Dress for Success

This English Lesson will focus on women and their achievements. International Women's Day is celebrated each year in March.

Check out this TED talk:
https://www.ted.com/talks/cecile_richards_the_political_progress_women_have_made_and_what_s_next?language=en

Check out the article:
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/1812/181221-gender-pay-gap-m.html

"If you want something said, ask a man; if you want something done, ask a woman."
- Margaret Thatcher

Questions

• What do you usually do on Women’s Day? How is it celebrated in your country?
  
• There have been many famous women throughout history. Do you have any female role models? How do they inspire you?
•  Do you see sexism as a big problem in society? How can we fix the problem?
•  Do you think women and men are treated the same at work? What difference do you see?
•  What women’s rights do you think need the most work and attention?
•  What taboos related to the theme of women do you wish were broken?
•  What are some stereotypes about women you really dislike or find offensive?
•  Would the world be a better place if women were in charge?
•  Which men do you find inspiring that are doing their part for women's equality?
•  What role or impact would you like to play in relation to women's rights today?

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