The Female Lead

There are five types of gynaecological cancers - but awareness levels of them are extremely low.

Female inventions have changed the world - and don't you forget it 💅 (Sources: The World Economic Forum, New York Times, The British Library, Nature.com, Bourn Hall)

Evidence for its benefits are starting to accumulate: https://lnkd.in/e3JccRbv

A life of balance sounds pretty perfect, @hannahvictoriarose__ 💫

It's a big year for our founder Edwina Dunn OBE – 30 years since she co-launched the Tesco Clubcard. She spoke to the BBC this morning about pioneering the use of data to better understand customers. Edwina now uses research and data to better understand women, so that she can help leaders better serve women's ambition and aspiration: 152,000 (and counting) of you have taken our Fulfilment Finder survey to date and we’d love to get even more of you involved. If you’re interested in gaining a deeper knowledge of yourself, and discovering what areas in your life are making you feel fulfilled, as well as those you may want to change or focus on, then give it a go: https://lnkd.in/eVFB_2Br  Credit: BBC Breakfast

Amy Schumer explains how social media criticism led to a life-changing diagnosis of Cushing’s syndrome 🩺

The Female Lead is hiring! We're looking for someone with sharp commercial instincts and a passion for purpose-led storytelling to drive brand partnerships and revenue growth. It's a really exciting and varied role, where you’ll be responsible for identifying and securing collaborations with brands and agencies that align with our mission. Experience in brand partnerships, sponsorship sales, or business development in media, content, or purpose-driven organisations is essential. This is a full-time, hybrid position working from our London office 2 days per week. Check out the full job spec and apply below 👇

Ever wondered why surfboards are so big? 🏄♀️  Turns out, most are designed with men in mind! The surf industry has long overlooked women’s needs, but that’s changing. Female surfers are now challenging outdated designs and pushing for boards that suit their body shapes, improving performance and comfort. One surfer told the @bbc that when she tried a board made for women she went "so fast with so little effort.” What other examples have you seen of design that overlooks women? Read the full story: https://shorturl.at/BK8Wh

It's #SaferInternetDay. How often to do you think about your relationship with social media? Help our #DisruptYourFeed research better understand the current state of play, and how it's impacting you.

"Audiences are tiring of Hollywood’s habit of pairing younger stars with men old enough to be their fathers"