Let’s focus on Mental Health this International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day is a day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women around the world. It is a day to recognize the progress that has been made in the fight for gender equality and to recognize the work that still needs to be done.For many countries , this is a national holiday. This year, International Women’s Day is especially important as it marks the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment, which granted women the right to vote in the United States.
This year, the focus is on Embracing Equality which the visual is a self-hug. For me, I am particularly focused on the mental health of women and girls. Mental health is an important issue that affects all of us, but women and girls are particularly vulnerable. Women are more likely to experience depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues than men. Women are also more likely to experience trauma, abuse, and violence, which can have a significant impact on their mental health.
This International Women’s Day, I am committed to raising awareness about the importance of mental health for women and girls. I am also committed to advocating for increased access to quality mental health care for women and girls. I believe that by increasing awareness and access to care, we can help to ensure that all women and girls have the opportunity to live healthy and fulfilling lives.
On this International Women’s Day, I am also celebrating my mom’s birthday. My mom has been a strong advocate for women’s rights and mental health throughout her life. She has been a source of strength and support for me and for countless other women and girls. I am so grateful for her and for all of the women who have fought for gender equality and mental health.
This International Women’s Day, I am celebrating my mom’s birthday and the progress that has been made in the fight for gender equality and mental health. I am also committed to continuing to raise awareness and advocate for increased access to quality mental health care for women and girls. Together, we can make a difference and ensure that all women and girls have the opportunity to live healthy and fulfilling lives.
Check out our instagram account on how you can focus on your mental health this March and empower the women or girl in your life to #embraceequality.