Gender Equity: The Road to Equality for All

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On the occasion of Women's History Month and International Women's Day (IWD), let us take a moment to honor all women who make our lives more joyful, meaningful, and inspiring. Additionally, we should express gratitude for those strong female pioneers who create pathways of success for other females around the world.

This is also a time to reflect on how far we have come and what more can be done to achieve gender equity. Every one of us is responsible for recognizing each other's strength and capability by reaching out and sending words of encouragement to an inspiring woman in our lives.

It can be your mum, your friend, an activist, a supervisor, or a female entrepreneur.

• Tell her the impact she has had on your life and thank her for being there for you.
• Thank them for all the hard work, dedication, and commitment that they have poured into whatever field or area of their life.
• Express your appreciation for the power of their example and the courage it takes to break through barriers on the road to equality.
• Reach out with a message of support by reminding her that she is strong, capable, and inspiring.

Letting them know how much we admire their efforts and achievements can be an invaluable source of encouragement for them.

“Women empowering women” is a mantra we love to live by, and one that has helped to inspire women for decades. Where would we be without each other?

This year's IWD theme has encouraged me to contemplate more on the distinction between equality and equity when it comes to women's financial autonomy.

It not only impacts us as a gender but also is influenced by our skin color, sexual orientation, and physical abilities. These factors shape how we live life, how others perceive us—and the doors of opportunity that are open for us.

Let's stand together to challenge gender bias and advocate for equity—for ourselves, our communities, and the world. We must work together to ensure that all women are given the same opportunities regardless of who they are or what their backgrounds may be.

Make this International Women's Day an opportunity to dive deeper and explore some pertinent questions.

• In what ways are you actively recognizing and honoring women's accomplishments today?
• As a woman, how can you take pride in and empower your accomplishments?
• How will you be honoring International Women's Day this year?
• How will you use International Women's Day to change your thoughts and feelings about womanhood?
• Reflect upon the preconceived notions and self-imposed boundaries you have regarding women, beauty standards, body image, ageism, intellect levels, physical capabilities, and societal roles.
• How do you respond when you become aware of gender-based prejudice, discrimination, or stereotyping?

It is important to remember that equality alone isn't enough. We must strive for equity to make a true difference. As you think about what steps you can take toward progress, let this thought-provoking quote guide you: "

Gloria Steinem puts it best when she said “Each time a woman stands up for herself, without knowing it possibly, without claiming it, she stands up for all women.” So let us use this opportunity to stand together and make sure that we continue to break boundaries and push for more gender equity.

In honor of Women's History Month, we asked Carolyn B. McCollum, attorney, flight attendant, and Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant, for some honest advice on how she managed to juggle all of these roles simultaneously for more than thirty years on our HerFinance Talk podcast . She went as far as detailing how to set yourself up for passive income.

Are you looking to become a leader, discover your true passion, or be your boss? You might not know where to start but the good news is that there is no one-size-fits-all route to success. Everyone has their unique journey and it's possible for you too! Listen as Carolyn shares her story of how she forged an inspiring path of her very own - don't miss out!

It’s time to take charge of our lives, shape the future, and join Beyonce in saying "Who runs the world? Girls!"

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Sue Diamond, M.S.W, is a Certified Financial Social Worker, aka Money Coach, and Founder of The Herfinance Club and Money Mastery Academy . This virtual platform provides financial coaching and resources for women to secure their futures for years ahead.

Susan is the author of Smart Woman's Guide.?The Money Belief Formula: Mindset + Behavior = Financial Success .?She can be found at herfinanceclub.com . You can use her DIY Money Story Guide to gain insights into how your past experiences with money may influence your financial future, then explore Susan's book , 1-1 financial coaching and mentoring services , or money mastery program. To find out more about Susan, visit here !