We live in a world where women are marginalized. Hierarchical cultures and chauvinistic mindsets are the normal way of life for most of the world. Although some more developed countries are leading the way towards the valuing of women, there is much to be done and women are oppressed and treated unfairly in every nation in the world.
There are so many needs that should be addressed for the sake of women: the unethical treatment of disabled women, female infanticide, child brides, girl soldiers, honor killings and the plight of widows, to name a few. However, I believe the top five needs, worldwide, are equal employment for women, equal education for women, prevention of domestic violence towards women, prevention of high maternal mortality rates and finally, prevention of slavery and sex trafficking.
I chose these five needs as the top five because in my research I found these to be the most widespread. Not only that, but these are top five issues that I believe continue to hold women in the pattern of oppression and reinforce negative perceptions of women. If we can begin to meet these five needs, we will not only be making a huge difference in the lives of individual women, but also fighting on the front lines against the idea that women are not valuable.
I will be posting on each of these issues, research that I have done as well as information on how we can help. Please, feel free to share your thoughts on these posts, and especially any information you may have on people or organizations that are helping meet these needs. Thank you!
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