Powerful Influences: International Women's Day

International Women's Day, marked annually on March 08, is a day dedicated to honoring all women around the world for what they do, and what they strive to accomplish day in and day out. This day is also observed as a day to celebrate the social, political, economic, and cultural contributions of women, a day used to raise the importance of women's equality, and a day used to advocate accelerating gender parity around the world. 

Once upon a time, the gender divisions established by society had women confined to their homes, while men were the only people able to leave their homes to work. Today, women across the globe thrive to stand equal to their male counterparts by stepping out of their homes, establishing careers of their own, and becoming successful. These achievements are to celebrated year round, not just once a year. 

On behalf of International Women's Day, I've chosen to focus on eight women who have contributed significantly to the world in which we live in. I hope you enjoy this post, and don't forget to subscribe and share my blog! 

 1. Malala Yousafzai

Malala Yousafzai is known to be one of the youngest female advocates who fought for education rights in Pakistan. A hero indeed, who earned fame not through the 2014 Noble Peace Prize nor through the gunshot wound she survived, but through her perseverance for not giving up for equal and sufficient education for her fellow female peers.

2. Kamala Harris

Kamala Harris is currently serving as Vice - President of the United States of America. Coming from an Indian - Jamaican background, Kamala has made history by becoming the first woman of colour to gain such a title, reminding all women out there that anything is possible if you set your mind to it.

3. Serena Williams 

Serena Williams is an American tennis player who won 23 Gram Slam singles titles, more than any man or woman has accomplished in the sport. A thriving woman indeed, who persevered to shatter racial and gender barriers to become the champion of women's tennis in America. She continues to aspire all African - American tennis players today.

4. Oprah Winfrey

Oprah Winfrey is an American TV personality, actress and entrepreneur who hosts her own programme, The Oprah Winfrey Show. Her energy, her enthusiasm, and positivity describe her as a transformational leader who tackles global problems, and ultimately inspire her fans to do their parts too.

5. Hillary Clinton

Hillary Clinton is an American politician, diplomat, lawyer, and public speaker who ran for the 2016 U.S. Election. She is such an empowering woman as she has been a life - long activist of social justice and women's rights.

6. Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama was the Former First Lady of the United States. Through her campaigns, she became a role model for women by becoming an activist for healthier families, service members and their families, higher education, and international teenage girls' education.

7. J.K. Rowling 

J.K. Rowling is famously known as the British author of the famous Harry Potter series. She is an inspiring individual because she proves herself to be both an admirable and inspirational individual who continues to be strong in the face of her downfalls and has shown her unfaltering courage to conquer obstacles that stand in her way.

8. Emma Watson

Emma Watson is regarded as an English actress, model, and activist. In spite of her prominent roles in blockbuster and independent films, Watson has also earned praise for her work on women's rights. Her determination for equal rights and education is absolutely awing.

 

 

Websites Consulted: 

https://www.internationalwomensday.com/about

https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/administration/first-lady-michelle-obama



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