The role of women in society has been radically transformed in modern history, there is an increasing general rejection of gender distinctions that limit their full participation as individuals in all work activities and decision-making that determine the future of a nation.
Although the new generations have become a powerful ally in curbing gender discrimination by creating a new global awareness, the participation of women in the labor market compared to that of men continues to be unequal.
In the last 10 years, this trend has had a positive setback, since the economic empowerment of women has generated an increase in productivity within companies, in addition to solidifying corporate reputation, two points that translate into monetary gains . By increasing opportunities for women to reach leadership positions, companies benefit enormously, as it is proven that workspaces where three or more women hold senior executive functions perform higher in all organizational aspects.
According to studies carried out in OECD (Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development) countries, the increase in the participation of women in the workforce produces faster economic growth in nations. These two points indicate the micro and macroeconomic importance of fair labor inclusion policies.
The list of women who have changed the course of human history is enormous and, however, many of them remain unknown, therefore, recognizing their work is a way of insisting on the need to give them the place they deserve as protagonists in the progress of humanity.
Here we tell you about three women of great relevance in different professional fields, get to know them and get inspired!
Bee Yin Yeo (Malaysia)
After completing a master's degree in advanced chemical engineering at the University of Cambridge in the UK, in 2013 he returned to his native country to join politics as a member of the state legislature. Five years later, Yeo was appointed Minister of Energy, Science, Technology, Environment and Climate Change. Among its most relevant actions so far, it has been to announce an increase in renewable energy targets from 2% to 20% for 2030, in addition to establishing a national ban on the importation of plastic waste.
Diana Bolaños (Colombia)
Dr. Bolaños is a renowned Colombian marine biologist and professor at the University of Cartagena. In 2012, she was chosen as Biologist of the Year in Colombia, and in 2010, she won a UNESCO grant to carry out a study on the regeneration of human tissues from polycloned flatworms. At present, his work represents a great advance in the development and understanding of the mechanisms of action of stem cells.
Nadia Murad (Iraq)
She was the winner of the Nobel Peace Prize in 2018 for her efforts to eradicate sexual violence as a weapon during wars and armed conflicts, in addition, she is a UN Goodwill Ambassador and fights for the protection of victims of trafficking in persons. She is currently the spokesperson for the Yazidi community in her country, and her main objective is to get European countries to welcome the displaced belonging to this religious group.
Every day the whole world is transformed by women who have decided to transcend the social limitations that still persist, and their courage and effort should not go unnoticed. Acknowledging their triumphs and supporting their struggle is a job that belongs to all of us.
