International Women's Day

International Women's Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievement of women.

UN Women is putting the spotlight on women in the changing world of work.

You Tube: UN Women

 Women in the workforce: facts you should know In this link you can access statistics such as wage gap, unpaid work, parental leave, unemployment, legal barriers that affect women internationally.

You can lend your voice to the #BeBoldForChange global campaign to advocate for women's humans rights. Get your selfie.

In New Zealand, the focus is "Violence against Women: An Equality and Human Rights Violation"

According to a Chinese proverb "Women hold up half the sky". If you are curious to know what this might mean go to The Northern Advocate


The following video features some interesting developments that have affected women and their role in the workforce.  

You Tube: Kronos Incorporated

Kronos is a recruiting and software company that produced the following video in celebration of International Women's Day in 2011.

International Women's Day

International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity.

Music has been a vehicle for affirming women and their worth. You Don't Own Me sung by Lesley Gore and recorded in 1963 is a statement about respect and autonomy. These are reflected in the lyrics:

"I don't tell you what to say

I don't tell you what to do

So, just let me be myself

That's all I ask of you"

You Tube: JohanVilchez's channel

A more contemporary girl power song by Little Mix from 2013 is somewhat more provocative in style. The lyrics conveying a more militant theme:

"Sisters we are everywhere

Warriors, your country needs you

If you're ready ladies, better keep steady

Ready, aim, shoot

Don't need ammunition, on a mission

And we'll hit you with the truth

Divas, queens, we don't need no man, salute!"

You Tube: LittlemxVevo

Both songs are designed to inspire and encourage women to stand up for themselves and know their worth. Celebrate International Women's Day with your favourite girl power song.

If you want to go further you can take part in the Pledge for Parity