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When Women Speak, the World Moves! As women, we often face unique challenges, but we are strong and have the power to make a difference. It's important that we share our stories, speak our truth, and actively participate in conversations that matter. Being vulnerable takes courage, but it opens doors to growth, connection, and understanding. When we speak up, we give ourselves and others permission to do the same. Let's celebrate Women's History Month by uplifting and supporting each other on this journey. 💜 As women, we have a responsibility to use our voices to advocate for ourselves and others. We have the ability to create change in our communities, workplaces, and beyond. However, speaking up can be daunting, especially when we fear judgement or rejection. It's important to remember that vulnerability is not weakness, but a strength. When we allow ourselves to be vulnerable, we invite others to see us as we truly are, and that is empowering. Let's celebrate the women who have used their voices to make a difference throughout history. From suffragettes to civil rights activists, women have been at the forefront of social change. We can honor their legacy by continuing to speak out and make our mark on the world. So, let's show up, speak up, and support each other every step of the way. #WomenEmpowerment #WomenSupportingWomen #SpeakUp #Vulnerability #Courage #WomenInLeadership #WomensHistoryMonth #WhenWomenSpeak

It feels very appropriate to celebrate Advocation’s 5-year anniversary during Women’s History Month. Why? Because one of the most underrated “tips” for succeeding in business as a female founder is finding a community of women who: 📣Cheer you on 🎖Encourage you to reach for more 🤸♀️Want to change industry norms right alongside you On Friday, I’ll be hosting a roundtable discussion with two women who fit this bill and then some: ▶Ruoyun Xu Killian, a human-centered business advisor, speaker, and founder  ▶Fatou B. Barry Barry, founder of The PR Girl Manifesto and Co-Founder of Hold The PRess. We’re discussing their experiences as trailblazers in the marketing industry, covering:  ✅The biggest challenges they’ve faced in business, and how to get to the other side ✅Promoting inclusion within our industry  ✅Advice for preventing or getting out of a state of burnout …and much more! RSVP via the link in comments! #womenshistorymonth #founderstories

In whatever we do, we believe that starting without women on board is a false start.

Women’s History Month should make us stop and think. Sometimes life moves fast and we don’t stop to smell the roses. For us, those roses are recognizing the hard work and sacrifice of generations of women before us, right now and after us. Women’s History Month is especially important for women holding executive positions or owning their own business that simply wouldn’t have been possible even 60 years ago. March is a time to thank trailblazers for giving women everywhere access to new opportunities. Women’s History Month is a reminder that women have always been a force for change and that we have the power to shape the future. It’s also a time to celebrate our collective strength, resilience, and determination. #womenshistorymonth #womenleaders

As a women-led organization, we know change is possible. Women’s History Month reminds us that women have paved pivotal roads toward equity and justice—the guiding star for our investments. We celebrate our incredible partners making progress for women by giving young people a voice, creating a more inclusive economy, ensuring representative utility leadership, and advocating against harmful policies. Through an intersectional lens, we recognize that keeping one woman down keeps all of us down, when any of us succeeds, we all have a stronger chance at dismantling systems of oppression. Where women lead, communities benefit. Attacks on women – particularly those who intersect with other historically excluded identities – are rampant through so many avenues this year, from bodily autonomy to gender identity, from access to healthcare to the right to vote. This is no time to stop affirming, protecting, and striving for women’s rights. Shout-out to partners like Bianca Van Heydoorn (Youth Sentencing & Reentry Project), Yalda Tehranian-Uhls (Center for Scholars & Storytellers), WaterNow Alliance’s Emerging Leaders, and Awanookwe Veronica Kingbird (Awesiinyag are Loved), and the powerful women here at Spring Point Partners LLC, who are making an impact today in our communities, on our futures. Who’s inspiring YOU this Women’s History Month? #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenEmpowerment #WomenWhoLead #HerStory #IntersectionalFeminist #WomensRights #TransformtheFuture 

🔮 Women's History Month 🔮 This month, we embark on a journey of celebration and reflection, honouring the remarkable contributions of women throughout history. Each day, I will be spotlighting one incredible woman whose story not only shaped the world we live in but also continues to inspire growth, courage, and resilience. From trailblazers who broke barriers in science and politics, to artists who painted their truths against the canvas of their times, we will explore the diverse representations of women's achievements. This celebration is not just about looking back but also aligning with our own paths of growth and empowerment. Join me as we honour these women, their stories, and the lessons they offer us. Let their lives encourage us to dream bigger, stand taller, and walk our paths with determination and grace. Here's to a month of inspiration, reflection, and empowerment. Let the journey begin! 🪔 💎 1st March - Rosa Parks 💎 Today, we celebrate Rosa Parks, a woman whose courage became the compass for a movement of change. Her determination to stand firm in her truth is a testament to personal growth and alignment with one's values. Let her story remind us that growth often comes from a place of discomfort and that aligning with our core values can steer us towards impactful change. How are you standing firm in your truth today? Let's chat about growing into our most authentic selves.⏳ #WomensHistoryMonth #InspiringWomenDaily #GrowthAndAlignment #HerStoryOurStory #TrailblazersUnite #EmpowermentThroughHistory #CelebratingWomenEveryday #WomenOfImpact #VoicesOfChange #LegaciesOfCourage

As Women's History Month comes to a close, I'm filled with gratitude for the incredible stories of resilience, innovation, and empowerment that have been shared over the past 31 days. Throughout this month, there has been a consistent theme weaving through the narratives: CONNECTIONS, COLLABORATION, and IMPACT. As I reflect on the past month, I am inspired by the countless stories of women forging connections, breaking barriers, and making a tangible impact in their communities and industries. Whether it's through mentorship, advocacy, or entrepreneurship, each action taken has contributed to the collective advancement of women everywhere. As we transition into Quarter 2, I am committed to carrying the momentum of Women's History Month forward. I believe that by continuing to foster meaningful connections, embracing collaboration, and striving for impact, we can create a future where every woman has the opportunity to thrive. Here's to celebrating HERstory not just in March, but every day of the year. Let's keep pushing boundaries, shattering glass ceilings, and building a more inclusive world for generations to come. #WomensHistoryMonth #HERstory #Collaboration #Impact #Quarter2Goals

I have to fully agree with Mrs Blanchard here. I would also add to this a quote attributed to another amazing person , Maya Angelou - “Do the best you can until you know better. Then, when you know better, do better.” #selfawareness #personalgrowth #awarenessmatters #beallyoucanbe

Women’s month is a wonderful opportunity for us to celebrate women in our lives. But we could do so much more… the real conversations need to start in our own homes and our workplaces. In what ways are we daily advocating for women? In what ways are making room for them to be heard and celebrated? In what ways do we intentionally set women up for wins? Women should not have to wait for August to feel celebrated. Our campaigns and events about protecting, standing up for and standing with women should not be a facade to please or impress the crowd, this should be a genuine desire to see women win at home and at the workplace. Women are role models, prayer warriors, and leaders to many people in their communities and circles. Personally, women have had the greatest impact on my life— their resilience to keep dreaming even though the odds are against them, the tenacity to keep going when it could be easy to quit, the audacity to serve even when not appreciated, the miracle of carrying life and raising children, the power to love, to work, and to enjoy life. The drive to honor and vouch for women should not stop when the month of August ends. It should be an ongoing pursuit… 💛

Today we highlighted three of my favorite women in history for different reasons. Is there a woman that inspires you? Share below. #womenhistorymonth #womenentrepreneurs #womeninbusiness