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“I think it's tremendously important that women continue to be full participants in the corporate environment, and that they continue to seek the same responsibilities, opportunities and rewards in that environment that in the past have only been available to men.” quote by Betty Friedan
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“I think it's tremendously important that women continue to be full participants in the corporate environment, and that they continue to seek the same responsibilities, opportunities and rewards in that environment that in the past have only been available to men.”

Betty Friedan

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Source Speech: 1970s Feminist Advocacy, United Nations Conference, 1975

Advocates for women’s equal participation and advancement in business, urging pursuit of the same roles and rewards historically reserved for men.

In simple terms: Women should seek equal roles and rewards in business.

Key Takeaway

Push for equal opportunities.

Themes

gender equality career advancement women’s rights

Mood

determined optimistic

Type

inspirational advocacy

When to use this quote

  • corporate leadership
  • career planning
  • policy advocacy

Key Concepts

feminism corporate diversity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can organizations dismantle barriers?
  • What steps can individuals take?
A Different Perspective

Progress may be slowed by entrenched bias.

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