Think Equal, Build Smart, Innovate for Change
CELEBRATING INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
artist. Go see a movie written and directed by women, like the documentary about Ruth Bader Ginsburg, “RBG.”
March is also Women’s History Month, which gives you a great reason to read about a heroine you knew nothing about. Read a book written by an influential novelist like Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice,” or Maya Angelou’s “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings.” You can also learn about a modern-day hero through the inspiring tale of “Malala.”
As Chris shared on the cover, March 8 is International Women’s Day. For the occasion, the United Nations has set a theme of “Think equal, build smart, innovate for change.” It’s a call for all of us to support and empower the women in our lives and make sure their voices and perspectives are being heard. Here are a few ways to do just that. 1. WRITE A THANK-YOU LETTER TO AN INSPIRING WOMAN AND LET HER KNOW THE POSITIVE IMPACT SHE’S HAD ON YOUR LIFE. Maybe it’s your mom, your sister, or even a celebrity. Take this time to let them know how they’ve influenced you. Give them a call, or if it’s someone in the public eye, write them a letter about how they’ve helped you become who you are. 2. GRAB A FRIEND AND CHECK OUT SOME ENTERTAINMENT. This month is about promoting the achievements of women, so why not have some fun while you’re at it? Check out a local female comedian, musician, or
3. INTRODUCE A YOUNGER FAMILY MEMBER TO AN UNDERREPRESENTED FIELD.
The U.N. theme for International Women’s Day this year is about encouraging women to go into science, math, technology, and engineering so they realize the important influence they can have in these fields. Take a field trip with your daughter or niece to a science and technology museum or spend a day learning about ecology on a hike outside. Even playing video games can provide a gateway to enjoying math. The U.N. states of their mission, “It is vital that women’s ideas and experiences equally influence the design and implementation of the innovations that shape our future societies.” The only way to do that is to make sure each woman knows that the sky’s the limit to what she can do.
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Beet, Mint, & Ricotta Hummus
ingredients
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1 garlic clove, grated
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1 6-ounce beet (about the size of an adult fist), scrubbed
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1 teaspoon kosher salt, or more to taste
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1 15 1/2-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
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1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
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1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
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1/3 cup tahini, well-mixed
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Mint leaves, poppy seeds, and olive oil, for garnish
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1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
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1/4 cup ricotta cheese
Directions
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Once beet is cool enough to handle, use a paper towel to remove beet skin. Trim root end and cut into small pieces. Add to blender or food processor, and blend until entire mixture is smooth. Add additional salt if desired. Transfer to a shallow bowl, top with garnishes, and serve.
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Heat oven to 425 F.
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Wrap beet tightly in foil. On a foil-lined baking sheet, roast wrapped beet until fork tender, about 60–70 minutes. While beet is roasting, blend chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, ricotta, garlic, salt, pepper, and coriander until smooth.
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