Breaking Down the Debate in New York Over the Spelling of “Woman”
The spelling of the word "woman" has sparked something of a debate in New York, with many pushing for a change to the more inclusive spelling of "womxn."
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Hundreds of Women to Sue New York Over Prison Sex Abuse
Hundreds of formerly incarcerated women are planning to sue New York State for sexual abuse by prison guards under the recently passed Adults Survivors Act.
BU Researchers: Downtime Is Imperative for Women
Women have twice the risk of mental distress compared to men but researchers have found a simple way women can combat negative mental health.
PHOTOS: The Small Upstate New York Town That Played a Huge Role in Women’s Rights
History was made when the women's rights movement, including the fight for women to be allowed to vote, got its start in this small Upstate New York town.
Supreme Court Overturns Roe v. Wade
In a landmark decision on Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court is overturning Roe v. Wade, the decades-old ruling which legalized abortion nationwide.
NYC Is Mandating Wage Transparency in Job Postings, Should Upstate Do the Same?
Employers in NYC will soon be required to include wage information in all job postings. Should New York mandate this across the entire state?
This Bainbridge, New York Native and BU Grad is Breaking Barriers at Toyota
Things are starting to change as women begin to take higher leadership roles in previously male-dominated industries. People like Lisa Materazzo of Bainbridge.
Binghamton Clothing Fire Tragedy Remembered
July 22, 2021 marked 108 years since the Binghamton Clothing Company fire that killed 31 people.
Broome WIC Program is Operating Remotely
The Broome County Women, Infants and Children’s, or “WIC” office is still providing services, but remotely over the telephone.
Women Business Leaders to be Counted
A new law in New York State requires a study on the number of women who lead domestic and foreign corporations authorized to do business with the state.