‘What International Woman’s Day means to me as a woman of faith’

‘There’s much that Christian women can do to live out the IWD theme. We must be advocates for vulnerable, disadvantaged women and those denied their rights. We must promote equality – reminding women that they are made in the image of God, that they are fearfully and wonderfully made and they have a part to play in God’s created world,’ says Marcia Dixon.

I have a confession to make. It’s only in the past few years that I have paid full attention to International Women’s Day.  This is partly because, in my work within the church tradition I was part of, IWD was not given much attention or celebrated.  In addition, I have always, through my work, and my Christian witness, sought to support, celebrate and showcase the achievements of women.  And due to my cultural and spiritual heritage, I feel impelled to support women.