Women are demanding a strategy that also includes men in parity and egalitarian inclusion. It is necessary to classify violence, quantify it to give it existence, and fight for justice for victims and survivors.
The judicial system has numerous problems related to gender perspective. From how cases are named, in the public ministry for example, serious cases are minimized by saying they are "injuries that heal in 15 or 20 days," when in reality there are indelible scars. It is urgent to stop practices that come from the Middle Ages, such as the stigma against women who practiced herbalism by calling them "witches."
Flor de María González Mariblanca, General Director of ANAFAPYT; Abril Rodriguez, Leader Partner of Diversity and Inclusion at EY Latin America; and Malena Ríos, saxophonist and feminist activist, came together to discuss these issues in a reflective space. In Malena Ríos' words: "Women are so powerful that they want to see us divided since we are born. We are taught to compete, while men tend to support each other."
Sorority, that mutual support among women, must arise from each individual. Recognizing, accepting, and loving oneself is fundamental. It is essential to join efforts to make issues visible, combat violence, have role models, and occupy spaces in all areas, breaking gender stereotypes.
Inclusion policies favor the growth of companies. Establishing gender quotas is based on the premise that there has not been equality of opportunities. Some countries have significantly increased the presence of women on boards of directors thanks to these types of regulations, which is beneficial for society as a whole.
On the occasion of International Women's Day, these three empowered women reflected on feminism, sorority, quotas, and gender violence. One way to generate change is to raise our voices and take advantage of spaces to make visible the realities faced outside.
It is crucial to inform oneself about situations like gaslighting that seek to undermine women's self-esteem. It is urgent to dare to practice sorority and to be united to strengthen the feminist movement and achieve real change in society. Rebellion and empathy are fundamental in the fight against gender violence.
Gender equality is not just a matter of justice; it is also an economic issue. Policies that promote diversity and inclusion generate tangible benefits for companies and for society in general. A genuine commitment to equality is essential, beyond symbolic actions on specific dates.
