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The Power of Women Empowerment and Why It Matters

January 24-25, 2025 brought together 50 remarkable women from across the globe in Manila, Philippines, not just to celebrate their achievements, but to share profound stories of resilience, transformation, and triumph.

The Top 50 Global Inspirational Women to Look Out For in 2025, an initiative by Prodigy Global and Titanium Magazine, served as the platform for this extraordinary gathering. Founded by Love Charmaine Choyoco, a Filipino visionary now based in Dubai, UAE, this annual award and summit stands as a testament to women's empowerment in action.

The event revealed an extraordinary tapestry of shared experiences, where I found myself privileged to both share my story and witness the journeys of others. These narratives came from women who:

  • Rose from impoverished backgrounds and life in slums

  • Stood against corruption, facing life-threatening consequences

  • Survived kidnapping and near-death experiences

  • Overcame childhood trauma and suicidal thoughts

  • Rose against all odds and social stigma of single parenthood to raise their children

  • Conquered discrimination based on race and creed, despite their qualifications

What distinguishes these women is their unwavering commitment to paying it forward. Having achieved success, they now dedicate themselves to elevating others facing similar challenges. This embodies the essence of women empowerment - an almost implicit obligation to support fellow women, regardless of scale or means.

Empowerment transcends financial support, encompassing various forms of assistance: professional connections, mentorship, opportunities, knowledge sharing, advisory roles, and sponsorship. Each element plays a vital role in the broader empowerment movement.

This weekend proved transformative for me personally. Through tears and fears, I discovered my purpose in being there, despite initial feelings of unworthiness. The experience enabled me to confront my past in unprecedented ways, leaving me both empowered and determined to extend this impact to others.

My commitments moving forward include:

  • Educating women inmates in the Philippines about digital and data literacy

  • Promoting self-love and respect among women

  • Maximizing connections to provide resources to the underprivileged

 Notable organizations championing these causes include:

-          The Prodigy Global and IAM Titanium Foundation https://www.linkedin.com/in/theoneandonlylivinghumantitanium/

-          The Purple Community Fund  http://www.p-c-f.org/

-          Soul Script Global https://soulscriptglobal.com/

At Mad About Marketing Consulting, we pledge our continued support to empower women, children, and the underprivileged in our communities. Whether you wish to contribute or seek support for your cause, we welcome your connection here.

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