Women Leading the Way in UN Sustainable Development, Unencumbered Access
In the latest edition of FM Women, a magazine dedicated to profiling South Africans who are making a difference, the focus is on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the role of women in achieving them. The approach of this year's edition is to build a more equitable, sustainable world through a gender lens.
The magazine champions real change, not performative gestures, but purposeful action. It is evident that economies and policies should reflect the realities of women's lives, not just the metrics of progress. Research and lived experience suggest that when women are active decision-makers and equal partners in policy, business, and community, development outcomes improve.
Progress towards the SDGs may be hindered unless women are not only included but also empowered to lead. In South Africa, there have been gains in terms of women's representation in boardrooms, parliament, science, and entrepreneurship. However, many women are still invited to decision-making tables merely to fill a quota, not to shape the agenda.
The magazine emphasizes the importance of purposeful action for real change. Many leaders in this edition are swapping traditional corporate roles for running their own businesses that align with their values. Retirees are stepping up instead of stepping back, signaling a rejection of outdated expectations and a new confidence in womanhood.
True transformation demands that we value what women bring because of their difference, not despite it. When women are empowered, they are not just part of the solution, but they are the drivers of it. This edition of FM Women profiles South Africans who are making their mark and lifting others.
The magazine also highlights the need for more inclusive systems that support women to thrive. Applying a gender lens is essential for building a more equitable, sustainable world. The SDGs aim to address challenges such as poverty, inequality, education, and climate action. The leaders featured in this edition prioritize empathy alongside efficiency, demonstrating that progress can be achieved while prioritizing the well-being of all.
In conclusion, the latest edition of FM Women magazine provides inspiring stories of South Africans who are making a difference and working towards a more equitable, sustainable world. It serves as a reminder that purposeful action and a gender lens are crucial for achieving the SDGs and creating a world where women are truly empowered to lead and shape the future.
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