On the 8th of March 2025, as the world marks and celebrates International Women’s Day (IWD), at Blueleaf Energy we are lending our voice to the call for women’s equality with our campaign, “Accelerate Action for All Women and Girls.” But what does women’s equality mean? It means equal rights, equal opportunities, and equal power. Join us in our determination to drive real, tangible progress.
This IWD, the United Nations (UN) has identified six key actions that governments can focus on now to significantly advance gender equality and women’s rights. Corporations should look for opportunities to support the governments of the markets in which they operate in these areas, through their hiring practices, corporate, social, and governance (CSG) policies, and direct charitable contributions.
For All Women and Girls—A Digital Revolution Closing the digital gender divide could save $500 billion over the next five years. Technology must be a force for equality, not exclusion. Support the Global Digital Compact and enact policies that bridge the digital gender divide, ensuring equal access and leadership for all women and girls in technology.
For All Women and Girls—Freedom from poverty Nearly one in ten women live in extreme poverty. Public services and social protection expand economic opportunities and security for women. Women also do at least twice as much unpaid care work as men do. Care is the backbone of all societies, and yet is largely undervalued and unpaid. It doesn’t have to be this way—closing care gaps could create 300 million jobs by 2035. Invest in national budgets to strengthen social protection, public services, particularly care services, to give women an equal chance to prosper and fight poverty.
For All Women and Girls—Zero Violence One in three women experiences violence in her lifetime. Although globally we have many laws on the books, they are often poorly implemented and investment in prevention strategies is lacking. Adopt, implement and fund national laws and policies that signal zero impunity towards violence against women and support local women’s organizations.
For All Women and Girls—Full and Equal Decision-Making Power Around the world, decisions affecting women’s lives are still made overwhelmingly by men. This is not just unjust—it is inefficient. Implement laws and policies, apply temporary special measures to increase the number of women in decision-making positions in politics, business and institutions.
For All Women and Girls—Peace and Security Over 600 million women and girls live near armed conflict, with conflict-related sexual violence skyrocketing by 50 per cent last year alone. Women’s organizations are the first responders to crises and champions of peace. Yet they remain underfunded and undervalued. Adopt fully financed national plans to increase women’s meaningful participation in all aspects of peace and security and fund women’s organizations in crises and conflict settings.
For All Women and Girls— Climate Justice As the climate crisis and biodiversity loss accelerate, women and girls—especially in rural and indigenous communities— bear the brunt of its devastating effects. They are also at the forefront of solutions. Prioritize women’s and girls’ rights and leadership in climate action by increasing investment in and their access to green jobs, like care, sustainable agriculture and renewable energy.
How Does Blueleaf Energy Accelerate Action for All Women and Girls?
Among these actions, Blueleaf Energy is particularly proud to be contributing to the advancement of Climate Justice for all women and girls. As a renewable energy independent power producer (IPP), we want to Accelerate Action for All Women and Girls because we embrace the truth that women are essential to a just and sustainable energy transition. At Blueleaf Energy, we both cultivate and champion women’s leadership. By embedding education and training programs for women and girls into our community investments, and actively building a gender diverse workforce, with women operating at every level of our company, we are driving tangible change.
Meet Women Championing Change Across Our Key Markets
Behind our initiatives and strategies for empowering women and girls, are the voices of the women who are part of Blueleaf Energy’s journey to becoming a leader in the renewable energy sector. In celebration of International Women’s Day, we’re honored to share the personal perspectives of four of our female colleagues, who offer insights into the significance of IWD and their experiences championing change.
Japan
“My work is all about earning trust and building bridges by mostly being present and listening to people. I believe amplifying women’s voices is essential for creating lasting impact. Only by ensuring everyone is heard can we truly achieve sustainable change.
At Blueleaf, I know my voice is heard and I see its impact. I’m proud to be through my work and position, accelerating action for women’s equality.”
– Ai Kashiwagi, Community Relations Manager
Southeast Asia
“Integrity is the bedrock upon which our company is built. It shapes our policies and guides our decisions. That includes championing women’s equality. Ethical leadership means actively pursuing equity for all.”
“I’m passionate about creating a workplace here everyone thrives. The energy transition is too important to put at risk by excluding women. We are half the population, and we too have a role to play in unlocking a clean energy future.
This IWD I call to not women, but all men to step up and do your part to #AccelerateAction!”
– Neha Arora, Assistant HR Manager
Taiwan
“They call us ‘bossy.’ I call it leadership. As Country Head, I’m not just shaping Taiwan’s energy future, I’m redefining perceptions.
I’m here to show that ‘bossy’ women are often just women meant to lead. Let’s build a cleaner, sustainable world, together.”
Answer the Call: Act to Accelerate Action for All Women and Girls
Driving positive change is not just up to governments and corporations. We all have a role to play in ensuring 2025 counts for feminism. So, what can you do today to drive progress, and work to accelerate action for all women and girls? The UN suggests individuals:
Step up for gender equality in our own lives Step up for gender equality in our own lives – where we work, in our communities, and in our own families and relationships. Make a conscious decision about it next time you vote, or hire someone, or decide who does household tasks, or champion the immense possibilities of the girls in your life.
Connect with fellow change-makers The sixty-ninth session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69), meeting in New York from 10 to 21 March, will review progress in implementing the Beijing Platform for Action. It will assess a series of global, regional and more than 150 national reports. The moment will inspire global media attention, discussions online, and satellite events and campaigns, opening many new opportunities to call for greater ambition and action. Follow UN Women for updates and connect with fellow change-makers.
Join UN Women’s global campaign #ForAllWomenAndGirls Join UN Women’s rallying cry for action on 8 March, International Women’s Day:
Demand leaders enforce gender equality laws.
Support women’s rights organizations.
Educate the next generation on gender equality.
Amplify the voices of those most left behind.
Speak out against gender stereotypes, bias, and discrimination.
Advocate for women in leadership.
Help us reach women and girls most in need Donate today for ALL women and girls.
Support Blueleaf Energy’s 2025 IWD Campaign
Join us in answering the UN’s call to action for improving the lives of women and girls. Visit the UN Women Asia and the Pacific website to find opportunities to connect with change-makers across our region and join the global campaign. Follow Blueleaf Energy on LinkedIn and support our IWD 2025 campaign to Accelerate Action for All Women and Girls, to raise awareness of the women’s importance to the energy transition, and prioritizing women and girls in climate action.
