Costa Rica creates commission to address gender unemployment gap
In context of International Women's Day, Costa Rican leaders on Monday signed a decree to create a commission to address the country's unemployment gap.
Costa Rica unemployment disproportionately impacts women
Unemployment in Costa Rica is at 19.1%, but the job loss provoked by the pandemic has predominantly impacted women.
A photo exhibit in Jacó connects with the “Divine Feminine”
The picture is part of a series called "Divine Feminine" that shines a light on insecurities and embracing yourself as an imperfect artwork.
Stronger together: A feminist’s view on the 8M March in Costa Rica
This year the agreed upon slogan for #8M was Más juntas que nunca, meaning collectivity and togetherness would be at the very core of the women’s march.
Desamparados women’s group wins EU Gender Equality prize
The aim of the prize is to recognise a person or group of people that have made distinguished work in the field of women’s rights.
Women leaders who’ve inspired us this year – and their secret powers
Today we celebrate those who have fought, are fighting and will fight for equality.
Why we need International Women’s Day
We’ve come a long way toward recognition of full equality – but not far enough.
Eight women who blazed a trail through Costa Rican history
Costa Rica may not have an army today, but Francisca ‘Pancha’ Carrasco gained fame as a warrior. Born in 1816 in Taras de Cartago, she broke the rules for girls by learning to read, write and ride a horse.
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