Education is the most powerful tool in this world when it comes to empowering women and girls. Education transcends textbooks and classrooms; it’s about tearing down walls, building independence, and igniting the spark of self-confidence. The Transformative Power of Education Read More
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
For many romantics, February means sweethearts, candy, and Valentine’s. However, did you know that February is also Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month? It’s a time to reflect on what a healthy and loving relationship looks like while raising awareness about Read More
Inspiring Girls to Lead and Succeed
Girls have a natural ability to drive positive change, a trait that shines even brighter when they are given the right resources and opportunities. In recent years, young women like Greta Thunberg, Emma Gonzalez, and Malala Yousafzai have showcased this Read More
Discovering Self-Love: Why Loving Yourself First Changes Everything
Self-love can be a controversial topic in today’s world, with many people believing different ideas on what it is and how to do it. From my own experiences, I’ve come to understand how important self-love is, especially for women. For Read More
Gender and Household Chores: Equity for Sons and Daughters
Being raised by a single mom, I knew that my mom, my sister, and I were a team. Our mom worked hard to support us, and my sister and I had to do well in school. Although mom reminded us, Read More
Sustainable Development Through Women’s Empowerment
As a passionate advocate for gender equality, I firmly believe that empowering women is a moral imperative for sustainable development. Unlocking women’s potential to drive meaningful change will help create a better future for all. The UN’s Sustainable Development Goals Read More
Empowerment Isn’t a Privilege—It’s a Right: How We Can Lift Women and Girls Together
As a Black woman in the professional financial field, I’ve often found myself as the only one who looks like me in the room. Breaking barriers for myself hasn’t always been easy, but I’ve learned that empowerment isn’t just about Read More
Women’s Political Representation and the Path to True Equality
The Current Landscape Despite significant progress in gender equality, women’s political representation remains far from balanced. Globally, women hold only 26.7% of parliamentary seats, a statistic that highlights the ongoing gender gap in leadership. In Canada, women make up about Read More
Hidden in Plain Sight: Understanding Human Trafficking
Human trafficking is happening all around us, often in ways we don’t see. Millions of people, especially women and girls, are trapped in this cycle, with traffickers taking advantage of poverty and vulnerability. We can help fight back through awareness, Read More
Strong, Smart, and Seen: Changing the Narrative for Women in Media
When I think about the movies, TV shows, and advertisements I grew up with, one thing stands out: the women I saw on screen didn’t always look or feel real. They were either damsels in distress, glamorous sidekicks, or the Read More