“The future of democracy is written not only in ballots, but in the courage of women who refuse silence.” As the world marks the International Day of Democracy 2025 under the theme “From Voice to Action,” one truth rings clear: the story of democracy is incomplete without women. For generations, women across continents have pushed against barriers of exclusion, prejudice, and systemic silencing. Today, their presence as presidents, prime ministers, ministers, and grassroots organizers is not just symbolic, it is the oxygen that sustains inclusive governance. From Struggles to Seats of Power The journey has not been easy. Democracy has never been gender-neutral. For centuries, women were denied the most basic democratic right, the vote. When suffragists in the United States, United Kingdom, and beyond took to the streets in the early 20th century, they were dismissed, mocked, and jailed. In many countries, it took until the late 20th or…
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At 7:30 a.m., Jennifer Locus is on her laptop, leading a video call with colleagues across three continents. By 8:00 a.m., she’s negotiating with…
“We needed to be assertive as women in those days—assertive and aggressive—and the degree to which we had to be that way depended on…
“I am honoured to step into this role at this pivotal time,” Clara B. Arthur said with the quiet confidence of a woman who…
NEW YORK, USA — In a world rapidly redefining power and progress, the Global Power Women Conference (GPWC) 2025 emerges as the flagship platform…
In a bold and transformative step toward deepening financial inclusion in Africa, Visa has appointed Aminata Kane Ndiaye as Senior Vice President and Head of…
In parliaments across the globe, from the marble halls of Europe to the grassroots chambers of Asia, Latin America, and the Pacific, something quietly…
London, United Kingdom – [April 2025] – At the prestigious 2025 Global Power Women Awards (GPW Awards) held in London, Shazia Azim, Partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)…
“We must reimagine a world free of malaria—where no mother dies giving life and no child loses life to a mosquito bite.” — Dr. Matshidiso Moeti,…
“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” — Eleanor Roosevelt As we observe International Girls in ICT Day…