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By now, odds are you have been exposed to the buzz surrounding International Women’s Day (IWD) #IWD2016. Media, brands, public figures and even personal social media connections are actively posting interesting content from global women pioneers of the past to sharing stories about inspirational young local leaders of tomorrow and calling on leaders to make gender equality a priority.
Some buzz-worthy highlights from the day include:
The google doodle celebrating the next generation of Doodle-worthy women—the engineers, educators, leaders, movers and shakers of tomorrow.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau making the announcement that the Canadian banknote will feature a woman.
I'm pleased to announce that the next new Canadian banknote will feature a woman. Who will it be? That’s up to you: https://t.co/BJcQl5YdMm
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) March 8, 2016
Microsoft showing that not all things are “man-made” by asking young girls if they can name female inventors
Can you name any women inventors? We asked girls who love science this question. #IWD2016 #MakeWhatsNexthttps://t.co/M0EMX00OXx
— Microsoft (@Microsoft) March 7, 2016
Justin Trudeau’s Twitter account featuring videos of female Cabinet ministers and why they're working to make the #PledgeForParity a reality.
It’s #IWD2016! Today, our Cabinet ministers take over this account & explain why they're working to make the #PledgeForParity a reality.
— Diane Lebouthillier (@JustinTrudeau) March 8, 2016
The innovative STEM fields need more women! We're working hard to help make that happen. @KirstyDuncanMP #IWD2016https://t.co/UAuF1b7zLw
— Diane Lebouthillier (@JustinTrudeau) March 8, 2016
Our team celebrated International Women’s Day locally, as we attended the 5th annual WRSBC International Women's Day event, where instead of one keynote speaker, attendees heard from four local women and their stories celebrating mentorship.
The theme of Celebrating Mentorship allowed the speakers to showcase their professional journey as a leader within their industry and how mentorship has affected their life.
The speakers included:
Here are the Tweet-lights of event:
Happy #IWD2016! Celebrating with @SmallBizWRSBC at a fantastic event celebrating women in business #iwdwr pic.twitter.com/812LRyi3x4
— FuturpreneurON (@FuturpreneurON) March 8, 2016
It's a full house at City Hall today! 4 inspiring women discussing their journey with mentorship #IWDWR #SmallBiz pic.twitter.com/AdPj7rawL0
— Waterloo Region SBC (@SmallBizWRSBC) March 8, 2016
Kitchener Mayor @berryonline gives welcome address for #InternationalWomensDay @SmallBizWRSBC @KWAwesome pic.twitter.com/lJWiqRw8HN
— Rob Clement (@clement_rob) March 8, 2016
Words of wisdom from the authentic boss woman @annetdonahue - "Self doubt is poisonous to your work" #iwdwr pic.twitter.com/vF6EfvYRUl
— pepper & lemon (@pepandlem) March 8, 2016
Mentorship is a way we should live our lives. Lead by example & grow. #iwdwr @annetdonahue @SmallBizWRSBC pic.twitter.com/onri2Qjlr4
— Heather Perry (@HeatherP719) March 8, 2016
@plum_io @caitmacgregor @SmallBizWRSBC #IWDWR "Ask what is the best decision for the business" pic.twitter.com/28nmUmUArL
— Dave Schnider (@DaveSchniderKW) March 8, 2016
Hearing from @caitmacgregor and her journey as an entrepreneur! Feeling so inspired. #IWDWR #KWawesome pic.twitter.com/Fns8ZALhhv
— 100WomenWhoCare (@100WomenKCW) March 8, 2016
@Workingcentre Stephanie Mancini @SmallBizWRSBC #IWDWR"Mentorship allows 4 surprises, opens new ways 2 see the world pic.twitter.com/4fv6VN7svu
— Dave Schnider (@DaveSchniderKW) March 8, 2016
A mutually agreeable surprise. A great way to think of the end goal in a project. Stephanie Mancini of The Working Centre. #IWDWR
— IMCatConestoga (@IMCatConestoga) March 8, 2016
Stephanie Mancini taking about common work, breaking barriers, and collegial, meaningful relationships #IWDWR @Workingcentre #IWD2016
— Samantha Estoesta (@smoestoe) March 8, 2016
Dr Shohini Ghose: Good mentor is Yoda. #FindYourOwnYoda #IWDWR pic.twitter.com/a56mdPLckP
— Riani de Wet (@Riani_de_Wet) March 8, 2016
Shohini Ghose on the incredible lessons on (Wo)mentorship from Star Wars! #IWDWR look for your Yoda, people.
— Hilary Abel (@angrycelery) March 8, 2016
