“If we stop thinking of women as 'less than', equal pay for equal work will automatically become the norm.” – Noreen Farrell
“When cities are safer for women, the benefits — economic progress, innovation, inclusive societies — reverberate across entire countries, and even the world." – Kalpana Viswanath
womanifesto
“Educating women & girls is the most powerful vaccine against violence, poverty, discrimination, and many of the world’s biggest problems.” – Pashtana Durrani
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“Child marriage steals a girl's education, voice, and future. It denies her the chance to thrive, perpetuating inequality for generations.” – Roshni Perween
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gender
“If we’re serious about building and sustaining strong, vibrant democracies, we need more women in elected office in every sphere of government around the world.” – Hannah Stevens
“Instead of feeding women the idea of marriage as a substitute for careers and ambition, give them opportunities to earn and control their own incomes, and see the magic unfold.” – Aline Kamakian
equal
“By reclaiming control over our bodies, women can redefine their identities beyond societal roles, pursue aspirations freely, and pave the way to a truly equal future.” – Lolo Cynthia
world
“Violence against women is a global pandemic, tearing lives apart, disrupting communities, and hindering progress. It's time to break the cycle.” – Elizabeth Dartnall
“Media's power should empower, not limit. It's time to break free from harmful stereotypes and pave the way for women's diverse stories, realities, and aspirations.” – Maria E’layan
“War is a feminist issue. Climate crisis is a feminist issue. Poverty is a feminist issue. Empower women and girls, and other marginalised groups to see your societies change for the better!”
“Education is the most powerful tool for empowering women and promoting gender equality. Therefore, world leaders should strive to empower women's education, because if you educate a woman, you educate a nation.”
“If laws and policies are to work for all of us, then we need to deliberately tone down the complexities that deter womens meaningful participation in the formulation processes.”
Prabha Yadav
“Be educated, be organised, and be agitated.”
“Boldly embrace your voice: Stand up for what's right at home, in society, and at work. Speak up, be confident, be heard, and be proud.”
“The role of women in politics is equal to that of men. This is even more obvious as we live in the midst of a war where we’re witnessing women enduring immense pain and suffering. Despite enduring unimaginable horrors, I know it is women who will emerge as powerful voices for peace.”
“By encouraging others to appreciate and recognise the importance of women’s inclusion in every aspect of life, we are taking a crucial step towards creating a better world.”
“A gender-unequal world is like a vehicle running on one wheel or trying to win a fight with one arm tied behind its back. It’s simply not operating to its full potential because half the sky is not being allowed to come into the light.”
“The active involvement of women, girls, and marginalised groups in all levels of governance and policymaking ensures that their voices are not only heard but also valued in decision-making processes. By fostering inclusive participation, diverse perspectives are amplified, enriching the policy landscape with innovative solutions that reflect the needs and aspirations of all members of society.”