At Universal Fashion Ltd, we believe in the transformative power of women-led philanthropy. In this article, we will explore inspiring stories of women who have left an indelible mark on the world through their philanthropic efforts.
Female philanthropy is a powerful force driving change and solidarity. We draw inspiration from extraordinary women whose actions go beyond fashion trends.
Join us on this journey as we highlight some of the most touching stories of women who are changing the world through philanthropy.
1. Emma Watson: Empowering Women through Education
The talented actress and women’s rights advocate, Emma Watson, has channeled her influence to support girls’ education worldwide. Through her partnership with charities like “HeForShe” and “Girls’ Education,” Watson has raised awareness about the importance of education and fundraised to provide educational opportunities for marginalized girls.
Emma Watson embarked on her career as both an actress and activist fueled by a deep commitment to empowering women, a fervent dedication to gender equality, and a strong belief in the transformative influence of education. Her formative experiences, her trajectory in the world of acting, and her steadfast advocacy efforts have collectively molded her extraordinary journey.
2. Melinda Gates: Transforming Global Health and Gender Equality
As the co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Melinda Gates has led initiatives addressing global health challenges and promoting gender equality. Her commitment to equity in healthcare and access to family planning has had a significant impact on communities worldwide.
Highly recognized for their giving, the Gates were named Persons of the Year by Time Magazine in 2005. A year later, the Gates Foundation formed a $150 million partnership with the Rockefeller Foundation, and received a multi-year pledge from Warren Buffett to give over 10 million of his company’s shares to the Gates Foundation. Buffett and the Gates later created “The Giving Pledge,” after reading The Power of Half by the Salwen family
3. Malala Yousafzai: A Voice for Girls’ Education
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai is a tireless advocate for girls’ education. Despite facing adversity, Malala has used her voice to advocate for the right of every girl to receive quality education. Her courage and dedication have inspired millions.
Quality education is the foundation for improving people’s lives and for sustainable development. Major progress has been made towards increasing access to education at all levels and increasing enrolment rates in schools, particularly for women and girls. The world has achieved equality in primary education between girls and boys. However, few countries have achieved that target at all levels of education. Moreover, 57 million children still remain out of school. Bolder efforts are needed to achieve universal education goals. In September 2015, at an historic UN Summit, world leaders adopted the 17 Sustainable Develo