Rose Mabiza

16-02-2024

International Women’s Day 2025

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For all women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment

International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025 is a global call to action under the theme "For all women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment." This year’s focus, designated by the United Nations, highlights the importance of ensuring equal rights, opportunities, and empowerment for every woman and girl worldwide, regardless of background, geography, or social status.

The significance of International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day, celebrated annually on March 8, is a day of recognition and a global movement advocating for gender equality, inclusion, and empowerment. While progress has been made, many women and girls still face barriers to their full participation in society, including gender-based violence, economic disparities, underrepresentation in leadership, and unequal access to education and healthcare.

This year’s theme underscores the need for a genuinely inclusive approach that champions the rights of all women and girls, leaving no one behind.

Why "Rights. Equality. Empowerment." matters?

True gender equality can only be achieved when every woman and girl, regardless of her background, has the rights, opportunities, and empowerment needed to thrive. This year’s theme emphasises the importance of creating a world where all women and girls are treated with fairness and dignity, free from discrimination and barriers that limit their potential.

Ensuring equal rights for women and girls

Legal and policy reforms remain critical to eliminating discrimination against women and girls. Despite progress, many still lack the right to own property, access financial resources, and participate in decision-making processes. Ensuring legal protections and equal rights is fundamental to creating a just society where every woman and girl can thrive.

Achieving gender equality in all spheres

Gender equality is more than a goal it is a foundation for a sustainable and inclusive future. Women remain underrepresented in politics, corporate leadership, and STEM fields. Efforts to close the gender gap in these areas must be accelerated to ensure equal participation and opportunities for women and girls globally.

Empowering women through education and economic opportunities

Empowerment starts with education and economic independence. Despite progress, over 130 million girls worldwide remain out of school due to poverty, cultural barriers, and gender discrimination. Supporting access to quality education and vocational training for women and girls is essential for driving progress and fostering self-sufficiency.

Key areas requiring urgent action

The fight for gender equality cannot wait. Around the world, millions of women and girls continue to face systemic barriers that limit their opportunities. Addressing these critical areas is essential to achieving a future where women and girls have the same rights, freedoms, and opportunities as men. Below are key focus areas that demand immediate action.

Economic inclusion and equal pay

Women still earn less than men for the same work in many industries. Closing the gender pay gap and ensuring financial inclusion through equal access to job opportunities, entrepreneurship, and leadership positions are essential to fostering economic empowerment.

Leadership and representation

Women comprise nearly half of the global population but remain underrepresented in leadership roles. Increasing female representation in politics, business, and community decision-making is crucial for shaping inclusive policies that reflect the needs of all individuals.

Education as a pathway to empowerment

Education is a powerful tool for change. Ensuring universal access to quality education for women and girls, particularly in developing regions, will help bridge the gender gap and drive sustainable progress.

Addressing gender-based violence and discrimination

Violence against women remains a global crisis. One in three women experience physical or sexual violence in their lifetime. Strengthening legal protections, providing support services, and challenging harmful social norms are essential to eliminating gender-based violence.

Health, well-being, and reproductive rights

Access to quality healthcare, mental health support, and reproductive rights is fundamental to ensuring the well-being of women and girls. Policies safeguarding these rights contribute to stronger, healthier societies where women can participate fully in all aspects of life.

How you can support International Women’s Day 2025

Creating a more inclusive world requires collective effort. Whether through advocacy, education, or direct action, everyone has a role in promoting gender equality. Below are key ways individuals and organisations can contribute to advancing the rights and empowerment of women and girls.

Advocate for policy change

Support initiatives that promote equal rights for women and girls in all aspects of life-workplace, education, leadership, and legislation.

Promote women’s leadership

Encourage and support women in leadership roles in politics, business, and local communities. Mentorship programs and leadership training can help close the gap.

Invest in women’s education and entrepreneurship

Support female entrepreneurs, advocate for financial inclusion, and invest in programs that provide education and skills development for women and girls.

Create inclusive work environments

Employers must ensure fair hiring practices, equal pay, parental leave, and anti-discrimination policies that foster gender-inclusive workplaces.

Educate yourself and others

Awareness is a powerful driver of change. Gender equality and diversity training help individuals and organisations contribute to a more inclusive society.

Conclusion

Gender equality ensures rights, promotes fairness, and empowers women and girls to thrive. This International Women’s Day, let’s commit to breaking barriers and driving real change. Whether through policy advocacy, education, economic inclusion, or social support, each action contributes to a world where all women and girls have equal opportunities.

At The Mandatory Training Group, we are dedicated to fostering inclusive workplaces and gender equality. For organisations, ComplyPlus™ provides the necessary tools to ensure compliance with equality legislation, anti-discrimination laws, and workplace diversity policies.

Last updated on 07-03-2025

About the author

Rose Mabiza

Rose has dedicated over 15 years to improving health and social care quality through practice, targeted education and training. Her extensive experience includes working with older adults, individuals with mental health conditions, and people with autism and learning disabilities.

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