Dr Lubna Kamal narrated a very interesting incident recently.
When she filed her Income Tax Return, her new chartered accountant was taken aback by the amount of money she had earned from trading. He stated that he was amazed that a Hijabi Muslim woman was so well versed with the stock market. Moreover, she found the time to efficiently trade, despite her busy schedule, being on the faculty in a homeopathic medical college and running a practice.
The 2022 theme for International Women’s Day was #BreakTheBias. And that is exactly what we at Morningstar set out to do. So strongly entrenched are biases, that many do not even consider thinking otherwise.
And that is why authentic stories from a diverse range of women are important and powerful.
We approached women to talk about their money stories. Some were brief and to the point. Others had a much more descriptive narrative. We let each write it according to their preference.
There is no little story, big story or frivolous story. Our individual actions, behaviours and mindsets have an impact on our larger society. We inspire and empower, and reveal possibilities to those who identify. It builds a sense of community and reminds us that we are not alone.
Women have come a long way. And yet, there are still newer paths to navigate. A cloak of silence benefits no one. But our shared wisdom and experiences will go a long way.
It is time to #BreakTheBias.
This advice will revolutionize your relationship with money: Dr. Farah Usmani
The first woman from Uttar Pradesh, and the first Muslim woman from India, to work with the United Nations International Civil Service at director level in New York, where she is currently based.
A money mistake that cost me dearly: Ritushree Panigrahi
A lawyer, corporate speaker and queer rights activist. She is also India’s first transgender woman stand-up comedian.
3 money lessons you cannot ignore: Shreya Singh Dalal
A transexual woman and works in Marketing and Public Relations for The Lalit Group of Hotels.
5 Money DON'Ts that women must know: Padma Ramarathnam
She was dealt a severe blow at the age of 54. From knowing nothing about finances, she was forced to take charge. And she did it logically and shrewdly.
Advice to my 20-year-old self: Zainab Jabri
The head of Offshore Forensic Services and Director at one of the four big audit firms got a rude awakening when she got divorced.
