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International Women's Day is observed annually on March 8th and is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It is also a day to raise awareness about gender inequality and advocate for women's rights around the world.
The theme for International Women's Day 2023 is yet to be announced, but previous themes have focused on issues such as gender parity, women's empowerment, and the need for increased representation of women in leadership positions.
Gender inequality refers to the unequal treatment or perception of individuals based on their gender, often resulting in a lack of access to opportunities and resources.
Women make up 50% of the world's population, but they are disproportionately affected by poverty, with women making up 70% of the world's poor.
Women earn less than men in almost every country in the world, with women globally earning on average only 77 cents for every dollar earned by men.
Women are underrepresented in leadership positions in both the public and private sectors. As of 2021, only 22 countries have a female head of state or government.
Violence against women is a pervasive problem worldwide. One in three women will experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime.
Women are less likely to have access to education and healthcare compared to men. Approximately 130 million girls are out of school worldwide, and women account for 70% of those living with HIV/AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa.
Women are also underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, with only 28% of researchers worldwide being women.
These are just a few examples of the many ways in which gender inequality manifests around the world. It is important to recognize these issues and work towards creating a more equitable society for all.
Coachability Foundation works to empower women entrepreneurs by providing them with mentoring, training, and resources to help them grow their businesses. The foundation aims to support women entrepreneurs who face challenges in accessing capital, networking, and education.
The Coachability Foundation works with a network of experienced business leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs to provide women entrepreneurs with mentorship and coaching. It also offers training and workshops on topics such as financial management, marketing, and leadership.
In addition, the Coachability Foundation provides access to funding opportunities through partnerships with investors and organizations that support women entrepreneurs. The foundation also works to raise awareness of the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs and to advocate for policies that support their success.
By empowering women entrepreneurs, the Coachability Foundation aims to promote economic growth and job creation, as well as to foster a more equitable and inclusive society.
Curator Munllonch
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The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) report on Gender and Poverty, which highlights the disproportionate impact of poverty on women.
The World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report, which provides data on the gender pay gap and women's representation in leadership positions.
The United Nations' campaign UNiTE to End Violence against Women, which provides statistics on violence against women.
UNESCO's Education for All Global Monitoring Report, which provides data on access to education for girls
The Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) report on the global HIV epidemic, which provides data on women and HIV/AIDS.
The UNESCO Institute for Statistics' report on Women in Science, which provides data on women's participation in STEM fields.
These reports and campaigns are based on extensive research and data collection from multiple sources, including national statistics, surveys, and other forms of data collection.
