Take a Break and...Empower Women

Empowering Women

Dear Kindred Spirits,

This week, we celebrate International Women’s Day, highlighting the importance of gender equality and empowerment across the globe.

In every corner of the world, women’s contributions span the breadth of history, enriching the fabric of society with resilience and innovation. This week, we explore the multifaceted roles women play, the challenges they overcome, and the remarkable impact they have on our world.

Yet, our reflection goes beyond celebration. It's a moment to acknowledge the work still needed to dismantle the structures that limit potential, and to foster an environment where every woman can thrive.

This edition is an invitation to engage in the ongoing dialogue about gender equality, to share stories of the women who inspire us, and to commit to actions that support and uplift women in all spheres of life. It's a reminder that the pursuit of equality is not just a women's issue; it's a human issue, requiring the collective effort of all, regardless of gender.

For now, let's Take a Break and acknowledge the strength, grace, and power of women, not just today, but every day.

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Join LionTree’s Aviva Roumani as she sits down with Lisa Borders. In the episode, Lisa shares her life story from being childhood playmates with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s children, to the roles she's held throughout her storied career including President of the WNBA, Vice President of Global Community Affairs at Coca-Cola, and Vice Mayor of Atlanta.

Check out the full interview here, or wherever you enjoy your podcasts

In the News

• No Recession? Thank Women [TIME]

• Impact of women’s sports takes center stage at MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference [Boston Globe]

• A new global gender divide is emerging [FT]

• Wall Street’s DEI Retreat Has Officially Begun [Bloomberg]

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