The women who shape our lives

Today is International Women’s Day, a day that commemorates women’s fight for equality and liberation within the broader women’s rights movement. It brings focus to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and violence and abuse against women. When I think about this day, my mind goes in a million directions.

I think about the women who have influenced my life. My mum showed me that a woman can be a strong mother and partner while also pursuing a career she loves and that fulfills her.

I think of my daughter Kiera and how she amazes me every day. My greatest hope is that she will go even further than I ever did. As a mother, that is everything I could wish for.

I reflect on my female mentors. Women who broke through glass ceilings, crossed continents, pursued their purpose, and led with compassion, integrity, and authenticity.

I think of the brave women who survived trafficking and who now walk beside others on the path to freedom.

I think of the women around the world still fighting for their freedom, their safety, and their voice.

And I think of the women who have not yet fully seen their own strength, and how they will soar when they do.

Today and every day, may we celebrate what we have achieved.
Dream boldly about what is still possible.
Give ourselves grace.
Rest. Imagine.
Honour our strengths. Celebrate every win.
And never forget the magic we carry.

Happy International Women’s Day.

With gratitude for the women before us, beside us, and still rising,

Tamara