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Women in Saudi Arabia are transforming one of the world's most male-dominated industries, jumping from 17% to 35% of the workforce since 2017. From quarry floors to mega-project management, they're reshaping how construction teams collaborate and build the future.
Women now make up nearly a quarter of South Korea's science and technology workforce, marking five consecutive years of growth in a field traditionally dominated by men. The latest survey shows progress across every measure, from new hires to leadership roles.
Elsewedy Electric is opening doors for Saudi women across engineering, tech, and factory roles as part of Vision 2030. The company now employs women in 11 different departments and plans to expand into leadership positions.
At a major tech conference in India, women executives shared how they're making artificial intelligence accessible to all workers while creating leadership opportunities for women in emerging AI roles.
In India's Unnao district, a traditional embroidery cluster is thriving with women making up 60% of its workforce, transforming ancient zari-zardozi craft into a modern success story. A new government-supported facility is helping 35 artisans turn intricate threadwork into sustainable livelihoods.
Vietnamese women now own nearly 3 in 10 businesses and make up almost half the national workforce, driving economic growth from factories to boardrooms. Their success is reshaping industries and setting new standards for gender equality across Asia.
India's female employment rate has nearly doubled since 2017, jumping from 22% to 39% as more women find jobs and unemployment among women drops to just 3.1%. The transformation marks one of the fastest improvements in women's workforce participation globally.
New research shows that offering remote work options helped Ghanaian women struggling with anxiety and depression enter the job market. Once working from home, their mental health didn't affect their productivity or earnings at all.
Women now hold 40% of solar jobs, outpacing the rest of renewable energy and leaving fossil fuels far behind. One leader's journey from burnout to building diverse teams shows why inclusion makes the entire industry stronger.
A former hairdresser who swapped scissors for saws at age 32 is now part of a construction revolution. Women enrolling in Australian trade courses have more than doubled in five years, reaching 13 percent of the workforce.
Women have surpassed men in workforce participation once again, crossing the 50% mark in February 2025 after pandemic setbacks. Healthcare growth and shifting employment patterns are reshaping who holds jobs in America.
Over 77,000 fans packed London's Allianz Stadium to watch England's Red Roses defeat Ireland 33-12, setting a new Women's Six Nations attendance record. The crowd marked another milestone for women's rugby as the sport continues its remarkable growth.
Women across St. Augustine will pick up hammers and build affordable housing this March to celebrate International Women's Day. No experience needed, just a willingness to help local families find safe homes.
The National Defence Academy is bringing in female physical trainers to better support women cadets' training needs. The move comes as 92 women cadets competed in a major inter-academy sports meet for the first time.
Women in Tech® Israel is bridging the gender gap in one of the world's most innovative tech sectors by connecting female leaders across borders. Despite Israel's tech dominance, women make up just 33.5% of the workforce.
In Imphal, India, 5,000 women gather daily at Ima Keithel, Asia's largest all-women market that has operated continuously for five centuries. What began as necessity in the 1500s has become a powerful symbol of economic independence, where mothers pass trading rights to daughters and run their own credit system without banks.
In Morocco, where women make up just 22% of the workforce, a nonprofit is changing lives through culinary education. Over 350 women have learned to cook their way to independence, with 87% now employed and earning up to five times more.
Saudi Arabia has achieved the world's largest improvement in women's empowerment frameworks and leads the Middle East in gender equality progress, according to the World Bank's latest report. The Kingdom now outperforms major economies including the US and China in supporting women's advancement.
Arsenal Women made history by winning the first-ever FIFA Women's Champions Cup with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Corinthians at the Emirates Stadium. The dramatic win drew praise from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and marks a milestone moment for women's football.
Scottish Rugby just expanded professional contracts for women players by 12, bringing the total to 47 as the nation builds toward the 2029 Women's Rugby World Cup. More than 70% of these athletes will now train full-time in Scotland, a major leap forward for women's sports investment.
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