Ever feel that warm fuzzy feeling knowing you made a difference? ✨ Yeah, that's a good one. Donating to a badass charity can make you feel just that, and when incredible women are at the helm, it's even more powerfully awesome!
This post is all about five phenomenal women's charities doing amazing things for the world. Each one tackles a different issue, but they all share the same fire and passion for making a positive impact.
Why it Matters
Well hello there, and Happy International Women's Day!
Today, March 8th, marks International Women's Day, a day to celebrate the incredible women in our lives and around the world. But honestly, celebrating women shouldn't be confined to just one day!
We're talking about 3.8 BILLION phenomenal women (that's a whole lotta awesome!), and many of them have faced unequal treatment, sexism, and downright injustice simply because they are ... women. It's important to acknowledge that and to shower them with love and respect (alongside everyone who believes in equal rights for ALL - we see you, amazing allies!).
I feel incredibly grateful to be a woman living in this time and place, in a society that allows me to thrive. But let's not forget the amazing women (and men!) from history who paved the way for us, some even making unimaginable sacrifices (like Emily Davison, a British suffragette and a true trailblazer for women's rights who gave her life for the cause).
While we've come a long way, there's still a journey ahead to achieve true equality in everyday life. Even here, in my home country of Germany, the official government's website states (and I quote!), "legal equality between women and men has been achieved. We are still working on actual, everyday equality" (translated by me).
And let's face it, this isn't just a Germany thing. Many countries haven't even achieved legal equality yet.
That's why the United Nations recognizes gender equality as a fundamental goal (Goal 5), alongside 16 others, in their 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
To be clear: achieving women's equality isn't just about checking off a box—it's the cornerstone of inclusive, sustainable development. In short, every single one of the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals hinges on the success of Goal 5: "Women's equality and empowerment is one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals, but also integral to all dimensions of inclusive and sustainable development. In short, all the SDGs depend on the achievement of Goal 5."
5 Women's Charities
Today, I'm shining a light on five incredible women's charities that are changing the game EVERY. SINGLE. DAY.
These are charitable organizations either founded and/or run by fierce females who are making waves in their fields, and yes, you can lend a helping hand, no matter how big or small your donation!
- Women for Women International
Supporting women traumatized by war so that they can rebuild their lives. - International Women's Media Foundation
NGO providing safety training and support for women journalists worldwide. - The Centre for Feminist Foreign Policy
International research, advocacy, and consulting organization with a mission to overcome patriarchy in foreign policy (because it's way past due!). - 1 Million Women
Environmental warriors are leading the charge in protecting our planet. - Akashinga
Africa's first all-female anti-poaching unit.
If you're able and willing, I invite you to join me in supporting these incredible organizations. Together, we can make a world of difference!
BONUS Recs
I'd also like to give a shoutout to UN Women, the United Nations' arm dedicated to championing gender equality and empowering women worldwide.
They offer various donation avenues, including support for Ukrainian women and girls impacted by conflict and assistance for Indian women navigating the challenges of the COVID-19 crisis.
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So, let's use this day not just to celebrate, but to spark conversations, support amazing initiatives, and commit to creating a world where every woman feels valued, empowered, and free to reach their full potential!
What are you doing to celebrate women today?
What other women's charities do you know?
Share your thoughts in the comments below! I'd love to hear them.
Wishing you kindness and planty of opportunities to do good,
Ramona
Psst ... You'll like the Spring's LUCKY CHARM Trinket and Why MARRY ME Recipe Titles Suck.
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(Image at the beginning of the post by That's Her Business via Unsplash)
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