International Women’s Day

Rachel Goldberg-Polin: A mother's strength and resilience after Oct. 7 - interview

After her son, Hersh, was kidnapped on Oct. 7, Goldberg-Polin became one of the most prominent figures fighting for the return of the hostages.

 ‘WE WERE nervous because we were told that we were going to be attacked.’ Jon Polin and Rachel Goldberg-Polin leave the stage after speaking at the Democratic National Convention, in Chicago in August.
 'Our voices are heard' event in honor of slain female observers

'Our Voices Are Heard': Honoring the slain female observers of October 7

 OVER 3,200 women are expected to participate in this year’s Maccabiah, with the goal of full gender equality by 2029.

Maccabiah 2025 celebrates continued commitment to advancing women in sports

 "Empowering Ethiopian Women" Association

In honor of International Women's Day: Empowering Ethiopian Women in Haifa


Women's Day rallies seek equal rights, focus on Iran, Afghanistan

Governments around the world marked the day with legislative changes or pledges intended to promote women's rights.

 People participate in an International Women's Day demonstration, in Melbourne, Australia, March 8, 2023.

Pope says equal opportunities for women are key to a better world

Francis stressed the differences between men and women but called for 'equality in diversity' on 'a playing field open to all players.'

 Pope Francis holds the weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican, March 8, 2023.

Grapevine March 8, 2023: Women’s place in Israel’s history

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 LINOY ASHRAM

Israeli women make up less than third of top business posts - report

The report looked at 100 leading companies in the various sectors and industries that make up the Israeli economy. 


Int'l Women's Day: Breaking through Israel's cement ceiling - opinion

I’m an Arab. I’m a Christian. I’m a Maronite. And I’m a woman. Each of these is a crucial part of my identity.

 THE WRITER attends a signing of an MOU involving the University of Haifa, United Arab Emirates University, Khalifa University of Science and Technology, and GEOMAR Helmholtz Center for Ocean Research Kiel, on tackling the consequences of climate change and pollution.

Israeli women’s film festival honors Levana Finkelstein

Israeli actress Levanna Finkelstein’s most recent film, Shemi Zarhin’s "Silent," will kick off the tribute at the Tel Aviv Cinematheque for International Women's Day.

 LEVANA FINKELSTEIN  in ‘The Farewell Party’

Jerusalem highlights March 3–9

What's new to do in Israel's capital?

 DMITRY YABLONSKY.

Grapevine March 1, 2023: Between Jerusalem and Rome

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 SOME OF the members of the Indian Embassy team who ran in the Tel Aviv Marathon.

Jewish National Fund-USA celebrates women’s month

Celebrating the power of female philanthropy - during the month of May for every dollar raised, Jewish National Fund-USA Women for Israel will match up to $1 million.

Women's Month

Voices from the Arab press: Kuwait on International Women's Day

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

 WOMEN ENTER the Kuwait Boursa trading hall in Kuwait City.