No matter how far we think we've come, we have a long, long way to go to achieve gender parity.  As one of many disheartening statistics, the World Economic Forum predicts it will take over 200 years for the gender pay gap to close.  In the face of such data, it seems daunting to try to help solve the societal and structural inequities that have led to this state of affairs.  But there is hope. You are evidence of that.  If you have read this far, it's probably because you want to help.  And you can.  For free. And with very little time commitment.  

Take one action daily to empower a woman or girl. This can be something as simple as telling a woman or girl in your life that you believe in her.  Or, giving her a stretch assignment at work.  Or researching something she is interested or talented in and helping her to pursue it.  Or positioning her for promotion.  Or introducing her to someone who can help her in her chosen endeavor.  Or asking her to be on your team.  Or encouraging her to write and speak, two competencies vital to success. Or just listening to her dreams and acknowledging that they are possible.  Because, they are.