Readers, I present to you...
Natalie Tran.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6AOuUQWfDXQ&feature=related
You know you're a crocker.
Discuss Women's rights
Friday, December 10, 2010
Make 'em laugh.
Just a quick tribute post to one of the inspiring women out there.
Readers, I present to you...
Natalie Tran.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6AOuUQWfDXQ&feature=related
You know you're a crocker.
Discuss Women's rights
Readers, I present to you...
Natalie Tran.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6AOuUQWfDXQ&feature=related
You know you're a crocker.
Discuss Women's rights
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
NOW.
Today, I wanted to discuss an institution that is very close to my heart.
The National Organization for Women, or NOW, was founded in 1966, on the premise that women should be "into full participation in the mainstream of American society now, exercising all privileges and responsibilities thereof in truly equal partnership with men."
In its modern form, NOW acts not only as a means of ensuring equal rights for women in the workplace and society, but as an organization that stands against all oppression, fighting against not only sexism, but homophobia and racism.
NOW's largest issues range from the right to abortion to promoting diversity.
Now, I know what you're thinking. Just another website/foundation for women to complain on, right?
What sets NOW apart from many other organizations is that it is not simply an organization that "talks." It "walks."
NOW has meetings. Local organizations. And most importantly, a means to get involved.
All you have to do is enter your zip code.
Enter your zip code and the site will tell you exactly who your representatives in Washington are. Enter your zip code, and you are able to submit a letter or an email about an issue to someone who can fight for you. Five seconds, and you can make a difference.
No annoying emails. No fees. Just action.
Discuss Women's rights
The National Organization for Women, or NOW, was founded in 1966, on the premise that women should be "into full participation in the mainstream of American society now, exercising all privileges and responsibilities thereof in truly equal partnership with men."
In its modern form, NOW acts not only as a means of ensuring equal rights for women in the workplace and society, but as an organization that stands against all oppression, fighting against not only sexism, but homophobia and racism.
NOW's largest issues range from the right to abortion to promoting diversity.
Now, I know what you're thinking. Just another website/foundation for women to complain on, right?
What sets NOW apart from many other organizations is that it is not simply an organization that "talks." It "walks."
NOW has meetings. Local organizations. And most importantly, a means to get involved.
All you have to do is enter your zip code.
Enter your zip code and the site will tell you exactly who your representatives in Washington are. Enter your zip code, and you are able to submit a letter or an email about an issue to someone who can fight for you. Five seconds, and you can make a difference.
No annoying emails. No fees. Just action.
Discuss Women's rights
Friday, December 3, 2010
Inspirational Quote of the Day
Men are irrelevant. Women are happy or unhappy, fulfilled or unfulfilled, and it has nothing to do with men. ~Fay Weldon
In today's day and age, women have more possibilities than we have ever had before. We can vote, hold office, make just as much money as our male counterparts, and be just as successful.
Yet the world is still full of stereotypes that weigh us down.
It is still weird for a girl to want to study physics and math instead. It is still weird for a girl to want to become a CEO. A man feels threatened if his wife or girlfriend earns more money than him, or owns her own apartment, or has a better education. Yet a woman is not allowed to express that she might feel the same threat if the situation was reversed.
As a gender, we may be equal in the practical sense, but we are still unequal in the emotional sense.
The woman's movement of the 60s resulted in massive change - the right to abortion, equal pay and suffrage. It was a movement of thousands of women, who were impassioned and inspired to make a change.
So why has this passion dwindled?
A wise person once said that "The most potent weapon in the hands of the oppressor is the mind of the oppressed." Women are now just as educated and successful as men. Why do we not rise up and fight against stereotypes? Why are we content to just sit back, and not strive for the changes we seek?
Our mind is the best mechanism we have to initiate change. Why don't we use it?
Yet the world is still full of stereotypes that weigh us down.
It is still weird for a girl to want to study physics and math instead. It is still weird for a girl to want to become a CEO. A man feels threatened if his wife or girlfriend earns more money than him, or owns her own apartment, or has a better education. Yet a woman is not allowed to express that she might feel the same threat if the situation was reversed.
As a gender, we may be equal in the practical sense, but we are still unequal in the emotional sense.
The woman's movement of the 60s resulted in massive change - the right to abortion, equal pay and suffrage. It was a movement of thousands of women, who were impassioned and inspired to make a change.
So why has this passion dwindled?
A wise person once said that "The most potent weapon in the hands of the oppressor is the mind of the oppressed." Women are now just as educated and successful as men. Why do we not rise up and fight against stereotypes? Why are we content to just sit back, and not strive for the changes we seek?
Our mind is the best mechanism we have to initiate change. Why don't we use it?
Interview with an Inspiring Woman
Profile:
Name: Sara Ljeskovac
Age: 18
Location: Langnau, Switzerland
Sara, to put it simply, is brilliant. Anyone who can draw a virtually life-like portrait of someone in the space of ten minutes extends beyond the realm of average – at least in my opinion.
Sara’s art inspires me not only because of how beautiful it is, but also because it covers a wide array of topics that are important in the world today – animal cruelty, nature and pollution to name a few. Her art is a medium for getting important messages out into the world, and in so doing, she both inspires and calls attention.
I am more than confident that ten years from now, Sara will be paving the way for female artists everywhere.
So Sara, what inspires you?
The world around me, and other amazing artists – and music.
Any examples you could give me?
Sure. Nature…I like any music but classical music is great to draw to.
Does classical music inspire your art?
Yes. It makes my art more dramatic – I tend to use bold colors.
Do you think you are inspiring?
No. A million people are better out there than me.
But that’s not true! You don’t think that anyone could be inspired by your work or take something from it?
I want people to like my work and think about it – but I never considered the fact that it might inspire anybody. But if it does, that’s great! Hopefully I’ll get more people involved in art.
Do you think that art can be inspiring though?
Yes, I think that some paintings have made people question their actions – like historical paintings. The slave ship by William Turner or Olympia. IT made people question gender difference and the role of nudity in art and society.
Do you think or hope that maybe one day, your art could inspire a large group of people? Say if you were to become a famous artiste.
It depends. You have to find the audience that appreciates your work. Maybe if I’m in the right place. I’m not really out for fame – I would just like to keep on producing art that has meaning and depth to me as a person.
Any women you know that inspire you and what you do?
Sure. Throughout history, women had kind of a difficult place in society, so any female artists that have striven to produce work are inspirational. And also I guess in literature, like J.K. Rowling who continued to do what she loved even though she was poor and in a difficult life situation. She still continued to do what she loved. All the girls who come into art class during their free periods at school – and not because they have to but because they want to – it’s nice to see them give up their free time to do something that means a lot to them and that they enjoy doing.
Any last words?
Communication is good, and art is my communication. KEEP DRAWING!
Name: Sara Ljeskovac
Age: 18
Location: Langnau, Switzerland
Sara, to put it simply, is brilliant. Anyone who can draw a virtually life-like portrait of someone in the space of ten minutes extends beyond the realm of average – at least in my opinion.
Sara’s art inspires me not only because of how beautiful it is, but also because it covers a wide array of topics that are important in the world today – animal cruelty, nature and pollution to name a few. Her art is a medium for getting important messages out into the world, and in so doing, she both inspires and calls attention.
I am more than confident that ten years from now, Sara will be paving the way for female artists everywhere.
So Sara, what inspires you?
The world around me, and other amazing artists – and music.
Any examples you could give me?
Sure. Nature…I like any music but classical music is great to draw to.
Does classical music inspire your art?
Yes. It makes my art more dramatic – I tend to use bold colors.
Do you think you are inspiring?
No. A million people are better out there than me.
But that’s not true! You don’t think that anyone could be inspired by your work or take something from it?
I want people to like my work and think about it – but I never considered the fact that it might inspire anybody. But if it does, that’s great! Hopefully I’ll get more people involved in art.
Do you think that art can be inspiring though?
Yes, I think that some paintings have made people question their actions – like historical paintings. The slave ship by William Turner or Olympia. IT made people question gender difference and the role of nudity in art and society.
Do you think or hope that maybe one day, your art could inspire a large group of people? Say if you were to become a famous artiste.
It depends. You have to find the audience that appreciates your work. Maybe if I’m in the right place. I’m not really out for fame – I would just like to keep on producing art that has meaning and depth to me as a person.
Any women you know that inspire you and what you do?
Sure. Throughout history, women had kind of a difficult place in society, so any female artists that have striven to produce work are inspirational. And also I guess in literature, like J.K. Rowling who continued to do what she loved even though she was poor and in a difficult life situation. She still continued to do what she loved. All the girls who come into art class during their free periods at school – and not because they have to but because they want to – it’s nice to see them give up their free time to do something that means a lot to them and that they enjoy doing.
Any last words?
Communication is good, and art is my communication. KEEP DRAWING!
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Welcome to the World of Women.
Hi, thanks for checking out my blog.
My name is Lucea and the purpose of this blog is one that is very important to me - inspiring young women. Over the next few weeks, I will attempt to get the word out that women are inspired and inspiring, and that it is a lot easier than you think to do something in the world today.
My posts may take the form of essays, interviews or videos, and any feedback or commentary on topics you might like me to cover are welcome.
Watch this space!
Lu
My name is Lucea and the purpose of this blog is one that is very important to me - inspiring young women. Over the next few weeks, I will attempt to get the word out that women are inspired and inspiring, and that it is a lot easier than you think to do something in the world today.
My posts may take the form of essays, interviews or videos, and any feedback or commentary on topics you might like me to cover are welcome.
Watch this space!
Lu
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