March 8th – International Women’s Day – arrived with a flurry of celebrations. Corporate panels and social media posts about women’s empowerment flooded the inbox. Organisations reiterated and pledged inclusivity, leaders highlighted gender equality, and heartfelt tributes were paid to the power and contribution of women in various spheres of life. Then, just as quickly, the energy started fading. We have been celebrating this powerful day and concept for over a century, and we have moved the needle a bit, but much more is desired. From a perspective, there has been not much of a shift in behaviour, habits, or societal expectations, the reality of women’s struggles—at work, in relationships, and in leadership. It remains largely unchanged.
Women’s Day is a sad reminder that real change demands more than a once-a-year acknowledgment- it needs to get into evolutionary mindset and daily habits.
Women continue to break barriers across industries, redefining success on their own terms. They are contributing to strategic planning and leading social movements. Defying traditional norms and driving change while balancing home and ambition. Women know that success isn’t about fitting into a male-dominated world but is about changing the world itself.
Beyond Corporate Initiatives: The Role of Relationships
While professional achievements make headlines, we must realise that the support systems in a woman’s personal life contribute greatly to her success. Encouraging women to chase ambitions isn’t just a workplace initiative—it’s a mindset shift that must happen at home, in families, and among friends.
Men who champion women in the workplace should do the same in their personal circles.
A husband celebrating Women’s Day in the office should ensure he supports his partner’s ambitions at home.
A father who encourages gender balance at work should raise his daughter with the same belief.
Women must uplift each other; mentorship, collaboration, and support go beyond competition.
Women’s Day: A Reminder, Not a One-Day Affair
The conversations, the promises, the speeches—all of them should outlast the date. We should stop discussing change once a year. If diversity matters, it should be ingrained in hiring policies. If safety is a concern, it should be a daily priority. If respect is a goal, it should be reflected in everyday interactions.
The need for empowerment doesn’t evaporate after Women’s Day. Promotions, equal pay, leadership opportunities, and safe work environments should not be conditional on a date on the calendar. It’s time to move beyond token gestures and into sustained action
If the brands really care and want to help the cause and make a visible change, instead of nudging on Women’s Day, they must engage in the activity and influence their audience throughout the year.
We should make Women’s Day more than a date. Make it a habit.
Every day, ask yourself: are you still honouring the commitments made on Women’s Day? Or has it already faded like last year’s Holi hues? Colour your life and the life of women around you with empowerment, equality, inclusion and justified opportunities.
Let’s make Women’s Day more than just a date. Let’s make it a habit.
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