Why

"There is now overwhelming evidence that women's empowerment has the most far-reaching effect in improving the lives of all men, women and children."
- Nobel Laureate Amyarta Sen

Women's voices are drastically underrepresented in international news media and top economic and political decision-making positions. As media presence is one of the most visible forms of power and authority, women's essential contribution to solving global problems and framing public policy debates is directly proportional to their representation in this arena.

• Globally, less than 1% of editors, department heads, or media owners are women, despite the fact that women represent more than a third of working journalists around the world.
     - International Federation of Journalists
  
  
• International issues is the subject on which women are the least likely to be cited.
     - Project for Excellence in Journalism
  
  
• 7% women cited in global news stories on government and politics
     - International Women's Media Foundation
  
  
• 1% of world's financial resources owned by women
     - United Nations
  
  
• 15% women in top global decision making positions
     - United Nations

Transformational Benefits of Women in Media

When women's voices are equally heard and supported, a vibrant cycle expands, resulting in:

Increased
Family and child well-being
Investment in education and health care
Economic growth and job creation
Transparency and accountability

Strengthened
Early detection and prevention of conflict
Democratic processes
Community networks
Protection of the environment
Arts, culture, and creativity

Accelerated
Social healing after trauma
Information sharing and problem-solving