As I consider myself a global citizen of the world, I feel deep empathy for the pain and suffering of the vulnerable who live in oppressive cultures anywhere in the world, who are prevented from thriving and living to their fullest potential. I want to help lift up those whose basic human rights have been trampled and withheld by these societies and governments. Unfortunately, given that most of the world lives under patriarchy, women and children suffer most and have their freedom limited or eliminated entirely. I strongly support freeing and empowering women to make their own choices and to have equal rights with men, and to protect children from suffering. I am pulled to continue my support, especially in these challenging times, as patriarchal, authoritarian influence is increasing around the world. To manifest my desire for significant and lasting change for women and children everywhere around the globe, I am proud to place trust in Equality Now, an organization that reflects my values and views above, and has become an established catalyst of successful transformation since its founding.