Top moments when Gender Equality claimed Victory

Gender Equality means both men and women enjoy same rights,opportunities and resources.This does not mean that they both should be treated exactly alike.There should be a concept of free flow and everyone should collaborate with one another irrespective of gender. These are modern times and the stereotypes which are promoted by the societies from the past cannot work now.So to know more about this topic let us look at some instances where both genders played equal roles.

1.During Mexico Earthquake in 2017


When mexico was hit by a massive earthquake which left hundreds dead followed by utter destruction,it was women leadership which came forward through Mexico's women fund named Semilla which has been building a powerful movement of grassroots women’s groups across the country for 25 years. This was a great example of gender equality.

2.Good step for Saudi Women
Although still not fully independent Saudi women have got a little bit of freedom as the country has made reforms in the male guardianship laws related to women. This means that women no longer need men’s permission to make decisions about their maternal health care. Saudi women can now access information about their pregnancy and choose what kind of birth they want to have. Recently a new rule permitting women over the age of 21 to apply for a passport without a male guardian’s consent.


3.Slovakia had its first female President
Zuzana Čaputová, a lawyer and environmental activist became the first woman and youngest person ever to serve as president in Slovakia. A lack of female representation in politics is widespread across the world. UN Women reported as of January 2017 that only 18.3% of government ministers were women.This is definitely a good news for filling the Gender gap in a country like Slovakia.

4.First-ever image of a Black Hole is made possible by scientist Katie Bouman
The world got its first image of a black hole in April, thanks to Katie Bouman, a 29 year-old PhD candidate in the US. Bouman and her team.The image will help revolutionize the understanding of black holes going forward.


These are some of the examples of Gender Equality winning throughout the world.

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