INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY (March 8) is an important day to celebrate women's social, economic, cultural & political achievements + call for gender equality

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RT @wef: As the Global Gender Gap Report marks its 20th anniversary, what does two decades of data tell us about the progress still needed…
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RT @wef: The 20th edition of the Global Gender Gap Report is out now. A global picture of progress towards gender parity, tracked over 20…
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As professional women’s sports grow in popularity, researchers at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health are embarking on an exciting, long-term study into the #health and #wellbeing of elite #womenathletes 👏 👉 bit.ly/3UMOeOJ #sportswomen #genderequality #sport
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Gender representation begets gender representation, according to new research from Emory University that suggests women are more likely to prefer working in fields that see more women. Representation is a powerful signal for greater belonging & inclusion 👉bit.ly/4iuVd8F
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Latest research 'Girls Who Play Change the Game' says women who play sports as girls are more likely to become workplace leaders👏. Sports can serve as an early #leadership lab, giving girls opportunities to practice skills they carry with them for years👉️bit.ly/4xKlZ1I
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The inspiration, courage & wisdom of Gloria Steinem made the world a better place. She helped women be seen, heard & understand their value. The incredible impact & legacy of #GloriaSteinem will live on in our thoughts & actions, she was an icon like no other .💜#genderequality
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The salient words of #MayaAngelou remind us that strength, joy & success come not from being perfect, but from living authentically, generously & fully. Her wisdom encourages us to appreciate our worth, embrace who we are & have the courage to become who we're meant to be ✨️💜
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#AI is reshaping the #workforce, yet women made up just 26% of U.S. AI hires last year & hold only 13% of C-suite AI roles across 27 countries. As AI jobs surge, #women must be more than adopters — they must shape its future 👩👩🏻 👉️ bit.ly/4y4H1HR #GiveToGain #tech
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“If you don’t like the road you’re walking, start paving another one” — @DollyParton. Her ambition & resilience inspired the world, reminding us that every voice matters, every dream is worth pursuing, every woman belongs. A life shaped by courage, generosity & determination!💜
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Today, on #WomensEqualityDay, we commemorate the historic advancement of #womensrights in the United States while knowing the pursuit of #genderequality remains an ongoing responsibility 💜 👉️ bit.ly/4vmDQK1 #Equality #WomensRights #Leadership #Inclusion
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A highlight of #InternationalWomensDay each year is #IWDlightup. Groups worldwide highlight community support & engagement by lighting up infrastructure in purple to awareness raise for #genderequality🟣. Here's some impressive efforts from #IWD2026 👏🏼 👉️bit.ly/4rso4eu
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Did you see some of the many impressive #IWD2026 videos from groups worldwide 🌐 as they discussed the importance of the #GiveToGain philosophy & how intentional policies, programs & support positively impact the rate of #genderequality achieved? 📢 👉 bit.ly/watch #IWD
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Flashback to #InternationalWomensDay earlier this year when Tania Hearn, a talented creative specializing in murals, lettering & illustration, submitted her fabulous #IWD2026 #GiveToGain creation as part of the annual #IWDtypism #Lettering Challenge 👉️ bit.ly/3NnZJbM
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In #Ghana, Priscilla Oduro & her group marked #IWD2026. "Every act of giving plants a seed of confidence, growth & possibility. Together we gain strength, equality & a future where women thrive. Giving time, kindness, knowledge & encouragement creates opportunities"💜 #GiveToGain
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Groups worldwide mark IWD in different ways✨. Nuvento in #India hosted an engaging #GiveToGain Selfie Contest & said "This simple virtual activity created meaningful engagement across teams & locations, giving every participant...a platform to be seen, appreciated & celebrated"💜
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The giving of resources, networks, knowledge, and opportunities helps gain brilliant momentum. When we support and elevate other women through collective action, we create an exciting future. Remember, #leadership is defined by the pathways we create for others 💜. #GiveToGain
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#IWD2026 saw progressive groups host insightful events discussing #genderequality issues & the #GiveToGain ethos. Public Service Broadcaster of #India in #Shillong, Doordarshan Meghalaya, hosted important conversations on key issues, activity & programs💜👉 bit.ly/watch
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When we celebrate each other’s milestones, we don't just share joy, we build an unstoppable momentum moving us forward. Let's give abundantly without expectation, share wisdom to shorten women's learning curves, & inspire others by showing up as our authentic selves. #GiveToGain
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#Ambigrams challenge perception & remind that meaning isn't always fixed but can shift with perspective - an idea that resonates regarding #genderequality. Thanks Jennifer Lynch for your #IWD2026 #GiveToGain ambigram for #IWDtypism #Lettering Challenge 👉 bit.ly/4tgI7y6
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