YES, I AM A WOMAN By Itohan Ekle

Admin_SheEvo — Fri, 07 Feb 2025 06:30:26 +0000

Yes, I am a woman,
But I am also human.

Yes, I am a woman,
But I possess a free mind.

I am a true one,
With stories of perseverance,
That has stretched across generations.

I might be a woman,
But I won’t be society’s crude,
To refine and sell however they deem fit.

I won’t accept the sexist slur,
“Shake for the dollar,” as a compliment or as “empowerment.”

I am a woman, yes, but I will brood.
Over every storm life throws my way.

I shall not accept any labels,
Because I have a free mind,
From a free kind.

Many women have sacrificed everything,
For someone like me to even,
be able to choose.

I will also sacrifice everything one day,
So that generations to come,
Will only hear there was once,
Something called gender inequality,
But it will not be their reality.

My mother always says I look like,
Her grandmother, who lived beyond 100.
I am indeed a reflection of my feminine ancestors.
In my former life, I was a warrior.
I am a woman.
I will resist any intruder,
Trying to define me,
Irregularly.

I am a woman,
But I am not a second-class human.

I am a woman.
And I am proud of who I am.

I am a woman.
I am a free tribe.
Not to be confused,
With a caged type.

I am a raised kind,
From lies that
Went down centuries ago.

I am a woman,
And I am a schooled type—
Schooled in wisdom beyond academics,
Beyond norms.

I will not confuse the “b” word for entertainment,
Nor applaud it.

I am a woman,
And I am a cruiser,
Not to be chained to one,
Thing and one thing alone.

I am a woman,
And I love me.
This is my humanity.

Despite the sexist stereotypes,
I am proud of being a true one.
My struggles have built me up,
Connecting me to years of fight.

I am a woman,
And I am a fighter.
I wouldn’t have ‘me’ any other way way.

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This is why we share African Stories

Admin_SheEvo — Mon, 01 Jan 2024 06:30:41 +0000

As African women, we should share our stories because it gives us a voice in a society that doesn’t want to hear us. Sharing our stories will challenge stereotypes and misconceptions about African women and contribute towards the empowerment and representation of African women in various spheres of life. In addition, sharing our African stories builds connections and understanding of different cultures, backgrounds, and experiences, and we can learn from each other.

Evidently, there are several reasons why our voices are not heard. Many African women may not have equal access to education and resources as men, which can limit their ability to participate in social and political discourse. They may also face discrimination and marginalization based on their gender, race, and socio-economic status. Additionally, societal and cultural norms may discourage African women from speaking out and fully expressing themselves. Furthermore, media representations of African women are often stereotypical, which can perpetuate negative misconceptions that further silence their voices. Thus, everyone needs to be more intentional about addressing these issues. We must create a more inclusive and equitable environment for African women to share their stories and experiences. SheEvolves is a platform that intentionally addresses these issues.

There are several ways to ensure that the voices of African women are heard. Here are a few:

Amplify their voices by sharing their stories and perspectives through various platforms, such as social media, podcasts, and blogs.
Support their leadership by encouraging and supporting African women to take leadership roles in their communities and various fields.
Increase access to education by ensuring that African women have access to education and resources that will enable them to participate in social and political discourse.
Promote gender equality by working to address the systemic gender-based discrimination that African women face and promote gender equality.
Increase representation by ensuring that African women are represented in all spheres of life, including politics, media, and business.
Create safe spaces where African women can share their stories, experiences, and perspectives without fear of judgment or discrimination.
Challenge stereotypes and misconceptions about African women and educate others about their lived experiences and contributions.
Support organizations and initiatives that are working to empower and amplify the voices of African women.

2024 is here, and it brings with it new opportunities and challenges. So, as we welcome this new year, let’s consider the stories of African women. Let’s take into account her experiences, joys, cries, her intelligence and her courage!

Happy New Year from the She Evolves team!

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