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Encouraging Your Daughter to Run for Student Body President
You don’t need to lean one way or another politically to notice the disparity in leadership roles. Take a look at the political scene and you’ll see a lot of men vying for top positions, while women are underrepresented. In the U.S. Congress, a staggering 80% of the House and Senate is male, and we haven’t had any female Presidents—zero. It’s crucial that we encourage more girls to step into leadership roles, starting from a young age.
This isn’t just about improving representation in politics—though it would be fantastic to see policies that support women more. It’s also beneficial for the girls themselves. A recent article by Sarah Bennett at the Family Leadership Institute highlights research by two economists who analyzed data from women who took on leadership roles in high school. They discovered that women who participated in student government, drama, and debate enjoyed an 8% wage increase 14 years later. Furthermore, these leadership experiences almost eradicated the gender wage gap for those involved in management positions.
Why Does This Happen?
It could be that girls who lead in high school gain skills that help them later in life, or perhaps those drawn to leadership are naturally inclined towards higher-paying careers. I think it’s a mix of both. If I had a daughter who wasn’t the typical assertive type, but wanted to try her hand at leadership, I’d totally encourage her to run. It might just uncover skills she never knew she had and teach her valuable lessons about leadership—an essential trait in any career.
Challenging Leadership Norms
An interesting piece titled “Why Do So Many Incompetent Men Become Leaders?” caught my eye recently. The author argues that men often appear more confident, and we mistakenly equate that with competence. Tomas Ramirez, the author, emphasizes that the overconfidence seen in many men can overshadow genuine leadership qualities. Contrary to popular belief, women are often more humble and possess the ability to inspire teamwork and collaboration.
While those men you see running for office may exude confidence or even arrogance, what it takes to be an effective leader is often found more in women. We need to nurture our girls’ potential to lead by encouraging them to run for school offices. In 20 or 30 years, I envision women taking the stage in equal numbers, not just for their benefit but for society as a whole.
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Conclusion
In summary, encouraging your daughter to run for student body president can provide her with essential skills that will benefit her throughout her life. By fostering leadership in young girls, we take a significant step toward a more balanced future.