We know that there’s no reason for women to be paid less than men. And yet, women are still discriminated against when it comes to pay, and women still have to look for ways to hack the gender gap. So why does this happen – why do women get paid less? Answering this question is… Continue reading Why do women get paid less? Here are 9 reasons.
Category: Feminism
The Ultimate Feminist Themed Bat Mitzvah
Your daughter has a bat mitzvah, and you want it to be really special. But it seems like it’s all been done before. So how do you combine your daughter’s joie de vivre, and performing talents with an experiential and intellectual experience, that celebrates her Jewish coming of age? Don’t ask me. My daughters only… Continue reading The Ultimate Feminist Themed Bat Mitzvah
SHEvyon: Hacking the Gender Pay Gap
It’s 2020 and women are still discriminated against when it comes to pay. In the US, women are paid 82 cents for every dollar men get paid. In Canada, 74 cents. In Australia, 83 cents. And in Israel, 66 cents. A gender pay gap exists around the world. But in Israel it’s worse than in… Continue reading SHEvyon: Hacking the Gender Pay Gap
Are Laundry Detergent Commercials Still Sexist?
While working on copy for laundry detergent and watching dozens of commercials, it recently occurred to me what a transformation laundry detergent commercials have undergone. In the likeable housewives era of the 1950s, women were portrayed as subservient and obedient. Today, while commercials aren’t necessarily set in the laundry room, the question is, are laundry… Continue reading Are Laundry Detergent Commercials Still Sexist?
What is the Feminist Economy and Why Do We Need It?
I met gender expert and artist Shira Richter two months ago, interviewing her for this month’s InspHERation blog post. In our long and fascinating conversation, Shira mentioned her mentor, Marilyn Waring. I hadn’t previously heard of her. Marilyn Waring, Shira patiently explained, is a feminist economist, one of the mothers of the feminist economics. She… Continue reading What is the Feminist Economy and Why Do We Need It?
Equal Representation in Municipalities
A few days ago, 60 women arrived at the Knesset to show that they are ready for equal representation in local councils. But the symposium they met for, called Join. Run. Win. (in the Hebrew feminine form) represents something much bigger. Sure it’s exciting when women get together and take on something huge like working… Continue reading Equal Representation in Municipalities
Gender Segregation: How It’s Harming Women
Israel is a modern country based on modern values. But it is also a place where many believe that synagogue should inform state, where women-barring religious parties make up almost 11% of the Knesset, and where gender segregation is becoming increasingly pervasive. We’re not going to blame religion. Yes, Jewish Law is patriarchal. But… Continue reading Gender Segregation: How It’s Harming Women
Sexual Harassment & Assault: Men Are the Problem and Answer
Me too. In my adult life. Here in Israel. On more than one occasion. It happened in a former work place. In two different positions. Two different men. A couple of years apart. I was already married, wearing a head covering. The first time, a man from a different office came by and kissed my… Continue reading Sexual Harassment & Assault: Men Are the Problem and Answer
Modesty: The Trouble Isn’t With Women
Two days ago a woman was stoned because some boy decided she was dressed immodestly. This type of behaviour shouldn’t surprise us when there is an overall acceptance for the fact that women’s modesty is men’s business. Two days ago a woman was “lightly injured” after a boy threw a rock at her for dressing… Continue reading Modesty: The Trouble Isn’t With Women
Should We Stop Trying to Empower Women With “Cutesy” Titles?
Do cute titles like “SHE-EO” and momtrepreneur do more harm than good? I recently read a thoughtful article on Fast Company about “cutesy titles” like She-EO, girlboss and girlpower that harm women more than they empower them. I think the article is an important one because as women, it’s vital that we’re aware of the… Continue reading Should We Stop Trying to Empower Women With “Cutesy” Titles?
5 Things that Haven’t Changed for Women in our Modern World
Sure, women have come a long way since the days that we weren’t allowed to vote, run marathons, or study in universities. But though it’s almost 2017, the road to gender equality is still long and very bumpy. The number of women in our modern world who are smart, talented and savvier than ever, have… Continue reading 5 Things that Haven’t Changed for Women in our Modern World