“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, 'Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, and fabulous?’ Who are you not to be? ….. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. …… And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.” Marianne Williamson
At Aspirall we are proud to be a women-led organisation guided by a female CEO and an exceptional team of women and men who drive our mission forward every day. International Women’s Day is not only a celebration of achievements but also a reminder of the path we have forged and the unchartered terrain ahead.
Women and men, feminine and masculine together embody the essence of nature’s power. Throughout our magnificent world, nature continually reminds us that everything is needed and called for as foundations of growth: harmony and difference, light and dark, big and small, young and old; and everything in between. As we honour women on this day, we also call forward all other powerful aspects of what makes up the fabric of humanity.
We can find stories of strength in women from the ancient world; adorned and adored Egyptian Queens, fearless female warriors of the Amazon and rulers of ancient dynasties. Women have always played an integral role in shaping our world. Like the gravitational pull that holds galaxies together, women across generations have connected societies, nurtured innovation and forged progress through wisdom, strength and determination. All of this whilst beholding the preciousness of life within the awe-inspiring miracle of the feminine.
Standing on the shoulders of these giants throughout history, we, as a society, have built an ever-growing respect of these figures of strength - guiding us as we stand forward and redefine what it means to be a woman in the new world.
At Aspirall, we believe in fostering an environment where we all thrive for our unique and powerful talents, ways and differences. Through leadership and advocacy, we champion the idea that when people (women and men) rise, society rises with them. As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we honour the pioneers who paved the way and commit to empowering the next generation of female leaders.
Today, let us celebrate not just how far we have come but also the limitless potential ahead. Here’s to women, past, present and future, who continue to shape the world, just as the stars shape the cosmos.
International Women's Day is a significant opportunity for organisations to reflect on their strategic approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to reinforce conscious leadership practices. We invite you to consider the following steps to explore how you can increase your impact on advancing equity within your organisation, teams, and community, transforming awareness into action among industry leaders.
Long-Term Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment:
IWD serves as a reminder that gender equity is an ongoing strategic priority and a catalyst for sustained progress. Lasting impact comes from continuous, meaningful efforts that drive real change throughout the year
Workplace Policies and Culture:
Ensuring organisations evaluate policies around pay equity, parental leave, representation, flexibility and values
Talent Attraction and Retention:
A strong equity strategy helps attract top talent, particularly from younger generations who prioritise inclusivity
Women-focused Investment Strategies:
Being at the forefront of offering gender-led investment funds to develop and lift women in our organisations
Leadership Buy-in:
True equity requires visible commitment from leadership at all levels. When leaders actively champion inclusivity, they help create meaningful change
If you're looking to embed conscious leadership and deep transformation into your organisation’s strategy, connect with us at Aspirall for a strategic consultation. Let’s build a future of purpose-driven leadership together.
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