Empowering Women: Beyond Commercialism on International Women's Day
Explore the true meaning of International Women's Day, beyond corporate marketing ploys, as we unpack the complex issues of misogyny, Christian nationalism, and the ongoing fight for gender equality.
In the wake of International Women's Day, it's easy to get caught up in the commercial frenzy of companies trying to cash in on the occasion. But as Zoe Williams rightly points out, there are far more pressing issues to address – the pervasive problems of misogyny and Christian nationalism that continue to hinder progress for women.
While the deluge of emails and promotions from various brands might seem like a trivial matter, it reveals a deeper disconnect between the true spirit of IWD and the realities that women still face on a daily basis. As Williams muses,
Source: The Guardian
