The Female Quotient

#Trailblazers ✨ There’s no better time than during #AWNewYork24 to talk about the designer behind the iconic Nike Swoosh. In 1971, Carolyn Davidson was commissioned by Phil Knight, Nike’s future co-founder, to work on the logo and poured about 17.5 hours into the project at a rate of just $2 per hour—meaning she made just $35 to create the brand’s world-renowned mark. Of the dozens of logos she created, the “least worst” option was naturally the one that was selected. (Any creatives out there know the feeling?!) She was later awarded 500 shares of Nike, valued at millions today. She just did it—reminding us all that you never know what might happen when you put in the work and allow your passion to run wild. Join us in the #EqualityLounge at #AWNewYork with the innovators, creatives, and marketers behind the world's most enduring brands. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gxBtvjY8

#JuliaRoberts is using her platform as a call to action around social media’s harmful effects on #mentalhealth, especially for young women and girls. Research shows the troubling links between social media and mental health, ranging from distress and depression to disordered eating and self-harm for teens — 24.4% are considered to be social media addicts. Not to mention, owning a smartphone younger predicts lower self-worth, motivation, and resilience, and more sadness, anxiety, and aggression - especially affecting girls. It is critical that we empower and protect the young women in our lives, the next generation of leaders! This video is an all too important reminder! As technology quickly expands and social media continues to play an important role for young women and girls, mental health and online safety have become central concerns. 🎥 Julia Roberts via Instagram

We believe in something called the “Shine Theory”— the idea that when you help another woman rise, we all shine. And when remarkable women come together, we unlock our greatest potential. This week, we brought together women from across career levels to connect, share stories, and motivate the next generation of women on the rise. After all, behind every incredible woman, is another incredible woman who believes in her. #WomenOnTheRise co-hosted in partnership with The Female Quotient and Delta Air Lines Alicia Tillman, Delta Air Lines, Shelley Zalis, The Female Quotient

About 1.8 billion women menstruate every month, and a significant number experience painful, heavy, abnormal periods—so much so, that we’ve all just chalked it up to being "normal". Many doctors downplay women's symptoms, it’s already a taboo topic to broach… we should just brush it off, right? Wrong. It’s not normal and raising awareness is needed to increase funding, research, and ultimately relief. 🎥 Dr. Nitu Bajekal

As AI reshapes education, it's crucial to ensure equitable access and outcomes for all students. Join us as we discuss how global communities are leveraging AI to address educational inequalities. We’ll highlight innovative solutions, best practices, and the challenges faced in implementing AI for inclusive learning. • Amber Coleman-Mortley, Sr. Director, Community and Culture, The Female Quotient • Leah Danville, M.A., Principal, 3PV Consulting

😠 57 cents – what Latina women make for every dollar earned by a white non-Hispanic man 💰 $1.2 million – what Latina women lose over the course of a 40-year career due to the wage gap 👵 90 years old – the age of Latina women when they finally earn what the average white man has That’s not the only hardship Latina women face in the workforce. A report by LeanIn and McKinsey & Company found that only 75 Latinas will be promoted to managerial positions for every 100 men. With the buying power of $1.7 trillion (yes, we said trillion), we think it’s time they’re represented at all levels. The current #wagegap and lack of opportunity for Latina women make them the lowest earning group of any major race/ethnicity and gender group. Latina-led households have median annual earnings of $38,718 for a year of full-time work – that’s below 200% of the federal poverty level for a family of three. Policymakers, we’re looking at you. Employers, it’s time to pay up and create policies surrounding childcare and paid sick leave that will allow women to stay and thrive in the workplace. As Eva Longoria shared, “This is our space. We deserve to be here!" #latinaequalpay #letsgetpaid Sources: Institute for Women's Policy Research, The University of Georgia 🎥 Eva Longoria via Instagram

Defining your strategic career narrative is never easy, especially when it comes to the dynamic landscape of artificial intelligence. Join us as we examine how to strategically position yourself at the forefront of this rapidly evolving career field. We’ll dive into practical strategies for building a robust career track, discuss how to identity and seize opportunities, and learn how to align skills, passions, and experiences to create a distinctive and impactful presence. • Amber Coleman-Mortley, Sr. Director, Community and Culture, The Female Quotient • Samyutha Reddy

The simple luxuries of daily life. We take them for granted because seemingly, they’ve just always been there. Windshield wipers. Bluetooth. WiFi. Women have changed the way we live through countless brilliant inventions. And many of these women didn’t even have careers in science, engineering, or math. In fact, they were a nurse, a laundress, and an actress! The bottom line is women are natural problem solvers. They’re able to see and approach problems differently—which is incredibly valuable. It means that innovations evolve with a diverse lens. It means that technologies are improved upon with the other half of the population (women!) in mind. It means we inch closer to a more inclusive world for everyone. A desire to solve meaningful problems is one of the main requirements in entering cybersecurity—not an impressive knack for tech, math, or computer science like many women assume. The industry benefits from all kinds of professional backgrounds, and when more women work in cybersecurity, we all benefit. Learn more from our research in collaboration with Deloitte: https://lnkd.in/gwmNVDCs

As AI reshapes education, it's crucial to ensure equitable access and outcomes for all students. Join us as we discuss how global communities are leveraging AI to address educational inequalities. We’ll highlight innovative solutions, best practices, and the challenges faced in implementing AI for inclusive learning. RSVP: https://lnkd.in/gFrn47en

Skateboarding, ice cream for breakfast, and being yourself— those are three keys to a happy life according to one of Finland’s “Happiness Hackers”, 70-year-old Lena Salmi. Lena started skateboarding at age 65 and now teaches people all over the world how to skate and live happier lives themselves. What’s your happiness hack? 🎥 BBC News