‘It was just horrifying’: Meghan and Harry’s viral interview sparked emotions for Black women
The Duchess of Sussex’s experience with mental health crises, racism and tense family dynamics resonated.
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CDC study shows gender, racial gaps in COVID cases among young people
The study showed women of color ages 15 to 24 were particularly vulnerable.
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What else is in the COVID relief package? The first major ACA expansion.
Defenders argue new additions to the health law, which expanded health care access for key groups, could once again benefit women and LGBTQ+ people.
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On Asian American and Pacific Islander Women’s Equal Pay Day, the numbers only tell part of real story
Incomplete data on Asian and Pacific Islander women has failed to capture the nuance of the economic disparities within that community. The Biden administration may change that.
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A year in, the pandemic continues to disproportionately harm women and LGBTQ+ people
Data analyzed for The 19th by Ipsos Public Affairs showed stark economic and mental health disparities.
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Racial equity in vaccination is ‘mission critical,’ experts say. Mass sites are trying to help.
If the national vaccination campaign does not prioritize racial equity, experts worry, "we will not be able to stop this pandemic."
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The 19th is a finalist for the Equality Can’t Wait challenge
The challenge will award a combined $40 million to a select few organizations working to expand gender equity in the United States.
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Biden administration to review Trump-era policies on campus sexual assault
Executive orders will address sexual violence in educational settings and establish a Gender Policy Council.
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Federal judge dismisses legal effort to recognize Equal Rights Amendment
The Virginia attorney general is considering “any and all options moving forward, including an appeal”; U.S. House is expected to take up a related resolution this month.
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Georgia is the epicenter of the fight over how Americans can vote
Legislators have filed dozens of bills that aim to change how people vote, and voting rights groups are pushing back.