The gender pay gap refers to the difference between the average earnings of men and women who work full-time. It is a persistent issue that affects women in every industry and at every level of seniority.
Month: February 2023
A History of International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated every year on March 8, to recognize and honor the achievements of women throughout history, and to raise awareness about gender equality and women’s rights. How did International Women’s Day begin? The origins of Read More
Top 5 Issues Women and Girls Still Face in America in 2023
Achieving equality as a woman in the United States today is a complex subject. Despite significant progress in almost every aspect of our lives, women of all backgrounds still face challenges that are made more difficult simply because of their Read More
February is National Girls & Women in Sports Month
The month of February is designated as National Girls & Women in Sports Month in the United States. The month of celebration was established by the Women’s Sports Foundation in 1987. This year, we’re celebrating 36 years of girls and Read More
How Homelessness Affects Women and How You Can Help
Every year, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development conducts a nationwide count of individuals living without homes. This count takes place every January, one of the most brutal times of the year to be living out of Read More
Inspiring Feminist Quotes by Women
We gathered some inspiring quotes from women who have been fighting for their rights, and the rights of others, for centuries.
Women’s Rights History in the U.S.
When the U.S. was first established, a woman was considered a man’s property. It took decades of persistent work and sacrifice by women’s rights activists to change that.
February 11 is International Day of Women and Girls in Science
“On this International Day of Women and Girls in Science, let’s reiterate this fundamental message: women need science, and science needs women. Only by tapping into all sources of knowledge, all sources of talent, can we unlock the full potential Read More
Critical Thinking: The Importance of Continuum of Care
Soroptimist clubs focus time, energy and resources in investing in the dreams of women and girls who face obstacles to their success, and empower them through access to education. This is accomplished through our two Dream Programs (the Live Your Read More
15 Ways to Celebrate Women’s History Month 2023
Every year the U.S. recognizes March as Women’s History Month, and here at LiveYourDream.org we’re already making plans to celebrate. Wondering how you can celebrate Women’s History Month 2023? We’ve got you covered with 15 excellent ideas. 1. Explore the Read More