The number of women speakers across the world is relatively low compared to the number of male speakers. Speaking in public is a national fear that women deal with. Even though the majority of women have strong personalities, most of them cannot develop a “voice” hence are unable to express themselves through public speaking. The following are some of the reasons why there are fewer women speakers: 1. Imposter Syndrome A lot of women don’t feel qualified enough to speak on a topic, or … [Read more...]
Tips for Avoiding Enforcing Gender Stereotypes on Children
October 10, 2019 by
Gender stereotyping reinforces the concept that women and men have completely different roles in society, and that these lines should not be crossed. Women are often brought up in a manner that promotes qualities that are considered feminine, such as mothering, cleaning, and attending to the concerns of others whereas men are brought up to emulate masculine qualities, such as to be physically strong and athletic. While there is nothing wrong with either sex taking on these roles through … [Read more...]
4 Surprising Facts About Women in Finance You Should Know
August 28, 2019 by
Even though women have been reclaiming their space around the world, there are still some spaces where we have a lot of work to do. Finance, sadly, is one of them. Even though there are way more men than women in finance, working in the financial industry is a goal for many women. So what's the current state of affairs? What does the landscape look like? Read on for the top four facts you need to know about women in finance. 1. We're Shockingly Underrepresented Sure, you probably … [Read more...]
Health Care Jobs That Desperately Need More Women
December 5, 2018 by
There is a monumental push to push more women into health care jobs — but the truth is that women already make up more than 78 percent of the health care labor force. This isn’t a misleading statistic; if you visit any hospital or clinic, you are likely to see an abundance of women at work: staffing front desks, maintaining administrative functions, providing nursing care, assisting medical professionals, offering social assistance and more. The problem is that women aren’t well represented … [Read more...]
Helpful Domestic Violence Resources
November 15, 2018 by
For many years, domestic violence wasn't taken seriously. Unfortunately, sometimes the victims of domestic violence weren't believed until it was too late. Domestic violence still occurs, but by raising public awareness, victims now have a voice, resources and options. There is still a long way to go, and many more victims who fear coming forward and speaking out, but knowing what help is available and where to go can give you some peace of mind. Hope is the candle in the darkness, and armed … [Read more...]
Nushu – a 19th Century Chinese Woman’s Silent Rebellion
November 7, 2018 by
19th century China was not a particularly pleasant place for women. Much of their existence has been summarized in the book, Snow flower and the Secret Fan, by Lisa See. This was the age of foot-binding (large feet were considered ugly), as early as age seven – a painful method of curling toes under the foot and walking on them until they broke and were permanently bent under. It was an age in which young girls were promised to men, primarily as a result of financial arrangements between … [Read more...]
Women Make the Safest Drivers, We Can Save a Bunch of Fivers
September 26, 2018 by
When Sheila’s Wheels burst onto the insurance scene, women across the UK rejoiced. It’s long been known that women are involved in fewer accidents than men, though insurance premiums didn’t accurately reflect this. Sheila’s Wheels, the car insurance company for women, was launched to put a stop to the inequality and offer women a cheaper, fairer price on their insurance. In 2012, the EU ruled that insurers could no longer charge premiums based upon gender. However, that didn’t stop companies … [Read more...]
The Importance of Sexual Health
August 30, 2018 by
Female empowerment comes from understanding and knowing your own body and being the one to make decisions about it. How you choose to live and what you choose to do with your body is up to you, but that means that you are also responsible for taking care of yourself too. You should be allowed to live as freely as you like, but we also want you to be safe too, so here is some advice on how you can stay happy and healthy: Caring for Your Body With female empowerment comes body positivity, … [Read more...]
Dealing With Your Lack Of Self Confidence
April 26, 2018 by
When a person is unable to be confident in their abilities and themselves, they are noted to be someone who has a lack of self-confidence. No matter how much a person states they are confident, if they truly are not, it is easy for those who are around that person to determine otherwise. Mentally and physically, people can see just how unsure a person may be of themselves. With some assistance and perhaps mentoring, a person who lacks confidence can learn to be confident once more. It is not … [Read more...]
Women and Cars: How to Break Gender Stereotypes
April 24, 2018 by
Ever get that sinking feeling in your stomach when taking your car in for maintenance? As a woman, unfortunately, this is all too commonplace. That's because the auto repair industry has earned quite the reputation for taking advantage of female customers. Of course, while there are countless honest mechanics out there, you and your girlfriends could probably write a book based on the number of times you were told something needed fixing that likely was in fine condition or being upsold to … [Read more...]
Take an Empowering Trip as a Solo Female Traveler
March 29, 2018 by
Is there anything more liberating than embarking on a great adventure? ‘Out Of Office’ on, bag packed up and a whole world of opportunities waiting ahead for you. Some adventures are best taken alone — if you’re looking to challenge yourself, to meet new people, perhaps even fall in love, you stand a much greater chance of self-development if you hit the road solo. It’s fair, though, if you are nervous about taking a trip without the support of a friend or partner. Especially as a female, it … [Read more...]
