Bravery Quote by Julie Smolyansky
“It is still harder all around for women to get funding in business and film. There are only a very small group of female unicorns who have the power to tell stories on film. We need to have the courage to push back... all the effort is the work of bravery.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on gender equity in venture capital, 2022
Women still face greater obstacles than funding in business and film, with few female unicorns shaping narratives.
In simple terms: Women get less funding and fewer storytelling roles.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for equitable investment and support female creators.
Themes
gender equity
funding
media representation
entrepreneurship
Mood
determined
urgent
Type
advocacy
inspirational
When to use this quote
- pitching to investors
- seeking film financing
- building networks
- advocacy campaigns
Key Concepts
systemic bias
venture capital
storytelling power
Questions to Reflect On
- How can investors actively reduce gender bias?
- What support structures help female founders succeed?
A Different Perspective
Progress is slow and entrenched; change requires collective effort.
