What's Exactly Inspire Inclusion? How Women Can Inspire for Inclusive Growth and Success?

Abstract:

International Women's Day is March 8. Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #InspireInclusion.

Celebrate women's achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to drive gender parity.

IWD belongs to everyone, everywhere. Inclusion means all IWD action is valid.

Keywords :

International Women's Day, Inspire Inclusion, Equality, Gender Value, Building Bridge

Learning Outcomes

After undergoing this article you will be able to understand the following

1. Why International women's Day is celebrated?

2. Inspire inclusion: means and ways of achieving

3. Roles of women focused on making the inclusive growth and success 

Introduction

International Women's Day (IWD) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. Significant activity is witnessed worldwide as groups come together to celebrate women's achievements or rally for women's equality.

Marked annually on March 8th, IWD is one of the most important days of the year to:

• celebrate women's achievements
• educate and awareness raise about women's equality
• call for positive change advancing women
• lobby for accelerated gender parity
• fundraise for women focused program 

Everyone, everywhere can play a part in helping forge gender equality. From a wide range of IWD campaigns, events, rallies, lobbying, and performances - to festivals, parties, fun runs, and celebrations - all IWD activity is valid. That's what makes IWD so inclusive.

Why International women's Day is celebrated?

It emphasizes the importance of creating an inclusive society and investing in women's empowerment. International Women's Day, celebrated annually on March 8th, is a global occasion to honour the achievements of women, recognise their contributions to society, and advocate for gender equality.

What colors symbolize International Women's Day?

Purple, green and white are the colors of International Women's Day. Purple signifies justice and dignity, and being loyal to the cause. Green symbolizes hope. White represents purity, albeit a controversial concept. The colors originated from the Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU) in the UK in 1908

Is International Women's Day a holiday?

IWD is an official holiday in many countries including: Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, China (for women only), Cuba, Georgia, Guinea-Bissau, Eritrea, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Madagascar (for women only), Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Nepal (for women only), Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, and Zambia. In Germany, Berlin's parliament approved a bill in 2019 to make International Women's Day a public holiday.

What is the IWD 2024 campaign theme?

The IWD 2024 campaign theme is Inspire Inclusion.

When we inspire others to understand and value women's inclusion, we forge a better world.

And when women themselves are inspired to be included, there's a sense of belonging, relevance and empowerment.

The #InspireInclusion campaign aims to forge a more inclusive world for women.

How women can help Bring  inclusion and better society?

Believing in oneself: 

Women can build confidence in knowing and valuing their worth.

Speaking up: 

Women raising their voices against inequity and standing up for what is right and equal is key.

Building bridges: 

Connecting with other women who share similar values is key in creating spaces where everyone feels welcome.

Challenging the status quo: Breaking stereotypes and showing the world women's strengths and capabilities is key.

Leading and mentoring others: Stepping up, taking charge, and helping others find their path is also important.

Spreading the word: Inclusion should be a no-brainer. Speaking out, championing diversity, and making sure everyone is part of the picture is required.

Addressing many of the above aspects can help achieve true inclusion and make the world a fairer, more inclusive place where everyone has a chance to shine and maximize potential.

On an organizational or group basis, there are many ways to ensure the needs, interests and aspirations of women and girls are valued and included. Organizations and groups can #InspireInclusion through action in areas such as:

• forging women's economic empowerment
• recruiting, retaining and developing diverse talent
• supporting women and girls into leadership, decision-making, business and STEM
• designing and building infrastructure meeting the needs of women and girls
• helping women and girls make informed decisions about their health
• involving women and girls in sustainable agriculture and food security
• providing women and girls with access to quality education and training
• elevating women and girl's participation and achievement in sport
• promoting creative and artistic talent of women and girls
• addressing further areas supporting the advancement of women and girls

References :

https://www.internationalwomensday.com/Theme