 AREA RECORD 🤯 #Paris2024 #Olympics

On 9 Aug 1956, 20 000 women of all races marched to the Union Buildings to protest pass laws. Today, we stand on the shoulders of every one of those courageous women, and every woman who has fought and continues to fight for the liberation of the country. #WomensDay #HerStory

The Women’s March on 9 August 1956 was a pivotal event in South African history. Thousands of women marched to the Union Buildings in Pretoria to protest against the pass laws that restricted the movement of black South Africans. Today, on #WomensDay, we thank all those brave

“Your heart breaks every single day”: Arwa Damon has been to Gaza three times during this war with her charity, @InaraOrg. She tells me each trip reveals that there is "less aid and more need."

The next celebration we celebrate is #women being free from #genderbasedviolence Siya Kolisi #RSAvsNZL

Today, I want to share a message with my powerful Afghan sisters. You are fighting back against the Taliban’s crimes, as they ban you from going to school and try to erase you from public life. You continue resisting. Your courage is a source of inspiration.

"We cannot have a situation where international law must be applied to some but can be disregarded by others" Simon Harris TD tells me. "In our history we know what it's like to struggle for statehood... we felt it was important to say to the people of Palestine, we see you".

There’s no space for hate—on or off the court. Today, we launch ‘No Space for Hate’, a league-wide platform focused on promoting respect across the WNBA. From enhanced social media and arena security to increased mental health support, we’re taking action to create a safer,