Women’s Progress, Programs and Media Access

From the 1990s onward, women made significant workplace gains—entering leadership, founding businesses, and breaking glass ceilings exemplified by figures such as Madeleine Albright—and Anita Hill’s 1991 testimony helped catalyze later waves of activism. Advocates say sustained progress rests on empowerment through education and economic independence, which enables women to make informed choices and uplift families and communities. Local skills programs reinforced that view: the AGILE Women Media Leaders of Tomorrow workshop in Gazipur, Bangladesh trained 20 aspiring female journalists in leadership, mentorship, newsroom safety, and career development. Recognition and visibility also matter: Schneps Media’s Manhattan Power Women Awards solicit nominations to celebrate and amplify New York City women leaders across sectors. At the same time, access to coverage is shaped by digital gatekeeping—WPRI/Nexstar requires users to sign in and accept terms and privacy policies, illustrating how platform rules influence who can access information about women’s progress.