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How a new approach to fighting domestic violence is changing lives in Burundi

Tradition holds a lot of importance in many Burundian families. But these men learned that some customs are making their lives miserable, and that they need to change.

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More than 400 female climate leaders call for COP26 gender equality

With less than 25 per cent of influential positions filled by women, female climate leaders are concerned.

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Polgár hopes Netflix series will help close giant gender gap in chess

Hungary's Judit Polgár is the strongest female player in the history of chess.

United Kingdom

Under-16s 'unlikely to make informed choice' on puberty blockers

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Cry Like A Boy

Podcast | What can men learn from former violent husbands in Burundi?

In this second episode exploring Burundi's Abatangamuco community theatre troupe, we hear from the troupe's founder and learn how this movement has created lasting change and sparked discussions around what it means to "be a man" across the country.

Cry Like A Boy

When an abusive husband decides to ask for forgiveness and change

They live in a happy marriage now. But ten years ago Faustin was a raging abuser. Watch this video to find out what made him stop being violent to his wife and create the Abatangamuco, “those who shine light” in Kirundi.

Cry Like A Boy

From tyrants to champions of gender equality: meet the Abatangamuco

More than 10 years ago, Innocent was a violent husband who splurged all his family's wealth on his 27 lovers. That was before he met a group that has led thousands of men in Burundi to rethink their behaviour. Listen to the first episode of Euronews' podcast, #CryLikeaBoy.

Cry Like A Boy

Cry Like a Boy: What is toxic masculinity?

In many societies around the world, men are expected to be tough and in control, successful and dominating, aggressive, and brave. What is the problem with this? Why can these behaviours turn toxic? #CryLikeABoy

Cry Like A Boy

Pandemic creates ‘historic moment’ to end macho culture

As Covid-19 reshapes everyday lives, gender experts argue that men and boys are facing less pressure to be swaggering and sexist, creating a powerful opportunity for change in the wake of the #MeToo movement. #CryLikeABoy

Green News

Men who care about the environment are more attractive, says study

So why do eco-friendly men make better partners?

World News

Who are some of Europe's most inspirational female role models?

We celebrate the women who are an inspiration in Europe today.

Chile

‘A rapist in your path’: The feminist anthem spreading round the world

'And the fault wasn’t mine, not where I was, not how I dressed. You are the rapist.' These chilling lyrics sung by thousands of Chilean feminists to protest against sexism and sexual violence have taken the internet by storm in the last few weeks.

World News

Equal Pay Day: How bad is the gender pay gap in your country?

Germany and the UK remain among the worst offenders, while Romania and Italy have the lowest disparity.

Netherlands

New campaign reveals Europe's most-wanted female fugitives

A new campaign by European crime agency Europol is shining a light on the "most-wanted" female fugitives.

USA

Watch: Meet the gender-neutral doll, from the makers of Barbie

The dolls are customisable and come with interchangeable hairstyles and outfits, so children can mix and match more traditionally 'masculine' and 'feminine' clothes.

Canada

Good yarn? Red in mayor's scarf 'shows male dominance' on council

A city councillor in Quebec has picked up her knitting needles to highlight the stark difference in the time female and male councillors speak at city council meetings.