Empowering yourself and the women around you means taking real steps and being genuinely supportive.

You can start by encouraging the girls in your life to pursue their education and career dreams. This could mean helping with homework, sharing useful resources, or celebrating their achievements to boost their confidence.

At school or at part-time jobs, you can advocate for fair treatment and equal opportunities. Speaking up against unfairness and supporting policies like flexible schedules for students with additional responsibilities is important.

Creating a positive environment where girls feel respected is crucial. Challenging stereotypes and standing up against sexist jokes or comments can make a big difference.

Encouraging your female friends to take on leadership roles, like club presidents or team captains, and celebrating their successes helps build their confidence.

Sharing resources like empowering books, articles, and workshops can also be beneficial. Connecting them with clubs or online communities that offer support and opportunities is another great idea.

Being an ally by listening to the experiences of the girls around you and offering support. Using your social media to amplify their voices and share their stories can be powerful.

Promoting financial independence is important too. Sharing tips on saving money and supporting friends who are starting small businesses by promoting their work is a great way to help.

Getting them involved in community initiatives like volunteering for organisations focused on women’s empowerment can also give them a sense of belonging.

Lastly, you can model respectful behavior, challenge gender norms, and advocate for equality in my everyday actions.

Empowering women is about creating an inclusive environment where they can thrive and reach their full potential.