She took on Tesla for discrimination. Now others are speaking up. 'It's too big to deny'

A female engineer who came forward with claims of harassment says she was fired in retaliation. But now other women have voiced similar concerns

The theme for this year's International Women's Day was "be bold for change" in the fight for a "more gender inclusive world" - but some at Tesla had a different plan for the day.

It was an opportunity for women to discover essential oils. A "health and wellness group" at the electric car company invited female staff members to an 8 March "lunch 'n learn" about oils and how they can help improve people's "health and happiness", according to emails seen by the Guardian, which reveal that the proposed event was quickly met with vocal criticism. It was particularly offensive to some given that a week earlier, AJ Vandermeyden, a female engineer, had publicly accused Elon Musk's company of sexual harassment and discrimination.