Gender equality in israel
Israeli women demand more than election promises as parties face pressure over equality
A WIZO survey found that 54% of respondents wanted parties to present clear plans to advance women, as election candidates were questioned about safety, equal pay, and representation.
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Haredi women, academics file petition against Israel's new gender-segregated education law
Knesset approves gender-segregated graduate degree programs in late-night vote
“It’s a vicious cycle we have to solve” - Female executives on promoting women in hi-tech
Three top female executives from the hi-tech industry gave a panel on how to promote women in the hi-tech industry, and why it’s so important.
Fathers can take equal paternity leave starting next year
There are two major advantages to the new paternity leave outline - it will allow for meaningful bonding between father and baby and will work to reduce the gender wage gap.
Israel has ways to go for gender equality - opinion
Only a joint force of committed and influential women will succeed.
Microsoft, Amdocs attend conference held to promote equal wages for women
Speakers, including women from Microsoft and Amdocs, discussed how to overcome one of the world’s largest gender wage gaps.
Gender equality crucial for recovery from COVID-19 - opinion
In many countries, the COVID-19 crisis has exacerbated existing gender inequalities across different areas.
Shuli Rand's marriage of additional wife highlights inequality - women's orgs
"Women refused a get (Jewish divorce document) don't have a magical permit that allows for a second marriage if the husband refuses to let go."
By 2121, WIZO hopes gender disparity is no longer an issue
“If we do our job correctly, [by 2121], it should not be an issue anymore - not race, not religion, not gender,” said World WIZO CEO Anita Friedman.
MKs hold discussion on Kan sexual harassment allegations
Accusations were made against Israel's public broadcaster that instances of humiliation, insults and sexual harassment were not properly addressed.
Gov't approves new Michaeli-led gender equality cabinet
The cabinet's first order of business will be the implementation of a program to combat domestic violence.
High Court rules gender separate higher ed. courses legal
Court says however that women must be allowed to teach any class, male or female
