Women, Unfiltered.

Because when education comes into play, women can rewrite not only their own stories, but also the stories of those around them.. POSTED BY:  IVANA JOHN Fatima was 12 when she realized her brother’s future was considered more valuable than hers. Every morning, he left for school in a crisp uniform. She stayed behind, washing his socks. She questions -  Why can’t I go too?    Her mother's reply was simple,   “Because you're a girl.” Education isn’t just about literacy. It’s about leverage . It gives women what society has taken from them: choice, voice, and power. When education plays its part, she starts questioning the rules. Cultural or religious ones. The kind enforced by fathers, husbands, and governments. And that makes people uncomfortable. Because an educated woman is harder to control.   Education isn't a bonus - it is the baseline.  But let’s not romanticize this. Millions of women are still denied education, even in 2025.  This ...

A common stereotype that is repeated in conversations, jokes, and media -  women are more emotional, even weak. But in my life, I’ve seen quite the contrary. POSTED BY:  IVANA JOHN I’ve seen strength. I’ve seen resilience. I’ve seen a woman carry the weight of a family on her shoulders without ever stumbling. That woman is my mother. For the past 18 years, I have only seen her cry once. That moment made me realize how much she holds in, not  due to a lack of emotions, but rather because she chooses not to show them. My father has spent the majority of my life working overseas, which meant my mother was primarily responsible for my sister and me. There must have been moments when she felt exhausted or inundated, yet she handled everything — from school to bills, illness, and even celebrations. When people say women are “too emotional”, I think of her. And I smile. She gets annoyed when I show her affection and pretends to only acknowledge my gifts and subpar letters abou...

Empowerment is one word we see everywhere - But what does it really mean for you and me ? POSTED BY: IVANA JOHN   We often see the phrase: 'Women's Empowerment' thrown around. On posters, all over social media, in ads, in speeches, it has become a trend. But for me, women's empowerment isn't just another online fad; it is real and very personal. It is something that matters.  It's really about having options, without feeling bad about your choice. It's about being able to decline without feeling guilty. It's about rejecting someone or an idea without feeling threatened or constantly anxious. It's about living life on your own terms - how you talk. where you go, what dreams you chase. It should all be up to me. I shouldn't have to be answerable to anyone. This is Empower Her Daily, a safe blog space because her side of the story also needs to be heard. Empowerment doesn't have to be loud and flashy; it can be very low-key. Like a girl wearin...