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Motion · S6M-03222 · 14 Feb 2022

International Women's Day 2022

Lodged by Pam Gosal Members' Business Motion 29 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament notes the achievement of women around the world on International Women’s Day on 8 March 2022; welcomes the 2022 theme of #BreakTheBias; recognises the need to end what it sees as gender-based bias in Scotland's communities, workplaces, schools, colleges, and universities; considers that, whether deliberate or unconscious, bias inhibits the progress of women in society; further considers that gender equality is key to the elimination of violence against women; believes that this day should be used to reflect on the notable contributions made by women, celebrate women’s achievements, and raise awareness about women’s equality; further believes that women, especially BAME women, have been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic; notes with concern reports that female-owned businesses in Scotland have decreased since 2017; further notes the calls to help women realise their ambitions, especially in less female-dominated fields, such as STEM, and notes the calls to commit to promoting gender-inclusive practices, which can help business and policy-makers engage in diversity of thought.

Supporters (29)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.