Woman, thy name is grit. As we usher in Women’s Day, it is time to reflect on how investing in women, financially and socially, is the right decision. Gone are the days when a woman was the shadow of a man. Woman of today is a corporate honcho, a trendsetter, a homemaker cum entrepreneur and many more roles squeezed into a single persona. She is ambitious, aspirational and excellent at her work. Support women’s rights and espouse the cause of gender equality-particularly equal pay for equal work. Bridge financial gaps by recognising that every woman worker deserves a salary and perks at par with her male counterpart.
Covid has pushed many women across the globe well below the poverty line. More than 342 million women will be living below the poverty line by 2030. Support women by empowering them financially. Implement gender-sensitive financial aid.
Amplify the voices of women. Give them platforms to address issues of their own and their creed. Support women change makers. The more you support the women, the better your economy will be.
Women are effective contributors to a nation’s income and an indispensable resource in building a bright future.
Views expressed by Dr Neeta Bali, Director-Schools, Seth Anandram Jaipuria Schools
