In-Depth

While gains have been made in some sectors and some countries, women still aren't getting the same opportunities as men in education, employment, and other aspects of life—with unfortunate consequences for society as a whole.

In Europe, Africa, and South America, women have just taken top posts. But the bigger picture is not so rosy for women, which is surprising, because studies show that when women hold power the quality of governance rises, corruption sinks, and citizens are better represented.

They are running factories and non-profits, leading campaigns and demonstrations, and standing up to government oppression around the world. They are mothers, widows, journalists, Nobel Prize winners, peacemakers...they are just like you and me.