2. Why does promoting gender equality and
empowering women resonate with me?
• I am a women who has experienced gender inequality.
• I have been put down because of my gender.
• Women are often seen as people who are uneducated and emotional.
• Rape culture is prominent in American society.
3. How can promoting gender equality and
empowering women be done locally?
• By improving women’s health by providing affordable or free contraception.
• By speaking up against violence against women.
• By promoting women leadership in traditionally male dominated fields.
• By providing education to women and promoting the idea that a women’s place is
not limited to the home.
• By having equal wages between men and women.
• By voting for women candidates.
4. Where can I make the greatest
contribution?
• On campus.
• At my workplace.
• At home.
• Setting an example in public spaces.
• Volunteering at women’s shelters.
• Being an advocate.
5. Using social media to promote gender
equality and empower women.
• Promoting online campaigns such as “#metoo”
• Platforms that allow speaking out against violence against women.
• Defending women from sexual harassment.