OPINION- Dear friends and colleagues, Today is International Women’s Day, a momentous occasion that celebrates the achievements of women around the world while also highlighting the work that still needs to be done to achieve gender equality.
This is not just a day to celebrate women; it is also a call to action, because it reminds us that gender equality is not yet a reality and encourages us to challenge stereotypes, fight discrimination, support women’s rights, and promote equal opportunities, not just on this day but every day.
Let us use International Women’s Day as a platform to amplify women’s voices, support one another, and strive for a more equitable future.
As a youth leader, I believe it is our collective responsibility to step up and advocate for women’s rights.
Women have made great strides in all areas of society, from politics to science, from sports to business. However, as we reflect on the progress that has been made, we must also recognize that women continue to face discrimination, inequality, and violence in many parts of the world.
In our own communities, we can make a difference by speaking up against gender-based violence and harassment, advocating for policies that empower women and girls, and supporting women-owned businesses and organizations and by doing so, we can work towards creating a world where all women have the opportunity to fulfill their potential and lead fulfilling lives, so let us use this day as an opportunity to recommit ourselves to the cause of gender equality.
We owe it to our mothers, grandmothers, daughters, and sisters to ensure that they can live in a world where they are valued and respected for who they are, regardless of their gender.
Together, we can create a world where every woman and girl can achieve her full potential and live a life free from discrimination and gender-based violence.
Happy International Women’s Day!
TUMWAKIRE BRIAN
(Medical Doctor and Youth Advocate)
