The term ’empowered woman’ has its roots in a feminist movement that is no longer really relevant in today’s society. In fact, the term “feminist” rarely comes up in conversation. ‘Feminist’ evokes images of suffragettes, activists and protesters from the 1940s to 1960s, often dressed in men’s pants and shirts, as they fought for political and social reform on behalf of oppressed women. Her courageous fight for social justice and equality paved the way for future generations of women. And they will always be remembered and honored.

The empowerment of women in law and policy making

The expression ‘Women’s Empowerment’ is the nomenclature used today to refer to gender equality reform, or ‘the stage where both men and women develop their full potential’ (Women’s Empowerment: Measurement of the global gender gap 2005). Over the last thirty years there has been a growing public recognition that empowering women would increase social, economic and political equality. However, progress has been slow as women’s empowerment addresses the very heart of our patriarchal society.

And the statistics are still dismal. According to The Economist, in the Western world, “only 2% of the heads of Fortune 500 companies and five of the FTSE 100 companies are women” and “women make up less than 13% of board members in USA”. . And a 2010 Womenomics survey showed that ‘At the top 101 US companies’, women made up just 15% of executive committee members and just 7%26 at the top 101 European companies. In Asia the figure is only 3%’ More than 50% of S&P 100 companies have no female representation in their highest paid executive positions. And what’s worse, Apple, Intel, Exxon, and Citigroup are among the top American companies that don’t have women on their executive committees.

The most compelling component of the term ‘women’s empowerment’

For millions upon thousands of us, it is the aphorism of women who are discovering and re-igniting their repressed intuitive and inherent feminine values; those values ​​that personify the inner strength we have to survive anything (tragedy, adversity, heartbreak, loss and misfortune). And the power to appreciate, cultivate, nurture, love.

In our teens and 20s, we simply dream of the women we aspire to become, but during our 30s, 40s, and 50s, a pivotal event occurs that triggers our inner feminine values: it could be anything from a “feeling “That we have that there has to be more for life and for us; or realizing that nothing works anymore or it could be a very important nuclear episode that changes life; or a series of moments that add up to an epiphany.

When we recognize and accept that by igniting our feminine values ​​we are capable of overcoming whatever life throws our way, we spontaneously begin the transition to becoming an Empowered Woman.

A transition that is about having the courage to speak up, to make a difference, to explore beyond the limits that we impose on ourselves and those that society establishes. It is about self-love, self-esteem and self-respect; it’s about putting ourselves at the top of our list to be emotionally, intellectually, and physically available to others.

It’s about rising above glass ceilings, not breaking through them. It’s about letting go of our self-imposed restrictions and limitations that keep us mentally chained to the kitchen sink. It is about femininity, inner beauty and personal power. It’s about being a woman.

A key element to successfully becoming an empowered woman is connecting with other women who are on the same path. The Internet has enabled and facilitated connections and is the catalyst that has fueled the widespread ‘women’s empowerment’ movement. Through social networks like LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter and online groups, we can connect instantly, share knowledge and wisdom, teach and learn, support and guide. Through webinars and webcasts, we have the power to connect with thousands of women from all over the world at the same time.