women's rights

Saudi Arabia Women: Rights Groups Hopeful as First Women Are Appointed to Shura Council by King Abdullah

In a historic move, King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia has appointed 30 women to his Shura Council, the first time the gender barrier has been broken in the advisory group.

Indian Gang Rape Victim Dies In Singapore Hospital, Protestors Mourn the Death in New Delhi

The young Indian medical student who was violently gang raped and thrown off a moving bus two weeks ago passed away from her injuries in a Singapore Hospital.

Saudi Arabia Tracking Women Who Cross Borders, Sends Text Message to Male Guardians

A new Saudi surveillance system sends a text to a woman's husband or male guardian if she crosses Saudi borders.

Obama vs. Romney Polls: Women's Issues - Which Candidate Is Better for Women?

Which candidate’s policies actually help women the most?

Swing State Polls, Map 2012: Female Swing State Voters Rank Gender-Specific Issues As Top Priorities This Election

A new report by Gallup revealed that female voters in 12 key swing states list gender-specific issues as top concerns during this election.

Obama: Views On Abortion, Women's Rights and Gay Rights; Where Does The President Stand?

With less than a month until the Nov. 6 election, Latinos Post takes a look at where the president stands on the issues of abortion, women's rights and gay rights.