1. Why do you want to attend the IDG?
International Day of the Girl has always held great importance in my life. I believe that advocacy for gender inequality is one of the most essential topics people should be fighting for. Ever since I became aware of the IDG, I have wanted to attend this special event. I view these few days at the UN as the pinnacle of fighting against gender inequality because of the amount of people it attracts, especially experts and extreme advocates for this great cause. As a passionate feminist, I have always wanted to be a part of the group of people who meet on these very special days in hopes that I can positively contribute to this movement.
2. What does the “Because I am a Girl” movement mean to you?
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Personally, I feel that when men speak out about gender inequality, it is seen as very powerful because they are standing against some oppressors who are of the same gender as them. In addition, as more males start to advocate for this issue, more and more males will join the movement, and hopefully that will result in all people reaching gender equality. Studies from the Association of Physiological Science show that men want better futures for their daughters, so that pushed them to become advocates for this cause. Also, through support for gender equality, men will no longer have to feel embarrassment for wanting to become a nurse, stay-at-home dad, or any other stereotypical female role.
9. How will you prepare for the IDG?
For me, research is the most important thing to do when preparing for the IDG. Without sufficient knowledge on a topic, there is no way that it can be properly spoken about, so I will engage in great research to add to my current knowledge of gender inequality. Also, I will run through what I hope to expect at the IDG and come up with a plan to make sure I am equipped to make the most of the opportunity,
10. What is your availability to work with Plan staff ahead of the IDG and what is your plan to make up the work you will miss at school for this event if you are
International Day of the Girl has always held great importance in my life. I believe that advocacy for gender inequality is one of the most essential topics people should be fighting for. Ever since I became aware of the IDG, I have wanted to attend this special event. I view these few days at the UN as the pinnacle of fighting against gender inequality because of the amount of people it attracts, especially experts and extreme advocates for this great cause. As a passionate feminist, I have always wanted to be a part of the group of people who meet on these very special days in hopes that I can positively contribute to this movement.
2. What does the “Because I am a Girl” movement mean to you?
“Because …show more content…
Personally, I feel that when men speak out about gender inequality, it is seen as very powerful because they are standing against some oppressors who are of the same gender as them. In addition, as more males start to advocate for this issue, more and more males will join the movement, and hopefully that will result in all people reaching gender equality. Studies from the Association of Physiological Science show that men want better futures for their daughters, so that pushed them to become advocates for this cause. Also, through support for gender equality, men will no longer have to feel embarrassment for wanting to become a nurse, stay-at-home dad, or any other stereotypical female role.
9. How will you prepare for the IDG?
For me, research is the most important thing to do when preparing for the IDG. Without sufficient knowledge on a topic, there is no way that it can be properly spoken about, so I will engage in great research to add to my current knowledge of gender inequality. Also, I will run through what I hope to expect at the IDG and come up with a plan to make sure I am equipped to make the most of the opportunity,
10. What is your availability to work with Plan staff ahead of the IDG and what is your plan to make up the work you will miss at school for this event if you are