http://news.prlog.org/tag/feminism/feminism - Latest News (Press Releases) - Read news before it's newsen-us3600 http://www.prlog.org/12139088-chicago-physician-vicki-matthews-explores-malefemale-balance-with-debut-novel-the-goddess-letters.htmlNaturopathic physician and author, Vicki Matthews, announces the release of her debut novel, The Goddess Letters, a romantic tale of love and cultural crisis. http://www.prlog.org/12133116-artist-patricia-ariel-launches-fundraising-for-women-focused-project.html“Changing Woman” is about twenty-one art portraits for women's empowerment and awareness of women's issues. http://www.prlog.org/12119933-women-who-have-led-intriguing-lives-the-halli-casser-jayne-show-talk-radio-for-fine-minds.htmlMeet a woman who has seen it all, a woman who has done it all, and a woman who makes the world a better place for us all on The Halli Casser-Jayne Show, Talk Radio for Fine Minds, Wednesday, April 17, 3 pm ET http://www.prlog.org/12073972-women-who-do-it-all-on-the-halli-casser-jayne-show-talk-radio-for-fine-minds.htmlArtistic, Creative & Multi-talented Women Who Do It All will empower you to go after your dreams. Listen to their journey on The Halli Casser-Jayne Show, Talk Radio for Fine Minds Wednesday, February 6, 3-4 pm ET. http://www.prlog.org/12055296-amelia-earhart-is-the-subject-of-the-halli-casser-jayne-show-talk-radio-for-fine-minds.htmlThe Halli Casser-Jayne Show delves into the magic and mystery of the life and death of aviator Amelia Earhart with guests that include family members, aviators, historians and theorists. Don't miss this one! Wednesday, January 9th, 3-4 pm ET. http://www.prlog.org/12040444-all-women-selected-as-winners-of-arizona-pro-arte-ensembles-call-for-scores.htmlAfter receiving entries from around the world, today Arizona Pro Arte announced the top three entries; all submitted by female composers. http://www.prlog.org/11983835-in-the-red-and-brown-water-extends-through-february-24-for-black-history-month.htmlTarell Alvin McCraney’s boldly original play receives critical raves at The Fountain Theatre http://www.prlog.org/11929354-feeling-good-about-feminism-names-the-great-kat-top-5-amazing-women-you-aspire-to-be-like.html"I admire The Great Kat for her musical talent and charisma. Kat defies the odds, with mind-blowing technical skills on guitar and violin."- by sparksofme, Feeling Good About Feminism http://www.prlog.org/11881923-new-review-emma-lowndes-monograph-turning-victorian-ladies-into-women.htmlThis study of Bessie Rayner Parkes is the first full biography of a great feminist ,reformer and social activist of 19thc England and includes family documents heretofor never used in research scholarship. http://www.prlog.org/11870704-fresh-new-book-subverts-genres-and-genders-creating-an-intricate-literary-jigsaw-puzzle.htmlThis playfully irreverent work of fiction subverts genres and genders, creating an intricate literary jigsaw puzzle with an ending that will make you want to go back and try to reassemble the pieces. http://www.prlog.org/11708123-perfected-by-girls-girls-amateur-wrestling-novel-is-published.htmlPerfected By Girls, a novel written by Alfred C. Martino—author of the award-winning amateur wrestling novel, Pinned—has been published by Coles Street Publishing. http://www.prlog.org/11686454-feminists-take-on-halloween.htmlWomen's group pushes back against sexy Halloween costumes. http://www.prlog.org/11614562-stanford-and-ms-magazine-to-sponsor-essay-contest-on-iconic-ms-covers.htmlStanford¹s American Studies Program, the Clayman Institute for Gender Research, and the Program in Feminist Studies, in conjunction with Ms. Magazine, announce an essay contest as part of a symposium Jan. 2012: "Ms. at 40 and the Future of Feminism" http://www.prlog.org/11548238-actorproducer-wins-contest-for-bookcover-art.htmlWinning Artist Says: “Life’s highway has lots of off ramps, so why not try more than a few, really enjoy the ride, and the time to enjoy the scenery by the side of the road.” http://www.prlog.org/11495724-the-life-book-party.htmlDate: Wednesday, June 22, 2011 Time: 6pm - 8pm Location: Women's eNews HQ, 6 Barclay Street, 6th Floor, New York http://www.prlog.org/11460928-honest-publishing-presents-wedding-underwear-for-mermaids-by-linda-ann-strang.htmlA stunning, unique collection of poetry from one of South Africa's rising poets. http://www.prlog.org/11454274-registration-open-for-camp-congress-from-the-political-institute-for-women.htmlCamp Congress is a week-long summer camp that introduces young girls to politics. Sessions will be held in Atlanta, Georgia; Gainesville, Florida; Miami Beach, Florida and Palm Beach, Florida. http://www.prlog.org/11446464-ksu-museum-director-and-noted-dress-historian-to-discuss-katharine-hepburns-influence-on-fashion.htmlKent State University Museum Director Jean Druesedow to hold a public conversation with noted dress historian Patricia Campbell Warner following the April 28th 6 pm screening of the classic Tracy-Hepburn romantic sports comedy "Pat and Mike." http://www.prlog.org/11438153-dress-historian-to-speak-at-kent-state-university-museum-about-katharine-hepburn-on-april-28.htmlOn April 28, after the screening of the Tracy-Hepburn sports comedy "Pat and Mike," dress historian Patricia Campbell Warner will join KSU Museum Director Jean Druesedow to discuss Hepburn’s influence on women, fashion, sports and popular culture. http://www.prlog.org/11435689-kent-state-university-encore-of-popular-katharine-hepburn-course-being-offered-this-summer.htmlKent State University’s Women Studies Program is offering an encore of “Katharine Hepburn/A Rarity” during KSU's Summer II Session from June 6 - July 9 on Tuesday & Thursday, 6-9 p.m. on the Kent campus, and it is expected to fill up quickly. http://www.prlog.org/11401458-girls-aloud-10-reasons-to-listen-women.htmlTen reasons to listen to music made by women http://www.prlog.org/11218516-equal-rights-for-the-classic-perspectives-on-gender.htmln a research project funded by the Austrian Science Fund FWF, Silvia Stoller has risked a daringly fresh interpretation of the classic approaches to feminist gender research. http://www.prlog.org/11192498-interfaith-site-blends-faith-and-feminism.htmlPrayables.com, the leading interfaith prayer site for women online, is investigating the connections between faith-based practices and feminist thought in an effort to empower women through non-traditional means. http://www.prlog.org/11183938-prayablescom-launches-prayer-journalism-section.htmlPrayables.com is proud to announce the launch of a new section on their website- Features. The Features section will be comprised of articles covering issues in the news, academica and our communities that women want to hear about. http://www.prlog.org/11100822-an-unplanned-journey-into-the-sub-culture.htmlWell-known Nimbin author Sophia Hoeben has released The Accidental Radical – An unplanned journey into the depths of the alternative sub-culture. This is a fictional look at feminism – at its best. http://www.prlog.org/11039673-distinguished-feminist-scholar-weighs-in-on-new-book-god-and-sex.htmlRenowned feminist Biblical scholar Phyllis Trible reviews Michael Coogan’s new book, God and Sex: What the Bible Really Says in the latest issue of the Biblical Archaeology Review. http://www.prlog.org/11011007-womens-enews-starts-conversation-on-rape-at-film-screening-and-panel-discussion.htmlThe topics of rape and consent will be covered by the documentary The Line, and by expert panelists. http://www.prlog.org/10657485-river-smith-is-causing-trouble-again-with-another-book.htmlRiver Smith's new book, Like She Is In Him: Selected Work from A Troublemaking Eco-feminist Punk was officially released the morning of May Day, in honor of love, sexual joy, and workers' rights. http://www.prlog.org/10605041-prince-of-swine-is-the-controversial-anti-sex-and-the-city-movie-opening-march-28th-in-hollywood.htmlPrince of Swine is a politically irreverent courtroom comedy that puts feminism on trial. http://www.prlog.org/10600930-ginger-media-entertainment-is-managing-public-relations-for-prince-of-swine-the-movie.htmlGinger Media & Entertainment is promoting Hollywood's comedy battle of the sexes. "Prince of Swine is a politically irreverent courtroom comedy that puts feminism on trial." http://www.prlog.org/10599990-river-smith-continues-the-love-fest-on-april-11th-with-his-talk-on-love-and-liberation.htmlBased on his book, A Conspiracy to Love: Living a Life of Joy, Generosity, and Power, Dr. Smith presents this talk at the Westshore Unitarian Church to help the helpers, the activists, those who commit their lives to making our world a better place http://www.prlog.org/10563892-madonna-yoko-ono-laurie-anderson-controversy-music-technology-in-the-feminine-musique.htmlExplore the cutting edge controversy and music of Madonna, Yoko Ono, & Laurie Anderson in the compelling history of "The Feminine Musique: Multimedia and Women Today", a must-have book for any music or arts library. Now available at Amazon.com! http://www.prlog.org/10442399-the-gallery-at-intersection-presents-the-bodies-are-back-by-margaret-harrison.htmlBritish artist and feminist art pioneer, Margaret Harrison, revisits the provocative themes of her early work. http://www.prlog.org/10224203-sa-feminist-portal-looking-for-writers.htmlSa (www.savadati.com), a feminist portal is looking for contributors. Sa is an attempt to create a platform for the female voice in India and has published since January 2009, over 60 articles focussing on violence against women. http://www.prlog.org/10111828-society-allows-the-bad-boy-image-to-grow-unchecked.htmlA new satire questions the exploits of 'supposed heroes' in the media, sports and society. Its author says the behavior is “an American sport that should be banned for life.” http://www.prlog.org/10106207-movement-is-born-the-new-agenda.htmlNew Non-Partisan Group Formed To Promote Women's Agenda http://www.prlog.org/10052285-search-engine-for-women.htmlGoo-Woman has created a new search engine for women, both useful and symbolic to remind us how much work must still be done to advance in equality between women and men.