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Ayisat loves helping small business owners stay resilient so that their business can move past stagnation to growth phase.
In the last 5 years, Ayisat has empowered over 20,000 students and business owner through financial leadership courses, workshops and curriculum.
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#32: Honoring Women’s Impact on History and Innovation
In this episode, Ayisat Abilogun discusses the significance of Women's History Month and International Women's Day, exploring their origins, themes, and the contributions of women throughout history. The episode highlights the importance of these observances in promoting gender equality and women's empowerment, as well as celebrating notable women inventors. The episode concludes with a look ahead to the 2025 International Women's Day theme and a call to action for continued advocacy for women's rights.
Takeaways
- Women's History Month began as Women's History Week in 1978.
- International Women's Day was first celebrated in 1911.
- Both observances highlight women's achievements and ongoing challenges.
- Themes for these celebrations change annually to reflect current issues.
- Women inventors have made significant contributions to technology and society.
- Marie Curie's research led to the development of X-ray technology.
- Hedy Lamarr's invention laid the foundation for modern Wi-Fi.
- Dr. Patricia Bath revolutionized cataract treatment with her invention.
- The 2025 theme emphasizes rights, equality, and empowerment for women and girls.
- Continued advocacy is essential for achieving gender equality.
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