The world of humanity has two wings -- one is women and the other men International women's day
On this International Women's Day, let us reflect on the profound wisdom of recognizing the equality and indispensable role of women in shaping our world. As "The world of humanity has two wings -- one is women and the other men", we acknowledge that true progress can only soar when both wings are equally strong. "The most momentous question of this day is international peace and arbitration, and universal peace is impossible without universal suffrage. Children are educated by the women. The mother bears the troubles and anxieties of rearing the child, undergoes the ordeal of its birth and training. Therefore, it is most difficult for mothers to send to the battlefield those upon whom they have lavished such love and care. Consider a son reared and trained twenty years by a devoted mother . . . Having brought him through dangers and difficulties to the age of maturity, how agonizing then to sacrifice him upon the battlefield! Therefore, the mothers will not sanction war nor be satisfied with it. So it will come to pass that when women participate fully and equally in the affairs of the world, when they enter confidently and capably the great arena of laws and politics, war will cease; for woman will be the obstacle and hindrance to it." As nurturers, educators, and peacemakers, women play an irreplaceable role in shaping the minds and hearts of future generations. Their influence, beginning with the tender embrace of motherhood, extends far beyond the confines of the home. It is through the empowerment and education of women that societies flourish and find harmony. "the education of woman to be of more importance than that of man. If the mother be ignorant, even if the father have great knowledge, the child's education will be at fault, for education begins with the milk. A child at the breast is like a tender branch that the gardener can train as he wills." Let us strive for a world where every woman is valued, respected, and given the opportunity to fulfill her potential. Together, let us build a future where the voices and contributions of women are not only heard but celebrated, and where peace reigns supreme. Picture source: https://www.momsmeals.com/our-food-programs/nutrition/world-health-day/

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