An Opportunity of a Lifetime
I have felt empowered to speak up in front of ministers, ambassadors, NGO leaders, and many other leaders at the side events this week. My question today was regarding the cultural implications for Saudi Arabian women when attending universities in Western countries.
At this side event I learned about the current updates on comprehensive sexuality education (CSE) that is impacting the health and wellbeing of students all around the world. One myth regarding this education is that it exposes students to information too soon or does not positively impact their health outcomes. In reality, CSE is a part of life skills training that implements gender equality practices, respecting others' differences, and expanding critical thinking skills.
U.S. Mission Discussion on Gender Equality: At this event it was great to hear an all female panel under the Trump administration. Although in many cases I found myself disagreeing with their politics, it was still refreshing to see women in such high levels of their departments such as the Department of Labor and USAID. One component of the entire week that resonated with me is that a diverse group of women must be represented in leadership. Often, there will be women in power that do not necessarily share my values or political beliefs, however they are just as much needed in order to truly reach gender parity in our government.
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