Happy International Women’s Day! #EmbraceEquity

It is the time to celebrate the incredible achievements of women throughout history and on our day to day, to continue to fight for inclusion and gender equality. It is a time to recognize the strength and resilience of women and to empower us all to continue to break down barriers, biases and shatter glass ceilings. Together women and all allies, we can #EmbraceEquity.

Here are some empowering quotes that inspire women to continue to fight for equality and continue to make a difference in the world:

“Extremists have shown what frightens them most. A girl with a book.” 

This quote from Malala Yousafzai, a Pakistani activist for female education and the youngest Nobel Prize laureate reminds us of the power of education to empower women and challenge oppressive systems.

“There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish.”

Michelle Obama, the former First Lady of the United States, reminds us that women are capable of achieving anything they set their minds to.

“Human rights are women’s rights, and women’s rights are human rights.”

Hillary Clinton, former Secretary of State of the United States, reminds us that women’s rights are not separate from human rights and should be protected as such.

“What’s the greatest lesson a woman should learn? Since day one, she’s already had everything she needs within herself. It’s the world that convinced her she did not.”

This quote from Rupi Kaur, a Canadian-Indian poet, emphasizes the importance of self-love and the societal pressures that can prevent women from recognizing their worth.

“Each time a woman stands up for herself she stands up for all women.”

Maya Angelou, an American poet, and civil rights activist reminds us of the power of women supporting one another and standing together.

“Feminism isn’t about making women strong. Women are already strong. It’s about changing the way the world perceives that strength.”

This quote from G.D. Anderson, an American feminist writer, emphasizes the importance of challenging societal perceptions of gender and empowering women to embrace their strength.

“We need women at all levels, including the top, to change the dynamic, reshape the conversation, to make sure women’s voices are heard and heeded, not overlooked and ignored.”

Sheryl Sandberg, Chief Operating Officer of Facebook, emphasizes the importance of women being represented in all areas of society, including leadership positions.

“Empowering women isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s the smart thing to do.”

Barack Obama, former President of the United States, highlights the societal and economic benefits of empowering women.

“There’s nothing a man can do that I can’t do better and in heels.”

This quote from Ann Richards, former Governor of Texas, challenges gender stereotypes and emphasizes the capabilities of women.

These empowering quotes serve as a reminder that women have always been and will continue to be a force to be a force in the world. As we celebrate International Women’s Day, let us continue to uplift and support one another, fight for gender equality, and celebrate the amazing achievements of women around the world.

FELIZ Consulting is a bespoke training and consultant woman-led company, directed by Founder and CEO Mônica Zionede Hall along with women and allies supporting this work. Together we #EmbraceEquity in the workshop programs, coaching, consulting we do - supporting women and equality in our day-to-day values, beliefs, and actions.