For many years, my motto on International Women’s Day has been the same: “I acknowledge the women who shape me, the women who shape our world, the gains that have been made in advancing women’s rights, and the work that’s still to be done.”
After two full years of so much change, including massive social unrest, my longstanding motto for the 8th of March doesn’t feel right or enough anymore. This year, I’ve decided to abandon my old motto and do International Women’s Day differently. I’m going to stay quiet and listen to other women’s voices. (OK, I’ll write this blog and THEN I’ll stay quiet).
This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is #breakthebias. It acknowledges that bias, discrimination, and stereotyping are major barriers to equality. I love this theme – it’s inclusive in two important ways. First, it calls on everyone to take action, because we all have bias.
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