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Empowering Women in Research: Women's Equality Day 2024

WIRe HQ

August 8, 2024

Monday, August 26th is Women's Equality Day: a significant day that honors the trailblazers who have led us towards a more just and equitable world. Women's Equality Day commemorates the historic moment when women were granted the right to vote in the United States. This celebration has now expanded globally, with communities around the world joining in solidarity to continue the fight for gender equality.

Every year, we make it our mission to utilize this holiday to champion equality in our industry and beyond, igniting a spark that encourages others to embrace a culture of equity and balance. We are mindful of the challenges faced by so many this year; layoffs and financial setbacks have disproportionately affected the professional journeys of women in our industry and will undoubtedly have a lasting impact for years to come.

That's why, we've turned our focus toward the heightened need for professional development support from our members. We're currently seeking donations for our WIRe Accelerate scholarship fund, awarding hundreds of women with free access to professional development resources and support since the program's inception.

Contribute $500 to the WIRe Accelerate Scholarship fund and receive a complimentary extra seat to gift to a deserving individual of your choice. Additionally, as a token of our appreciation, donors of $500 or more will be celebrated in a dedicated social media post and recognized on our website for their generous donation. Join us in achieving our goal and empowering women in their careers — it's win-win!

Women's Equality Day Call-to-Action

  • Give to our WIRe Accelerate scholarship campaign and help us deliver more free professional development services to women in need;
  • For every $500 you or your company donate, receive a free seat for an individual of your choosing and a dedicated social media post on Women's Equality Day;
  • Help spread the word by reposting our campaign posts on LinkedIn. We'll also give away one free seat to the program to a random reposter of our Women's Equality Day posts today! (Use #WomeninResearch when reposting to be entered into the giveaway, winner will be announced the following day)

Together, we can "bridge the gap" that keeps women from reaching their professional and personal goals. Let's empower the next generation of Women in Research together!

About the Author

WIRe HQ

WIRe champions diversity in the marketing research industry by arming women with the tools to develop professionally, build connections and stay inspired. We believe in the positive impact of women in business.

Our mission is to advance the contributions and voice of women in research, both for themselves and for the greater good of the industry.

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