Women who scored February
And so, without even realizing it, we have reached the end of another month. It is time to take stock and, therefore, here we are again to retrace the past month through the women who seasoned February with a good dose of women empowerment.
Below a special mention to all those women who, this year, thanks to their talent, have taken home an Oscar.
The Spallanzani researchers
Concetta Castilletti, Francesca Colavita and Maria Rosaria Capobianchi are the three researchers who, at the Spallanzani hospital in Rome, isolated the Coronavirus. Professionalism, teamwork and a lot, a lot of passion for what they do, these are the winning ingredients that have allowed them to discover, after weeks closed day and night in the laboratory. Their names must be kept well impressed in the mind because, thanks to their commitment and their determination, they have succeeded in debunking the prejudices against women in science and have contributed to bridging, albeit to a small extent, the enormous gender gap that affects STEM subjects Wives, mothers and career women: yes, it is difficult, but not impossible and they are living proof.
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Rula Jebreal
His busy and demanding monologue has the strength of a punch in the stomach and leaves the Ariston theater with shining eyes. Rula Jebreal is a courageous and passionate woman who, in Sanremo, has found the way and space to give a voice to women who do not have a voice ". The journalist was able to talk about gender violence, without attacking men, but trying to involve them as companions and not enemies. And, in the end, it closes with the definitive exhortation, the one that, if heeded, would make us women free from pressures and unattainable standards: "Let us be what we want to be". message came loud and clear!
Elodie
Elodie's is the story of a redemption that brought her from the social housing of the Roman suburbs to the stage in Sanremo. There he charmed everyone on the notes of “Andromeda” and, even if he didn't win, his is officially the most broadcast song on the radio. In this month he has not made his voice heard only to sing, but also to respond to the attacks of Marco Masini, from which he has suffered skinny-shaming, showing us that even thinness can be the victim of wrong discrimination. The singer, who does not send them to say, dedicates to her colleague one of her historical hits: "Bello str *** o". Well, what about, Chapeau.
Miss Germany
Leonie Von Hase, 35, single mom and digital entrepreneur. She wins crown and scepter without even parading in a bikini, but showing off a strong personality that allows her to prevail even on younger competitors. The new Miss firmly declares that she won't go around cutting ribbons like a mannequin and her dream? Peace in the world? No, more inclusive and less superficial beauty contests, (which, if you like, could be even less realistic than world peace.) Meanwhile, she enjoys the new job, the new car and the lifetime supply of shampoo she deservedly won.
Monica Lennon
A Scottish Labor MP, she is the mastermind behind the Period Products Scotland Bill, the bill that provides for the free distribution of sanitary pads and feminine hygiene products throughout Scotland. A revolutionary proposal aimed at combating Period Poverty, thus facilitating women who cannot afford them at the expense of their personal hygiene. “Products for women's menstruation are a right and therefore must be available to everyone.” Finally, someone who has noticed the difference between a sanitary napkin and an Alba truffle.
