🌟 Happy International Women's Day! 🌟
Today, as we celebrate the incredible achievements of women worldwide, let's also shine a spotlight on a campaign that's not just about recognition but about action. It's about empowering women economically, fostering a fairer society, and driving our collective progress forward. This International Women's Day, I'm excited to share my thoughts on why the BUY WOMEN BUILT initiative which is not just great but essential for our future. 💭
The BUY WOMEN BUILT campaign is a powerful movement aimed at mobilising consumers to support female-founded businesses. By showcasing these businesses and emphasising why buying from them is crucial for our economy, this initiative offers us a tangible way to contribute to a stronger, fairer society. 🤝
In the UK, rates of female entrepreneurship lag behind those in the USA, presenting a significant economic opportunity gap. The potential for bridging this gap is enormous, with estimates suggesting it could add a staggering £200 billion to the British economy. However, the impact of the pandemic has further widened this gap, underscoring the urgent need for action. 💥
While strides have been made to remove barriers to female entrepreneurship, visibility remains a critical issue. Many consumers are unaware of the abundance of women-built businesses around them and the challenges these businesses face, particularly in times of crisis. ⌛
The "Buy Women Built" campaign addresses this gap by harnessing the power of consumer spending. Through targeted awareness-raising efforts, it highlights the diverse range of women-built businesses in the UK, educating consumers on the values they represent and the significant social and economic benefits of supporting them. 📃
But this initiative isn't just about raising awareness; it's about driving meaningful change. By encouraging consumers to vote with their wallets, we can create a sustainable support system for women-owned businesses, fostering economic resilience and inclusivity. 👩💻
I obviously have to support the cause, so below I've listed some of the great brands that they are currently working with in food and drink, please check them out:
Agua de Madre 🍋
Bio&Me I B Corp 🌿
Biotiful Gut Health 🥛
Bold Bean Co 🥄
Borough Broth | B Corp™ 🐄
Creative Nature Superfoods 🥦
Deliciously Ella 🥑
Double Dutch Drinks | B Corp 🍸
Hunter & Gather 🍐
Insane Grain 🌽
Little Moons 🍡
Miso Tasty 🥠
Nix & Kix Ltd | B Corp™ 🍑
Piccolo (Organic Baby & Toddler Food) 🍼
Pip & Nut | B Corp 🥜
Pollen + Grace 🥕
TRIP 🍊
And many more!
As we commemorate International Women's Day, let's commit to more than just celebration.
Let's commit to action.
Let's commit to buying from women-built businesses, driving positive change, and building a future where every woman has the opportunity to thrive.
Together, we can create a world that's fairer, stronger, and more prosperous for all.
#BuyWomenBuilt #IWD2024 💪🚀🌟
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