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.

|ByKESHET NEEV
‘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

The event positioned the female observers as a symbol of the unheard female voice and the importance of listening to the voices of women in society. 

|ByMAARIV
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

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

|ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
"Empowering Ethiopian Women" Association

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

|ByDANIEL KEY

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.

MARCH 8, 2023ByREUTERS
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.'

MARCH 8, 2023ByREUTERS
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.

MARCH 8, 2023ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
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. 

MARCH 7, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

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.

MARCH 7, 2023ByMOUNA MAROUN
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.

MARCH 7, 2023ByHANNAH BROWN
LEVANA FINKELSTEIN in ‘The Farewell Party’

Jerusalem highlights March 3–9

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

MARCH 3, 2023ByHAGAY HACOHEN
DMITRY YABLONSKY.

Grapevine March 1, 2023: Between Jerusalem and Rome

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

MARCH 1, 2023ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
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.

MAY 8, 2022ByJNF-USA
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.

MARCH 16, 2022ByMEDIA LINE
WOMEN ENTER the Kuwait Boursa trading hall in Kuwait City.