‘Looking back, moving forward’. This statement could not be more
true. For centuries women have been downgraded by society. People say that a women’s
hand is behind every man success. Personally, I have find that to be extremely
degrading. Women are not helpers who hide in the shadows. They are as strong as
they want to be. Throughout history women have defied the rules of society and
proved our worth. There is no better way to celebrate international women’s day
but by honoring the smartest and bravest women’s who have carved the paths for
success. They have stood up the man and defied every speculation.
Amelia Earhart was the first women pilot to fly across the Atlantic
Ocean. With a dream that truly reached the sky she succeeded where no man
could. Her bravery and passion led her to become the greatest female aviator in
history. Amelia was born on July 24, 1897 in Atchison, Kansas. In 1923,
Earhart, fondly known as "Lady Lindy," became the 16th woman to be
issued a pilot's license. She had several notable flights, becoming the first
woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean in 1928, as well as the first person to
fly over both the Atlantic and Pacific. In 1937, she mysteriously disappeared
while trying to circumnavigate the globe from the equator. Earhart was legally
declared dead in 1939.
As a child I ember being fascinated by the wildlife. I was
often scared by the anger they posed. Jane Goodall all but proved me wrong.
Jane Goodall created one of the most trailblazing studies of primates in modern
times when she dwelled with Tanzanian chimps to observe their behavior. Born on
April 3, 1934, in London, England, Jane Goodall set out to Tanzania to study
wild chimpanzees by sitting amongst them, bypassing more rigid procedures and uncovering
discoveries about primate behavior that have continued to shape scientific
discourse. Jane was named a Messenger of Peace by the United Nations in 2002
and a Dame of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth II of England in 2003.
Women have shaped history but so have children. The finest example
of this is Malala Yousafzai. Malala was born on July 12, 1997, in Mingora,
Pakistan. As a child, she became an advocate for girls' education, which
resulted in the Taliban issuing a death threat against her. On October 9, 2012,
a gunman shot Malala when she was traveling home from school. She survived, and
has continued to speak out on the importance of education. She was nominated
for a Nobel Peace Prize 2014and won, becoming the youngest person to receive the
Nobel Peace Prize.
I have always admired some people’s passion and dedication
to their work. Simone Biles is definitely one of those people. Simone Biles was
too young to qualify for the 2012 Olympics, but the 4-foot-9 gymnast has
completely dominated her sport since her senior debut in 2013. Not only is she
the first female gymnast since 1974 to win four consecutive all-around titles
at the U.S. national championships, but she’s also the first woman ever to be
the all-around world champion three years in a row. Her passion for her sport
is her best quality.
There have been so many amazing women that it is impossible
to honor them all. But they are in our hearts and mind. We are all special and
all of us have the capability to shine. These icons inspire us every day to
aspire bit and shine even brighter. Not only have they carved the way to a
brighter future for all women but have also gained our deepest respect. On
International women’s day, I would just like commemorate and congratulate each
and every one of them.
By: Tarsha Swami
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