Bringing Together Women & Girls at IWD Summit
Attendees included Olivia, Hannah, Addie, Jade Perelmuter ('18), Rachel Pemberton ('18) and Hope McMaster ('17). Here's what a few of the girls had to say about the day:
Hannah Kinney
Although this is a recurring celebration over the last 100+ years, International Women's Day seems more vital this year. It is a day that reminds the world that women are important and celebrates female achievements. On March 3, young women across Toronto recognized the obstacles that continue to impact the lives of young girls and women every day, from political to social to economic. However, these challenges only motivate today’s generation of young and inspired women to call for change. One speaker touched on the idea of speaking up for those who can't speak for themselves, as it is time to put an end to staying silent about women's rights. Both boys and girls need to raise their voices in the fight for equality.
Although this is a recurring celebration over the last 100+ years, International Women's Day seems more vital this year. It is a day that reminds the world that women are important and celebrates female achievements. On March 3, young women across Toronto recognized the obstacles that continue to impact the lives of young girls and women every day, from political to social to economic. However, these challenges only motivate today’s generation of young and inspired women to call for change. One speaker touched on the idea of speaking up for those who can't speak for themselves, as it is time to put an end to staying silent about women's rights. Both boys and girls need to raise their voices in the fight for equality.
Olivia Crichton
Conversation that empowers all genders and encourages open opinions and feelings allow the most change to occur. Allowing open conversation helps break down gender barries and helps everyone to understand various perspectives.
Conversation that empowers all genders and encourages open opinions and feelings allow the most change to occur. Allowing open conversation helps break down gender barries and helps everyone to understand various perspectives.
Addie Naprawa
It was great to hear from a collection of women who had found success at all ages. They proved that by men and women working together, amazing things can be accomplished.
It was great to hear from a collection of women who had found success at all ages. They proved that by men and women working together, amazing things can be accomplished.
We celebrate International Women’s Day on Wednesday, March 8. On this day, and every day, please open the conversation on gender equality.
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