In this day and age, we are finally moving closer to achieving more equal positions for every person on Earth. Of course, some places still need to catch up, but the world is finally moving in the right direction. The sole existence of women empowerment quotes proves just that. Not only by women but by men too, the inspiring sayings on this list perfectly capture the power needed to go through life.
These positive quotes about women's empowerment come from women like Michelle Obama, J.K. Rowling, Serena Williams, and many more people who have made their mark. Every word on this list carries an enormous meaning and power. So no matter what gender you are, these quotes about women’s struggles, achievements, and the wisdom that came along will surely inspire anyone anywhere, as well as shed some light on how the world is developing.
Not everything must be silly jokes, even though there are some great memes for women out there. There are also times when you need to take a minute and get serious, to fully appreciate how people overcome their hardships.
So if you are seeking empowering quotes for women, this is the place to be. Scroll through, and take a few seconds to understand the meaning behind these self-loving words. Vote for your favorites, and don’t forget to share them with your friends and family!
#121
"Freeing yourself was one thing, claiming ownership of that freed self was another." - Toni Morrison
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#122
"We know that when a woman speaks truth to power, there will be attempts to put her down... I'm not going to go anywhere." - Maxine Waters
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#123
"I hate to hear you talking so like a fine gentleman, and as if women were all fine ladies, instead of rational creatures. We none of us expect to be in smooth water all our days." - Jane Austen
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#124
"More and more women are realizing that only collective strength and action will allow us to be free to fight for the kind of society that meets basic human needs." - Roxanne Dunbar
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#125
“Who made man the exclusive judge, if women partake with him the gift of reason?” - Mary Wollstonecraft
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#126
“I don’t want to think about what I’m leaving. I just think about who I am every single day behind closed doors and behind cameras. And that’s what I focus on.” - Serena Williams
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#127
“If you want something said, ask a man; if you want something done, ask a woman.” - Margaret Thatcher
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#128
“There is a stubbornness about me that can never bear to be frightened at the will of others. My courage always rises at every attempt to intimidate me.” - Jane Austen
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#129
“What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” - Jane Goodall
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#130
“We cannot all succeed when half of us are held back. We call upon our sisters around the world to be brave – to embrace the strength within themselves and realize their full potential.” - Malala Yousafzai
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#131
“The fastest way to change society is to mobilize the women of the world.” - Charles Malik
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#132
“The role of women in the development of society is of utmost importance. In fact, it is the only thing that determines whether a society is strong and harmonious, or otherwise. Women are the backbone of society.” - Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
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#133
“Once made equal to man, a woman becomes his superior.” - Socrates
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#134
“Every woman that finally figured out her worth, has picked up her suitcases of pride and boarded a flight to freedom, which landed in the valley of change.” - Shannon L. Alder
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#135
"'It is impossible for you to do it,' was the terrible verdict. 'In the first place you are a woman and would need a protector, and even if it were possible for you to travel alone you would need to carry so much baggage that it would detain you in making rapid changes. Besides you speak nothing but English, so there is no use talking about it; no one but a man can do this.'
"'Very well,' I said angrily, 'Start the man, and I'll start the same day for some other newspaper and beat him.'" - Nellie Bly
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