Men and women are together complimenting the life. Along with men, females have been playing a vital role for society. In olden days when men used to work outside, female partner used to take care of in-house related task. By the evolution of human societies and need to earn livelihood along with men, females have been showing their talent and expertise and they excelled whenever the environment and chance is given to them. The first woman to win a Nobel Prize was Marie Curie, who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1903. Curie was also the first person and the only woman to have won multiple Nobel Prizes; in 1911, she won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. Curie’s daughter, Irène Joliot-Curie, won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1935, making the two the only mother–daughter pair to have won Nobel Prizes. However, still there are a community of minded people who suppress the growth of women and their participation.
Digitalisation helps overcome some of the barriers to entry that women face. It enables access to knowledge, education, skill development, events, networking opportunities and so on.
When managed correctly, digital platforms enable women to share their voice, shape conversations and advance their personal and professional endeavors. The growing awareness about women empowerment encouraging girl education and parents and families are supporting their girl child for their better prospect in life. The social impact of female leadership is significant and far-reaching, as it can affect not only women themselves but also their communities, organizations, and societies as a whole.
Here are some keyways in which female leadership can have a positive impact:
Promoting gender equality: Female leadership can help to promote gender equality, which is essential for sustainable development. Women often face unique challenges and barriers that can prevent them from accessing education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. Female leaders can help to address these barriers and promote gender equality.
Improving organizational performance: Research has shown that companies with a higher proportion of women in leadership positions tend to perform better in terms of profitability, innovation, and employee satisfaction.
Addressing social issues: Female leaders may be more likely to prioritize social issues such as healthcare, education, and poverty reduction, which can benefit their communities and society as a whole.
Enhancing diversity and inclusion: Female leaders can help to create more diverse and inclusive workplaces and communities, by promoting the participation of underrepresented groups and valuing diverse perspectives and experiences. Additionally, Female leaders bring diverse perspectives to the table, which can lead to more inclusive decision-making and policies. This diversity of viewpoints can help ensure that policies and decisions are more inclusive and representative of different communities.
Fostering collaboration and empathy: Female leaders often have a collaborative and empathetic leadership style, which can help to build stronger relationships and foster trust and cooperation within organizations and communities.
Empowerment of women: Female leaders can serve as role models and advocates for gender equality, inspiring other women to pursue leadership roles and challenging gender stereotypes and discrimination. Female leaders can serve as role models and inspire other women and girls to pursue leadership roles. This can lead to the empowerment of women and the promotion of gender equality.
Sustainability: Female leaders are often more focused on sustainable development, including environmental sustainability, than their male counterparts. This is because women are often more directly impacted by issues such as climate change and environmental degradation, and they are more likely to consider the long-term impacts of decisions and policies.
Overall, the social impact of female leadership is significant and can contribute to a more equitable and prosperous society for all. In fact, gender equality and women’s empowerment are essential to achieving all 17 of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and building a fairer, better, greener world.
Written by : Sheeba Hasnain
