Today is International Women’s Day, day when women are acknowledged and celebrated.
A day when the challenges faced by women in various parts of the world are highlighted. A day to raise awareness of the courage of women, the inspiration of women, and to remember the unique qualities of women that make our world a better one. There is growing evidence that the most effective way to make inroads into poverty, disease, sexual exploitation and violence in troubled areas of the world is to invest in educating and empowering women. As women are able to provide for their families, they are able to establish secure bases for their sons and daughters, preparing the next generation to also grow up to raise their own families in peaceful, self-sufficient ways.
It’s having me think about ways Bergen and Associates can contribute to make the lives of families better. While I’m thrilled with the difference we make in the lives of our clients, and I know we are helping make strong families in Winnipeg, one family at a time, it seems to me that we are all called to do something more. To join in something bigger than ourselves, to give a hand up to someone who is otherwise beyond our reach, to do our part in bringing justice to the world. I’ve done some research and I think it’s about time to start making some decisions, so that it moves past the “thinking stage” and into an “action phase”.
I love this video for it’s thought provoking, challenging message that is intended for men and women to contemplate. Eve Ensler has earned the right to talk about what she talks about…she has spoken to women in all parts of the world, she has heard their stories, has sat with them, has understood the challenges they face.:
I know it is a long video…many won’t have time to watch the whole thing. At 13:30 there is a really cool story of the power of reconciliation and transformation by empowering a girl. If you only have a few minutes, fast forward it to 16:35 to listen to the poem, “I am an Emotional Creature”. Women, I think it will lift your spirits. Men…you might understand something new and appreciate something in women that you’ve always been confused about!
Celebrate your “girl cell” today! (If you watch the video, this last line will make sense).
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