A Celebration of Women: A Q&A Session with our Predominantly Female Team on International Women’s Day | M&M Global

A Celebration of Women: A Q&A Session with our Predominantly Female Team on International Women’s Day

Did you know that the vast majority of the Festival of Media team are women? This International Women’s Day, the female identifying members of the Festival of Media team are sharing their perspectives on important issues around women. Join us in celebrating International Women’s Day by getting to know these incredible women!

Q: If you could change one thing in society to make the world a better place for women what would it be and why?

Lucy Dale, Awards Executive~

A: If I could change one thing in society to make the world a better place for women, it would be to keep working towards eradicating gender inequality and ending the gender-based violence that puts women’s safety in this world at a constant risk.

Holly Lee, Awards Executive~

A: If I could change one thing, I would wish that all people have the trait of empathy. If we could all just look out for each other to a certain degree, it would help us realise were not the only ones going through this journey called life because it’s not easy, but it could be just that bit easier if we all just put a bit more thought and care into our interactions.

Leah Mellard, Awards Manager~

A: Better education in terms of female related issues and topics! There have been many things I’ve had to learn about myself and about being a woman that I wish I had been taught in school.

Zoha Zaidi, Awards and Marketing Executive~

A: I would change how women are treated in society in terms of their safety, in particular. Every woman deserves to feel safe in their own home, in public spaces, and in their communities but unfortunately, many women still face violence and discrimination, showing the clear need for improved safety measures.

Ruby Isla Cera Marle, Marketing Manager~

A: From a young age girls are conditioned to smile sweetly and not to be too outspoken as that can be considered “bossy” “outspoken” or “difficult”. The world would be a better place if women were empowered to call out injustice and not to be afraid to use their voices in the quest for equality.

Q: Who is your female hero and why?

Lucy Dale, Awards Executive~

A: My female hero is my older sister, she is my role model and I always have, and will continue to, look up to her throughout my life. Her drive and ambition, desire to learn and better herself inspires me and I aim to be as amazing as I think she is.

Holly Lee, Awards Executive~

A: Definitely my Mum and my Nan. The two most prominent and present female figures in my life. They say being a Mum is the equivalent of 2.5 full time jobs and the fact they both did it so effortlessly in my eyes is a hero to me. My Mum is my best friend, she is a selfless person with so much patience and always strives to have everyone’s best interest whether they are her friend or not, and that’s who I look up to.

Leah Mellard, Awards Manager~

A: My mother! We call her DIY Dawn because she’s always done everything by herself. All that she has ever done though, has been for others- She has shown me the true meaning of strength, determination and selflessness!

Zoha Zaidi, Awards and Marketing Executive~

A: My hero is absolutely my mum. Everyday, she proves how a strong woman can truly do anything she puts her mind to. Her motto is ‘If they can do it, why not I?’. She continues to push gender norms and proves her ability to achieve and excel in her many life projects. I aspire to carry her mantra throughout my life.

Ruby Isla Cera Marle, Marketing Manager~

A: I’m lucky to be surrounded by some incredible women who have helped shape me into the person that I am today. For their resilience and tenacity I admire my mother, aunties and closest friends that I have in my inner circle, to name but a few.

Q: What is a work or personal life achievement you are most proud of?

Lucy Dale, Awards Executive~

A: An achievement I am proud of is graduating University with a 1st. Experiencing university through the years of Covid was definitely a challenge, and I was thrilled to have seen all my hard work paid off when I finished with this grade.

Holly Lee, Awards Executive~

A: I proud of me, I guess. I’m proud that I can look at my past self and see that I have changed and evolved for what I see as better and I’m proud of that.

Leah Mellard, Awards Manager~

A: I wrote, filmed and produced my own 4-part audio-visual EP!

Zoha Zaidi, Awards and Marketing Executive~

A: One of my biggest achievements thus far is completing my university degree with first class honours. The struggles of the Covid-19 pandemic really challenged my motivation, however, I was able to pull through and stay resilient throughout my university journey. I am also proud of my ability to balance education/work life with my personal hobbies!

Ruby Isla Cera Marle, Marketing Manager~

A: If I met my younger self I think she would be proud of the person that I have become and all that I have achieved in my career, my beliefs, passions and moral compass. She’d really enjoy the fact I’m still just as passionate about all things musical theatre.

We hope you enjoyed getting to know the Festival of Media team! To get in touch with our team, please contact fomawards@festivalofmedia.com 

To learn more about the issues raised in this interview, please visit- https://www.internationalwomensday.com/

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