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Alloy Women's Health’s $16 million raise is a game-changer for menopause care! After years of being told ‘it’s too niche,’ the conversation is shifting – and the $17 billion opportunity in women’s health is finally being recognised. Alloy’s founders have built a profitable business model focused on accessible, asynchronous healthcare for menopause. They aim to expand into other wellness areas for women in midlife, with new funding supporting their growth. Exciting times for women’s health innovation!💰👏🏽 #WomenEmpowerment #HealthRevolution

Colombia has just taken a monumental step in banning child marriage. It wasn’t an easy journey. After eight failed attempts, lawmakers have finally passed the bill following heated debates. The new law, titled "They Are Girls, Not Wives," is the direct result of years of persistent campaigning by advocacy groups and politicians. But the fight doesn’t end here, because many countries still allow child marriage. It's crucial to keep pushing for change worldwide. Let’s continue advocating for the rights and futures of all children!🙌🏽 #EndChildMarriage

🔮 What’s your 2025 vibe? The first 3 words you see are your guiding force for the year ahead! ✨ Drop your words in the comments below and let’s manifest our best selves together! 

Overcomer. Olympian. Trailblazer. Wilma Rudolph broke more than records - she shattered barriers. From battling polio as a child to becoming an icon of strength and equality, she proved that no obstacle is too big to overcome. Show her some love to honour her incredible journey!❤️

Imagine a secret script designed to empower women through centuries of silence. Nüshu, also known as the “script of tears,” is a writing system created centuries ago by women who weren’t allowed to go to school in a male-dominated society. Using its graceful, flowing letters, women shared their struggles, told their stories, and found support in each other🌸 𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗻ü𝘀𝗵𝘂 𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. Through workshops, art, and social media, young women like Chen Yulu are bringing this unique tradition back to life. Nüshu is more than just writing - it’s a powerful stand against old restrictions and a lasting symbol of sisterhood. From tattoos to hair clips and poetry, nüshu shows us that women’s voices remain strong, even when spoken in whispers✍️ Do you know of other hidden treasures that celebrate women’s strength? Share your thoughts below!💬 #WomenEmpowerment #WomenInHistory #Nushu 

Merry Christmas from all of us at Upgrading Women! 🎄✨ We’re so grateful for every one of you - our friends, partners, and clients - who make what we do so meaningful. May your holidays be filled with: warmth, laughter, and all the things that bring you joy💛

Who said age is a barrier to style? In a world often fixated on youth, 80-something 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘁 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮 proves that style, confidence, and reinvention know no age. With the creative spark of her stylist granddaughter, Diana Kaumba, this internet sensation is redefining glamour from her 𝗭𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗶𝗮𝗻 village. From rocking jeans for the first time to pairing bold sunglasses with traditional tools, Legendary Glamma shows us all that it’s never too late to embrace the bold, the eclectic, and the joyful. Slide through to discover how this incredible grandmother inspires us to live authentically, cherish intergenerational bonds, and let our inner style icon shine💕 #StyleBeyondAge #LegendaryGlamma #FashionIcons #InspiringWomen  

Ever thought your best work was behind you? Think again! 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗟𝗲𝗲 proves that life, like art, gets richer with time. At 70, Lindy Lee has unveiled her most ambitious creation yet—a $14 million sculpture, 𝗢𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗼𝘀, symbolising infinity and interconnectedness. But this isn’t an end for her, it’s a beginning. Lee’s story is a masterclass in resilience, blending a lifetime of challenges, cultural exploration, and spiritual growth into art that transcends boundaries. From overcoming the White Australia Policy to surviving cancer, her journey reminds us: the best is often yet to come. Inspired by Zen Buddhism, Lindy channels life’s joys and sorrows into works that connect us all. As she puts it, “𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻.” How has age or experience enriched your craft or perspective? Share your thoughts!👇 #LindyLee #EmpoweringWomen #ArtAndLife #WomenInspiration  

The gender health gap is real - and it’s costing women their health🚨 Did you know that diseases affecting men receive 𝗧𝗪𝗜𝗖𝗘 as much funding as those affecting women? It’s no surprise, considering women weren’t even required to be included in clinical research until 1993! Yes, you read that right - modern medicine was built largely on research done with men, leaving women’s health as a “big mystery” 🧠 But here’s the thing: Women make up over half of the world’s population, so why are we still fighting for proper research and funding in healthcare? It’s time to close the gender health gap. Women deserve better. We need more funding and prioritisation in research, but currently, 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 4% 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗥&𝗗 𝗴𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵. Let’s start by pushing for more awareness and greater investment in understanding women’s health issues. #GenderHealthGap #WomensHealth #WomenInResearch  

It’s not about who’s the toughest. But who’s the kindest, most resillient and intelligent human being! 💜