28/08/2024
on... how women's equality can help all people 💬
"In my opinion, gender equality is essential not only for women, but for everyone in society.
Studies have shown that a gender-equal society benefits everyone as it makes our communities safer, healthier, and more connected.
As an advocate for gender equality, I deeply believe that education plays a vital role in promoting equal opportunities. When education and gender equality are prioritised, everyone has the chance to improve their lives.
By including women in the workforce, economic productivity is enhanced, which leads to increased employment opportunities, social services, and development for everyone. In my eyes, education is the key to promoting equal opportunities.
When gender equality starts with education, everyone has the opportunity to improve their lives.
Educated women develop the ability to enter the skilled workforce, boosting economic growth.
Furthermore, gender equality ensures equal job opportunities for women, leading to fair compensation. The result is that women are better equipped to provide better healthcare, quality food, and most importantly, better opportunities for their children.
As women’s education level increases, infant mortality rates decrease. Most importantly, educated women raise educated children.
From my perspective, denying women equal rights is not only unjust, but it also denies half of the population the chance to live life to its fullest.
Gender equality benefits us all, and I firmly believe that it is essential to create a safer, healthier, and more connected community."
- Farhana Ismail, Sole Proprietor and Founder of Farhana Ismail Suliman Attorneys and Gawie le Roux Institute of Law alumna
