The International Women’s Day 2018 campaign theme is #PressforProgress.
Individually, we’re one drop but together we’re an ocean. Commit to a “gender parity mindset” via progressive action. Let’s all collaborate to accelerate gender parity, so our collective action powers equality worldwide.
I will #PressforProgress and …
- question any lack of women’s participation
- identify alternatives that are more inclusive
- nominate women for opportunities
- always include and support women
- think “50/50” as the goal
I will #PressforProgress and …
- question assumptions about women
- challenge statements that limit women
- always use inclusive language
- work to remove barriers to women’s progress
- buy from retailers who position women in positive ways
I will #PressforProgress and …
- identify ways to make women more visible
- extend opportunities to women first
- assume women want opportunities until declined
- select women as spokespeople and leaders
- support visible women
I will #PressforProgress and …
- supportively call-out inappropriate behavior
- campaign for equality in meaningful ways
- lead by example via inclusive actions
- be a role model for equality
- actively contribute to changing the status quo
I will #PressforProgress and …
- believe achievement comes in many forms
- value women’s individual and collective success
- ensure credit is given for women’s contributions
- celebrate women role models and their journeys
- support awards showcasing women’s success

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