The Women’s Institute for Freedom of the PressKarma Abuayyash: Gender Gap in Palestinian Society
I am Power Hungry Woman: The Gender Gap in Palestinian Society By: Karma Abuayyash, WIFP staff All across the world, women have long fought for equality, recognition, and a presence in the political arena. In times of war… Read More
Action at FCC May 15 to Save the Internet
DC Area folks: Join the rally at the FCC to Save the Internet Come Thursday, May 15 at 9 a.m. to the Federal Communications Commission (445 12th St. SW, Washington, D.C.) to prevent the loss of the internet as we… Read More
Act Now for Net Neutrality ~ Internet Freedom
Action is needed immediately to halt a proposal by FCC Chair Tom Wheeler that would allow cable and phone companies to discriminate among websites, charging the current giants for “fast lanes” while all of us are in a… Read More
WIFP Hosts Leading Scholar/Activist on FGM: Tobe Levin, Ph.D.
On April 6, the Women’s Institute for Freedom of the Press (WIFP) hosted an event to raise awareness and encourage activism surrounding the issue of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). Dr. Tobe Levin’s fascinating presentation covered historical efforts in… Read More
WIFP’s Book Launch Celebration
On November 22, 2013 we celebrated the release of the new book edited by WIFP Associate Dr. Carolyn Byerly, Howard University: The Palgrave International Handbook of Women and Journalism. Additional presenters: Dr. Gracie Lawson-Borders, dean, Howard School of Communications… Read More
She’s the First: International Day of the Girl Conference
by Alexandra Hatzakis, October 2013 This year, the non-profit organization She’s the First’s chapter at American University highlighted global women’s issues by holding its first annual conference in celebration of the International Day of the Girl on October… Read More
Photos from our Award Ceremony for Dr. Maurine Beasley
Dr. Maurine Beasley was awarded WIFP’s “Women and Media Award” on August 1, 2013. Here are a few photos from a wonderful evening:
