From creators like @accessbytay advocating for more inclusive spaces to @celineglow sharing the behind-the-scenes of starting a skincare business, women are turning to TikTok to discover new ways to learn and be inspired, as they share their stories, express themselves and connect with a supportive community.

This International Women's Day, we are celebrating the amazing Women Who Will continue to make a positive impact on the global TikTok community and beyond through their creativity, passion and advocacy.

#EmbraceEquity with women changemakers and allies

International Women's Day is an important moment to recognize women's achievements and celebrate women all over the world who forge change. This year's International Women's Day theme is #EmbraceEquity, calling for everyone to actively support and embrace equity by challenging gender stereotypes and discrimination.

The #WomenofTikTok community, which has garnered over 3 billion views globally, brings together a diverse group of women changemakers, pioneers, leaders and allies who are using their voices to break barriers, gender stereotypes and advance women's equity every day. From popular hashtags such as #WomeninSTEM (over 3 billion views) and #WomeninSports (over 1 billion views), to women entrepreneurs and small business owners who use TikTok to start and and grow a business, to women activists dedicated to enhancing women's empowerment and gender equality, #WomenofTikTok are supporting and connecting with one another.

Examples:

  • Creators such as @justjamiepandit advocating for transgender rights and @indigenous_baddie educating on Indigenous culture
  • Musicians such as @igobylu and @zeinamates sharing their musical talent
  • Creators such as @destineewrayy educating on ways to love and style your natural hair
  • Wondering how to navigate the corporate landscape? @loewhaley has got you covered
  • Fashionistas like @miriannjoh sharing her styling tips and OOTDs
  • SMB owners such as @mondaygirl sharing how they're creating Canada's first career platform for professional women
  • Gamers such as @dessyyc who recently launched an all-women creator agency

Elevating the voices of our diverse women community

As a platform that celebrates creativity and inspires joy, TikTok has unlocked boundless opportunities for women of all walks of life and made it possible for women creators to thrive and grow. Join us throughout this month as we unveil exciting programming in Canada featuring popular creators, and beloved artists and celebrities who have made a name for themselves as powerhouse women.

Throughout the month of March, we are putting the spotlight on remarkable women and their talents in the gaming industry by launching #WomenInGaming to celebrate and highlight the women who are helping to evolve the gaming industry through their innovation, passion, and advocacy.

And we are also partnering with women artists from around the world to celebrate #WomeninMusic, including three Canadian artists Lauren Spencer-Smith, Nemahsis and Shania Twain. Here is a spotlight of some of the brilliant artists that have created waves on and off the platform in the last few months.

Fostering a safe space for ALL women to create and share their stories

As a platform that inspires creativity and brings joy, we continue to foster a safe space where women from all backgrounds can thrive, including those who have been under-represented or under-recognized, by bringing their stories to the forefront. We recognize this is an ongoing journey, and we're committed to breaking down barriers and providing tools to support women on and off the platform with partners and communities around the world.

As part of this ongoing commitment, we are delighted to launch our partnership with The Circle (@thecirclengo), a global feminist non-profit organization co-founded by singer, songwriter and activist, Annie Lennox. Our partnership will focus on supporting grassroots women-led organizations in Africa, Asia and Europe that provide support to economically empower women and girls who have experienced gender-based violence.

At TikTok, our community is at the heart of everything we do. Join us this International Women's Day and beyond as we celebrate and elevate the stories and voices of the strong, remarkable and creative #WomenofTikTok.

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