women’s history

Women Of The Future, According To French Futurists In 1902

A. Berteget, a French photographer and artist at the turn of the 20th century, presents us this photo series entitled Women Of The Future. At times, the images almost seem like pin-ups, but the pride and the posture of the women tells a different story: Funny, though — if you...

By All That's Interesting • Feb 6, 2015

Women Of The Future, According To French Futurists In 1902

A. Berteget, a French photographer and artist at the turn of the 20th century, presents us this photo series entitled Women Of The Future. At times, the images almost seem like pin-ups, but the pride and the posture of the women tells a different story: Funny, though — if you...

By All That's Interesting • February 6, 2015

7 Brilliant Female Aviators Besides Amelia Earhart

Before “Coffee, Tea or Me” there was Amelia Earhart, the headstrong, accomplished pilot who disappeared during a flight around the world in 1937. But Earhart was one of many women who punched society’s expectations in the chops and learned to fly. Some of these women would make the ultimate sacrifice...

By Susan Sims • Feb 2, 2015

7 Brilliant Female Aviators Besides Amelia Earhart

Before “Coffee, Tea or Me” there was Amelia Earhart, the headstrong, accomplished pilot who disappeared during a flight around the world in 1937. But Earhart was one of many women who punched society’s expectations in the chops and learned to fly. Some of these women would make the ultimate sacrifice...

By Susan Sims • February 2, 2015

The Scully Effect: How “X-Files” Helped Mainstream Women In STEM Careers

In 1993, TV writers took a risk in avoiding sex and skimpy clothing They created Dana Scully and mainstreamed women in STEM careers.

By Abby Norman • Jan 31, 2015

The Scully Effect: How “X-Files” Helped Mainstream Women In STEM Careers

In 1993, TV writers took a risk in avoiding sex and skimpy clothing They created Dana Scully and mainstreamed women in STEM careers.

By Abby Norman • January 31, 2015

24 Photos Of Life Inside Ravensbrück, The Nazis’ Only All-Female Concentration Camp

During the Holocaust, 130,000 female prisoners pass through the gates of Ravensbrück — most of whom never walked back out.

By John Kuroski • Jan 26, 2015

24 Photos Of Life Inside Ravensbrück, The Nazis’ Only All-Female Concentration Camp

During the Holocaust, 130,000 female prisoners pass through the gates of Ravensbrück — most of whom never walked back out.

By John Kuroski • January 26, 2015

Breaking Barriers: 10 Of The Greatest Female Athletes

Researching champions of women’s athletics on the internet is an exercise in patience. Scores of women will be touted as the “sexiest”, “hottest” or the “most popular” athletes, but when it comes to records of pure, physical accomplishments, such names prove rather difficult to find. Despite what a quick Googling...

By Erin Kelly • Dec 1, 2014

Breaking Barriers: 10 Of The Greatest Female Athletes

Researching champions of women’s athletics on the internet is an exercise in patience. Scores of women will be touted as the “sexiest”, “hottest” or the “most popular” athletes, but when it comes to records of pure, physical accomplishments, such names prove rather difficult to find. Despite what a quick Googling...

By Erin Kelly • December 1, 2014

The Real Downton Abbey

The popular TV show tends to gloss over women's "monthlies" and the pains of wearing a corset. We bring you the real Downton Abbey.

By Abby Norman • Nov 22, 2014

The Real Downton Abbey

The popular TV show tends to gloss over women's "monthlies" and the pains of wearing a corset. We bring you the real Downton Abbey.

By Abby Norman • November 22, 2014

Lammily, Barbie And The Doll’s Surprisingly Progressive History

In an attempt to make Barbie more realistic, a graphic designer has made Lammily, the average Barbie. The problem? Barbie was never meant to be average.

By Abby Norman • Nov 21, 2014

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Lammily, Barbie And The Doll’s Surprisingly Progressive History

In an attempt to make Barbie more realistic, a graphic designer has made Lammily, the average Barbie. The problem? Barbie was never meant to be average.

By Abby Norman • November 21, 2014

Stolen Youth: Child Brides Around The World

Under the guise of tradition, child brides around the world face a life of poverty, mistreatment and stolen opportunities.

By Leslie Maryann Neal • Aug 25, 2014

Stolen Youth: Child Brides Around The World

Under the guise of tradition, child brides around the world face a life of poverty, mistreatment and stolen opportunities.

By Leslie Maryann Neal • August 25, 2014

Thank The Leaders Of The Suffrage Movement For Your Independence

To create lasting change--regardless of the area--it takes consistent, joint efforts. The same can be said about the Suffrage Movement.

By Leslie Maryann Neal • Jul 4, 2014

Thank The Leaders Of The Suffrage Movement For Your Independence

To create lasting change--regardless of the area--it takes consistent, joint efforts. The same can be said about the Suffrage Movement.

By Leslie Maryann Neal • July 4, 2014

5 Reasons Maria Mitchell Was A Total Bad Ass

"We especially need imagination in science. It is not all mathematics, nor all logic, but is somewhat beauty and poetry.” - Maria Mitchell

By Savannah Cox • Jun 26, 2014

5 Reasons Maria Mitchell Was A Total Bad Ass

"We especially need imagination in science. It is not all mathematics, nor all logic, but is somewhat beauty and poetry.” - Maria Mitchell

By Savannah Cox • June 26, 2014