Gender Equality- Are We Nearly There?

Soon, we will have a female prime minister in charge of our country. Labour may also be led by a woman. It will be the first time in history both the leading parties will be under female leadership. This is not the only sign that our society is becoming more gender equal. The women's and men's prize for winning Wimbledon are now the same.

However, we still have a long way to go. Some people (and some companies) are refusing to treat everyone equally. For example, watch Ellen's take on Bic's new pen range:

 

 

So, we are definitely not there yet. I do think though, that one day we will have a gender equal society and it might even be within our lifetimes. For that to happen though, we do need everyone on board, even Bic!