John,

"Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress" isn’t just the theme for International Women's Day. It's a commitment to creating a more just society. And it's a commitment that demands our advocacy and action.

Headlines spotlighting pioneering women who blazed paths that brought us this far are important. We love celebrating the achievements of women like Lauren! But we can’t forget that the fight for true equality is far from over.

The ongoing fight for women’s access to abortion care, IVF, birth control, gender-affirming care, and the right to make their own health decisions in this post-Roe era are all reasons why we have to take meaningful action every day to win back our freedoms.

Here’s a quick list of ways you can take action to get you started investing in women and accelerating progress today:

• Pitch in to organizations that empower women and girls through education, healthcare, and economic opportunities.
• Support businesses led by women. They have talent, innovation, and uniqueness to offer.
• Mentor or provide professional development to girls, young women, or those returning to the workforce.
• Identify and address unconscious bias within yourself and others.

Don't let this day pass without taking action to invest in women. Together, let's accelerate progress toward a future where women can reach their full potential, and everyone has a fair shot at success. 

Happy International Women's Day!

— Team Underwood