Women And The Power Of Choice

When options are made available, the fight for equality becomes easier

My alma mater, Wellesley College, is an all-women’s institution. It was my home for four formative years. Of all my learning there, what I remember best is how to raise my voice, even when others prefer I stay silent. As a woman, how can I not be motivated to help other women the way Wellesley helped me? My experience convinced me to narrow my career focus to women. Ultimately, I discovered my passion: women’s wellness. This focus came after years of frustration over gender inequality. However, inequality is not limited to health. It is pervasive across all aspects of our society. An unambiguous problem that still lacks an actionable solution, it is why women are held back in our diverse and democratic economy.

The reality of ambition