The New World - A sisterhood

Anonymous

September 9, 2023

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In 2040, I envision a world where gender equality has become an unquestionable reality and women's increased participation in leadership positions has fundamentally reshaped society. This includes:

1) Equal Representation in Leadership: By 2040, gender parity in leadership roles is the norm, not the exception. Hopefully, women will hold an equitable share of positions in politics, business, academia, and other sectors. I hope that Boards of directors, government cabinets, and executive teams will reflect the diversity of the population, with a balance of women and men at the decision-making table.

2) Legislation and Policies: In this future, I hope that comprehensive legislation and policies have been put in place to ensure gender equality. Laws against gender discrimination and pay gaps to be strictly enforced, fostering an environment where women have the same opportunities for career advancement as men. Parental leave policies to become more equitable, encouraging men to take an active role in caregiving.

3) Education and Empowerment: I wish that educational institutions will better prioritize gender-sensitive curricula, promoting equality from an early age. Girls and young women to be encouraged to pursue any field of study or career they desire without fear of gender bias. I also envision mentorship programs abound, helping women break through glass ceilings and reach their full potential.

4) Media and Representation: The significant evolution of media and advertising. The dismantling of gender stereotypes, and women's portrayal in multifaceted, empowering roles in all forms of media. The representation of women in STEM fields, politics, and leadership roles in movies and TV shows in a way that inspires young girls to aim higher.

5) Work-Life Balance: The prioritization of a healthy work-life balance. Companies to offer flexible work arrangements, remote options, and on-site childcare facilities, enabling women to excel in their careers while maintaining fulfilling personal lives and not be judged for their decisions.

6) Intersectionality: The fight for gender equality to become more intersectional, addressing the unique challenges faced by women of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with disabilities. In this future, I wish for inclusivity and diversity to be celebrated

7) Global Solidarity: Nations collaborate on a global scale to promote gender equality. International organizations and governments work together to eradicate gender-based violence, provide access to education for all girls, and ensure women's rights are upheld everywhere.

8) Stereotype-Free Future: Traditional gender roles and stereotypes have faded into history. Boys and girls are encouraged to explore their interests and talents without limitations based on preconceived notions of what is "appropriate" for their gender.

9) Economic Prosperity: Gender equality isn't just a matter of justice; it's also an economic boon. In this future, countries that have prioritized women's participation in the workforce are reaping the benefits of a larger talent pool and increased innovation, leading to overall economic prosperity.

10) Empathy and Inclusivity: Society is marked by a greater sense of empathy, inclusivity, and collaboration. This future embraces the understanding that gender equality benefits everyone, leading to a more harmonious and prosperous world for all.

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People in Latvia have never lived as well as they do now, we have real freedom and everyone has the opportunity to prove themselves in different fields. That is why I am very worried about the war in Ukraine and the fear of the world being redivided between two superpowers; my parents suffered the consequences of the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact and I do not want to see Pact No 2. That is why I hope that the European Union will be able to help Ukraine make a just peace, and that my Latvia will be an independent country within the European Union. Nobody in the world is eternal, and in 15 years' time I myself will have passed away, and many national leaders will have passed away, including Putin and Trump. Putin will die under mysterious circumstances, his associates will be tried at The Hague, Russia will pay reparations and compensate Ukraine for the damage it caused, Ukraine will have healed the wounds of war by 2040, old ruins will have been demolished, new cities will have been built - some on old ruins, some on other sites. In Latvia, the forests will grow green, as they do now, with cereals, rape, buckwheat and various vegetables. Finally, the nation will not be so divided into two camps, the Latvian language will have gained a stronger position. Russia will no longer threaten the Baltic States or other EU countries, because their people will know the truth. The priority of the countries will be the welfare of the people and the preservation of the environment, but not in such a drastic way as planned by the establishment. I would very much like to see the collection and disposal of waste sorted out, for countries to take care to remove waste islands from the oceans, to take care to preserve the diversity of plant and animal species. In Latvia, people will have better medical care, a better tax system and better pensions. Am I fantasising too much? I am 77 years old now and have seen a lot of good and, unfortunately, a lot of bad. I would like future generations to live in peace and under just laws, without harming other peoples, animals and nature.

Ateitis be smurto.

The war industry is extinct worldwide: no tanks, no missiles, no other weapons. People share land, natural resources and the fruits of their labour. Everyone travels, learns about and respects each other's cultures and traditions, and takes the best from each other. Cars drive themselves, recognise signs and obstacles and follow the rules. Utopia? I know. But I would like it very much. I want people not to die, lives not to be lost.

Eradicating ignorance

After the Education Revolutions of 2030, everything began to shift. Little by little, bigots became an eclipsed group, as the ignorance that fed their pathological fears against anyone they perceived as 'others' was replaced by a renewed interest in curiosity in education and knowledge. Both metaphorical and physical borders began to fade, our differences being a thing of the past. Some still clung to silly ideas about God and religion but those too, thankfully -- were dying off. That paradigm shift took the power of the billionaire class who were seen as a bunch of greedy warmongering fools only the oldest among us bothered listening too.

This world we hope for, I'd like it to be fairer, less cruel, that climatic events are less violent, that all peoples can have access to water and food without too many difficulties. That the sea doesn't submerge coastal cities and Pacific islands, and that temperatures don't continue to soar and melt glaciers and ice floes. We also hope that the world will live in peace, without the great powers having any desire for hegemony over neighboring countries. And that the rights of women and minorities be respected.

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