International Women’s Day

Hey, Ladies! Today is OUR day!

International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global day recognizing and celebrating women’s social, economic, cultural, and diplomatic achievements. This day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender equivalence (International Women’s Day, 2023).

IWD 2023 Theme

This year’s IWD theme is #EmbraceEquity. The campaign engages in crucial conversations on why equal opportunities aren’t satisfactory and how equality doesn’t mean everyone is treated equally in some situations. In addition, they understand the journey to accomplish equality for females (International Women’s Day, 2023).

Collective activism is what initiates change. Embracing equity can be achieved by associating grassroots enterprises with a wide-scale drive. Moreover, authentically believing, appreciating, and pursuing transformation is essential and optimistic.

Equality vs. Equity

Are these terms the same? Think again.

Let’s differentiate the terms:

Equality: the state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities.

Equity: the quality of being fair and impartial.

In other words, “Equality is giving everyone a shoe. Equity is giving everyone a shoe that fits” (International Women’s Day, 2023).

IWD Every.Day!

Ladies, let’s continue making a difference and changing the world. One day at a time. Let’s make every day IWD! Advocate. Motivate. Create change. Be the change. Inspire.

“Who runs the world? Girls!” ~Beyoncé

FS x

References

International Women’s Day (2023). About international women’s day. Retrieved from: https://www.internationalwomensday.com/About 

International Women’s Day (2023). Equality versus equity: What’s the difference as we #embraceequity for IWD 2023 and beyond? Retrieved: https://www.internationalwomensday.com/Missions/18707/Equality-versus-Equity-What-s-the-difference-as-we-EmbraceEquity-for-IWD-2023-and-beyond 

New Oxford American Dictionary (2022).