Ersu Ablak is a journalist based in Istanbul, Turkey. I have been writing for various newspaper mainly on science, technology and society for over 15 years. I have done a radio show for 12 years.

Twenty percent is not enough

22 Sept 2019  |  www.hurriyetdailynews.com  |  English  |  Women's Employment

The article discusses the gig economy in Turkey, highlighting that Turkish women contribute 20 percent of the gig workforce, primarily in babysitting. It compares these statistics with South Africa, where women make up 59 percent of the gig workforce. The article emphasizes the need to increase women's participation in the gig economy and provide more job options. It also addresses legislative challenges, referencing a recent California bill requiring ride-hailing companies to classify drivers as employees. The author advocates for balanced legislative solutions that protect gig workers without stifling the gig economy.

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A remote - working journalist, copywriter and editor with the dry wit of a Londoner and the keen grammatical eye of a former teacher. Proficient in digital and print media, I also build content strategies and create B2B and B2C content. Writing about travel, luxury products, popular culture, ...

Vanessa Ogden Moss urges women to take their financial security into their own hands

10 Jan 2020  |  Forbes  |  English  |  Women's Financial Security

The article discusses the importance of women taking control of their financial security through digital businesses, as highlighted by digital business owner Vanessa Ogden Moss. With the instability of traditional employment, exacerbated by events like the 2008 financial crash and Brexit, Vanessa transitioned from an offline business to an e-learning business to avoid burnout and provide for her family after personal tragedy. The e-learning market is booming, and Vanessa teaches other women to create and sell digital products. She emphasizes the importance of having a financial safety net outside of traditional employment, especially in a world where job security is no longer guaranteed. The article encourages women to leverage their knowledge and skills to create their own income streams and secure their futures.

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Employment Uncertainty Women's Financial Security Digital Business E-Learning Market Financial Independence

Aliya Bashir is a journalist based in New Delhi, India.

Kashmir's Women with Disabilities Battle Lockdowns and Social Stigma

05 Apr 2023  |  Asia Democracy Chronicles  |  English  |  Women's Issues

The article focuses on the challenges faced by women with disabilities in India, particularly in Kashmir, during the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights the story of Urfi Jan, a 30-year-old woman with mobility issues who aspired to open a boutique but was hindered by the pandemic. The lockdowns have exacerbated the discrimination and difficulties faced by disabled women, who struggle with access to healthcare, employment, and education. The National Center for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP) study reveals the intersectional discrimination these women face. The article also discusses the lack of awareness and accessibility to vaccines for disabled women and the impact of the pandemic on their mental health and livelihoods. It features personal accounts from several women and the work of organizations like Humanity Welfare Organization Helpline and UN Women. The journalist, Aliya Bashir, emphasizes the resilience of these women and their determination to overcome obstacles.

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Employment Women's Issues Disability Rights COVID-19 Pandemic Education Healthcare Accessibility

Sarah Betancourt is a journalist based in New York, United States of America.

Challenges for Formerly Incarcerated Women: Housing, Employment, and Family Reunification

05 Apr 2023  |  GBH  |  English  |  Women's Challenges after Prison

The article discusses the challenges faced by formerly incarcerated women in Massachusetts, particularly in securing housing, employment, and regaining custody of their children. Crystal Hinson, a mother released from the Massachusetts Correctional Institution in Framingham, shares her journey to reunite with her children and rebuild her life. The state's Department of Correction offers programs for women, but there is limited support post-release. Nonprofits like Justice 4 Housing and New Beginnings Reentry Services provide some assistance, with Justice 4 Housing offering a Stable Housing and Reintegration Program (SHARP) and New Beginnings offering a home for women returning from prison. The article highlights the unique struggles of women, who are often primary caregivers, to find stable housing and employment while managing family responsibilities and overcoming the stigma of a criminal record.

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Employment after Incarceration Women's Challenges after Prison Incarceration Reentry Programs Housing for Formerly Incarcerated Women Parental Rights and Incarceration

Mahmut Bozarslan is a journalist based in Diyarbakır, Turkey.

I worked particularly in East and Southeast of Turkey but especially in Norhern Iraq . During this time, I followed almost all terrorist incidents in the region and I made very successful stories. Because of my Kurdish language skill ...

Gillian Branstetter is a journalist based in Harrisburg, United States of America.

Final ‘Pregnant Workers Fairness Act’ Regulations Were Released—And It’s Great News for Women

15 Apr 2024  |  www.aclu.org  |  English  |  Women's Rights

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has released final regulations for the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, which mandates reasonable accommodations for pregnancy-related needs. This legislation addresses a significant gap in existing law, providing protections similar to those under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The act has received broad bipartisan support, including from diverse organizations like the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the American Civil Liberties Union. The regulations also include provisions for abortion-related accommodations, which have sparked some controversy. The act aims to prevent discrimination and ensure that pregnant workers do not have to choose between their health and their jobs.

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Jonathan is a print, radio, and video journalist. He was based in the Middle East for two years and is now reporting throughout the former Soviet Union.
 
His work has been published by BuzzFeed World, Politico, MSNBC, the International Business Times, the Independent, Vice News, Radio France ...

Ukrainian women descend into the mine to replace men gone to the front

08 Mar 2024  |  www.ledevoir.com  |  French  |  Women's Employment

Hundreds of Ukrainian women, including Ania Karkatchova, have taken up work in coal mines in the Dnipropetrovsk region to replace men who have joined the fight against Russian forces. A change in Ukrainian labor legislation under martial law has allowed women to fill roles traditionally held by men. DTEK, the private energy sector company employing these women, has seen a significant shift in workforce demographics, with women now comprising 15% of the mining workforce. While initially met with skepticism, the contribution of women in the mines has become seen as indispensable, especially as Ukraine faces a labor shortage exacerbated by the war and the emigration of millions. Some women hope for the return of their husbands post-war, while others acknowledge the necessity of their roles in this national crisis.

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Edine Célestin, born in 1984 in Port-au-Prince, is a Haitian photojournalist and human rights activist who has made a significant impact in the field of photography and media. As a co-founder of Kolektif 2 Dimansyon (K2D), a collective of Haitian journalists, photographers, and filmmakers, she has ...

Eight years after the earthquake, a different taste of Haiti

12 Jan 2018  |  The World from PRX  |  English  |  Women's Employment

The article tells the story of Corinne Joachim Sanon, who, after the 2010 earthquake in Haiti, returned to her home country to start Askanya, Haiti's first bean-to-bar chocolate factory. Despite the challenges of high production costs, unreliable electricity, and the need to import machinery, Askanya works with local cacao and sugar cooperatives and employs mostly women. The factory is part of a broader trend of members of the Haitian diaspora returning to start businesses and create jobs. Regine Theodat, a Haitian-American attorney, also returned to Haiti and started Myabèl, a food company that has expanded to include various product lines and a farm. The article highlights the difficulties and rewards of doing business in Haiti and the impact of the diaspora's return on the country's economy and society.

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Women's Employment Earthquake Recovery Entrepreneurship Local Business Development Agriculture and Farming Diaspora Engagement

Carlos Jaramillo is a journalist based in Medellín, Colombia.

In response to the serious impact of COVID-19 on women's employment, Latin American and Caribbean countries should redouble efforts to achieve women's full participation in the economy and the world of work

08 Mar 2023  |  menafn.com  |  English  |  Women's Employment

Carlos Felipe Jaramillo discusses the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on women's employment in Latin America and the Caribbean, as revealed by World Bank studies. The pandemic has exacerbated job insecurity, reduced income, and increased financial dependence for women more than men, with a 44 percent higher likelihood of unemployment for women. Sectors with high female employment, such as trade, personal services, education, and hospitality, were severely affected. The World Bank's Gender Innovation Lab (LACGIL) study highlights the growing gender gap and the need for policies to support women's job security. On International Women's Day, the call to action is to prioritize closing the gender gap for inclusive growth post-pandemic. The World Bank is involved in various programs to support women's employment and leadership in the region. The article emphasizes the importance of reversing the pandemic's negative effects to continue the progress made in women's labor participation over the past decades.

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Women's Employment COVID-19 Impact Economic Recovery Gender Gap in Labor Market

British foreign correspondent, published by the Guardian, the Financial Times, Reuters and Vice. Specialise in current affairs, human rights, humanitarian issues, development and sustainable business.

Aid has failed to end Kosovo's crippling unemployment. Is there a solution?

01 Apr 2016  |  www.theguardian.com  |  English  |  Women's Employment

The article discusses the ongoing presence of international organisations in Kosovo, 18 years after the country's conflict began, and the challenges faced by the aid sector in creating lasting impact amidst high unemployment rates. It highlights the efforts of NGOs and international organisations, such as the Danish Refugee Council's social enterprise Treciklo, to address unemployment, especially among marginalised communities like the Roma, Ashkali, and Egyptian (RAE) people. The UNDP and the Austrian Development Agency are also mentioned for their work in promoting social enterprise to empower women and create jobs. The article touches on the legal challenges faced by social enterprises in Kosovo and the anticipated benefits of a new law granting them recognition. However, it also presents a cautionary perspective from Alex Nicholls, a professor of social entrepreneurship, on the role of social enterprises in providing services that are typically the responsibility of the government.

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Women's Employment Aid Effectiveness Political Corruption Economic Migration Unemployment Social Enterprise Legal Recognition of Social Enterprises

Years of experience writing for newspapers, including column, magazines and online sites.  Specializes in Business writing, Green Living, Health & Beauty, the Arts and Travel.  Hatha Yoga Teacher and TEFL instructor.  Author and Illustrator.  Profile on Goodreads, **** Scriptwriter for Radio, ...

Women Workers in Wartime

01 Sept 2016  |  National Archives  |  English  |  Women's History

The article delves into the valuable insights provided by official personnel folders (OPFs) of women employed by the federal government during wartime, focusing on the case of Lucile Atcherson, the first woman to apply and test for the U.S. Foreign Service. It highlights the challenges faced by women in male-dominated roles and the rich genealogical information contained in these records. The National Archives in St. Louis houses these OPFs, which offer detailed employment histories, personal information, and insights into the lives of women who served in various capacities during World War I and II. The article underscores the importance of these records in overcoming the challenges of researching women's genealogical histories.

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I am an Afghan journalist with a degree in Islamic Law from the Kabul University, and co-author of ’Night Letters: Gulbuddin Hekmatyar and Afghan Islamists who Changed the World’. Since 2010 I covered Afghanistan from Kabul and remote provinces, writing for the National, Al Jazeera, and Arab News ...

Inside Kabul's beauty salons: One of the last places women can gather now must close

14 Jul 2023  |  www.publicradiotulsa.org  |  English  |  Women's Employment

Afghan women are facing panic and dismay as the Taliban enforces a ban on beauty salons in Kabul, one of the few remaining places where women could work and gather. The ban, effective at the end of July, will close around 3,000 women-run salons, impacting thousands of women who rely on these businesses for their livelihood. The United Nations and Western diplomats have condemned the ban, warning of gender apartheid. The Taliban's Ministry for the Prevention of Vice and the Promotion of Virtue justifies the ban by citing economic pressures on men and conservative Islamic values. The ban has led to protests and despair among beauty workers, with some considering leaving the country.

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Joumana is an American media professional currently based out of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. She has more than 10 years journalism and public relations experience which were spent working for Forbes,  Arabian Radio Network (Arab Media Group), Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Argaam as well ...

Meet the man pushing for more Saudi women in the workplace

10 May 2016  |  ArgaamPlus  |  English  |  Women's Employment

Glowork, a Saudi recruitment firm founded by Khalid Alkhudair, is actively working to increase women's participation in the workforce, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030. The company has successfully placed over 27,000 women in various sectors and promotes flexible work options. Despite initial challenges, Glowork has gained support from the government and local businesses, leading to significant investments. The firm is expanding its influence regionally, partnering with the Emirates Foundation and opening an office in the UAE.

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I'm a freelance journalist, news editor, reporter and video journalist for both local and international media outlets. I also have a strong background in video editing and social media management. I've managed Euronews No Comment social media accounts and edited No Comment videos. Fluent in ...

Report on 'Women's Labor in Turkey': Four out of every ten women are employed informally

07 Mar 2020  |  tr.euronews.com  |  Turkish  |  Women's Rights

In Turkey, only three out of ten women are employed, with women's labor force participation below the OECD average. Approximately 40% of employed women in Turkey work informally. As International Women's Day approaches, women's rights advocates across Turkey are preparing action plans. The DİSK/Genel-İş Union's 'Women's Labor' report highlights that while male labor force participation is around 72%, it drops to 34.2% for women. Of the 20.691 million women not included in the labor force in 2019, 11.741 million were unable to participate due to domestic duties. The report also notes that in the same year, 494,000 women left their jobs to care for children or dependent adults, compared to only 14,000 men. Turkey's female employment rate is about half the OECD average, with women's employment at around 29% and men's at 65%. According to TÜİK's November data, the unemployment rate for women in 2019 was 16.6%, compared to 11.7% for men.

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Sutirtha Sahariah is a journalist based in New Delhi, India.

Steel and Social Change: Redefining Women’s Work in Rural India

15 Feb 2018  |  deeply.thenewhumanitarian.org  |  English  |  Women's Advancement

In rural India, the Disha project, a partnership between the India Development Foundation and UNDP supported by the IKEA Foundation, is redefining women's work by training them for jobs traditionally held by men. Komal Kaushik, a beneficiary of the project, became a logistics supervisor at Jindal Lifestyle Limited's steel factory, challenging gender norms and promoting economic independence for women. The project aims to reach 1 million women across five Indian states by December 2018, with structural changes implemented at JSL to accommodate female workers and ensure their safety.

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Tish is a freelance print and online journalist based in Mumbai, India. 

She writes on current affairs, politics, business and social issues and has had bylines published in Al Jazeera,  Bloomberg, Business Standard and more. 

She is also available for video and radio projects.

Tish is a ...

Government Cuts Funding To National Crèche Scheme, Crippling Lifeline for Poor Working Mothers

01 Jul 2018  |  www.indiaspend.com  |  English  |  Women's Employment

The article discusses the severe impact of government funding cuts to the National Crèche Scheme on poor working mothers in India. It highlights the struggles faced by crèches due to delayed or non-existent payments from state governments following a change in the funding structure. The article features testimonies from various stakeholders, including crèche operators and working mothers, who emphasize the importance of these facilities for childcare and women's employment. Despite the government's assurances, many crèches have closed, and the future of the scheme remains uncertain, raising concerns about the broader implications for child development and women's empowerment in India.

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Women's Employment Government Funding Childcare

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Catherine Skrzypinski is an accomplished international journalist with more than two decades of experience. She is currently based in Vancouver, Canada.

Catherine has worked as a reporter and editor in North America, including New York, Washington D.C., Seattle, Toronto and Vancouver. Earlier in ...

Working Women in Canada Left Behind During COVID-19 Pandemic

03 Jun 2024  |  www.shrm.org  |  English  |  Women's Employment

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted working women in Canada, with female labor-force participation at its lowest in 30 years. Nearly half a million women have not returned to work, and over 200,000 have become long-term unemployed. The term 'she-cession' describes this disproportionate impact. Key sectors like child care, education, and hospitality, predominantly employing women, were hardest hit. The article emphasizes the need for flexible work schedules, mental health support, and overcoming systemic barriers to leadership for women. It also highlights the underrepresentation of women in Canada's tech sector and offers strategies for women aiming for leadership roles.

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Women's Employment COVID-19 Pandemic Economic Impact

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Marta Vidal is a journalist specialising in deeply reported features on social justice, human rights and environmental issues across the Mediterranean.  Her work has been published by The Guardian, Washington Post, BBC, Al Jazeera, DW, Mongabay and other outlets. 
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Despite their degrees and determination, Jordanian women struggle to enter the labor market and want change

04 Dec 2018  |  Equal Times  |  French  |  Employment

Jordanian women, despite being highly educated, face significant barriers to entering the labor market due to structural issues such as lack of childcare, unequal pay, and inadequate public transportation. Organizations like Sadaqa and the National Committee for Pay Equity are actively working to address these challenges by advocating for legal reforms, better childcare facilities, and equal pay. Personal stories of women like Dina Saad highlight the pervasive gender discrimination in the job market. Efforts are also being made to combat workplace harassment and promote a more inclusive work environment.

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Women's Rights Employment Gender Equality

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