International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.
IWD was designed to reflect on progress made by and for women across the globe… as well as to celebrate the determination and courage of ordinary women who have accomplished extraordinary things.
This special day is set apart to give us the opportunity to pause and think about how we can better the lives of women across the world, and bring about equality for all women, regardless of where they live or what their background may be. But this day is not just about women, it’s about bettering the lives for all of us across this planet we call home.
International Women’s Day is March 8th. What can you do to participate?
1. Support Female-Owned Businesses
Empower women entrepreneurs to expand their businesses and perhaps employ other women by supporting female-owned businesses in any way, which in turn will empower them economically. Also, there are plenty of women-owned businesses online… which means that you can support them when you shop right from the comfort of your own home.
Outer Banks Entrepreneurs
The Outer Banks Premier Mastermind, Networking and Referral organization, comprised of all female Artists, Business Professionals, Crafters, Direct Salespersons, Non-Profit organizations and Service Providers. Find them online here.
2. Make A Donation To A Worthy Cause
Consider making a donation to an organization that supports women, no matter how big or small – every bit counts. This can easily be done online, from the organization of your choice, or make a declaration when Covid-19 is passed, that you will volunteer. The Outer Banks has opportunities to volunteer in ways to help and empower women, from school age to retirement. Visit the Outer Banks Community Foundation as a place to start, here.
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3. Share your enthusiasm on social media
Share what you find by using the hashtag #IWD2021 and #ChooseToChallenge on social media. Create your own Challenge image with hashtags and share online to help spread the news that women count, and are achieving great things. Use the united power of social media to help raise awareness about women’s equality.
Why we celebrate
International Women’s Day is an annual day to celebrate women of all walks of life, to unite and continue to see equality progress across the globe. It’s also a reminder of those accomplishments made by women nationally and internationally, and most importantly within our own lives. We can’t deny, that without women, we wouldn’t be here at all.
From International Women’s Day.com
A challenged world is an alert world and from challenge comes change.
So let’s all choose to challenge.
How will you help forge a gender equal world?
Celebrate women’s achievement. Raise awareness against bias. Take action for equality.