For generations, women have been greatly overshadowed by men. Let’s face it. Women are believed to be the “weaker sex”, even still to this day. Laws, gender roles, and social attitudes made women face hindrances to reaching their full potential and biased treatments against the opposite sex. Before, women were expected to only serve their husbands, tend their children, and do the house chores, because they have been regarded incapable of doing things other than those. For many years, women have tried to raise their voices for them to be heard loud and clear that they are not weak, that they are not limited, and that they are not the helpless “damsels in distress” that men often see in them as. Women can also do things that men can do. They are more than just homemakers and caregivers. They are women, and they want to feel empowered — and its high time, definitely.
It took years and years for women’s achievements to be acknowledged; from their right to vote, their right in pursuing career growth and profession, to finally be given the same salaries that men are paid for with the same position, and for them to be treated equally with men. These societal norms that were established long ago deprived women of their rights and privileges — jobs, academe ladder, and even marriage so to speak.
Luckily for women of this generation, society has now embraced their capabilities and is learning, although slowly, and bit by bit, at least, that they are of equal rights as the opposite sex. Gone are the days where women are inferior and helpless, because many have spoken up and have made a revolution to change this scenario.
This is the reason why women empowerment is so important as it gives hope to all women around the world. With this, they feel encouraged to feel strong, that they are not dependent on men (especially the men in their lives), that they can earn for their families and themselves, and that they can do something like most men have been doing for ages. We all just have to be aware of it. And raising more awareness will lead to a homeostasis of societal norms for both men and women.
Women empowerment will also help in tearing down gender discrimination against females, in tearing down the stereotype of them being weaker than men, in breaking the traditional expectations for them to know and do household chores, and for them to also be paid equally with men. This is so important for all women, that is why people should not take it lightly.
In line with this, women and girls alike, should take part in their stand to achieving their long cry for equality. Activities and movements for women and girls are arising and this is a jump start towards a community where all are accepted and treated equally. Teen Girls Circle – a coming together in a safe and sacred space for all females, is one fun and empowering way to use their voices, be heard and be seen. We are inviting every teen girl to take part in this wonderful journey and discover more about their full potential as well as going back to their most authentic, true self.
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