migWoman 2014
Posted on Mar 4, 2014
From Celebrities, to Hot Users, and Hot Merchants, we’ve selected women in mig33 to share with us their stories in our migWoman 2014 contest.
Hear their stories and vote for your favourite by sending her the WOMEN Gift.
The woman who receives the most WOMENGifts will be crowned migWoman 2014.
10 lucky voters will be rewarded with US$15 migCredits.
Contest runs from 4 March to 7 March 2014.Angelina Zhang
Posted on Mar 1, 2014
Country: Hong Kong
Birth date: 11th, October
Occupation : Singer, Actress
What did you want to be when you were growing up?
I grew up in a poor family. When I was young my dream was just to find a stable job so I could help keep my family well fed and warm.
Who was your biggest influence?
Actually my biggest motivation comes from people that try to hurt me or put me down. I use their negativity to push myself to improve and overcome obstacles they try to put in my way. There’s a famous saying that goes: “What doesn’t kill you, only makes you stronger!”
What do you think is the biggest issue facing women in your industry today?
We have more females than males in our industry, so it’s very competitive for roles for women. Unfortunately, this has led people to be very negative and unfriendly.
Why do you think it’s important to have an International Women’s Day?
It’s a chance to celebrate being a woman and all that we’ve come through. It reminds us of how much further there still is to go. Women need to be mentally, physically, and emotionally tough. It reminds us to be educated and depend on ourselves. It also reminds us to fight for violence against women.
IDP Keci
Posted on Mar 4, 2014
Country: Indonesia
Birth date: 11th, October
Occupation : Singer, Actress
What did you want to be when you were growing up?
I grew up in a poor family. When I was young my dream was just to find a stable job so I could help keep my family well fed and warm.
Who was your biggest influence?
Actually my biggest motivation comes from people that try to hurt me or put me down. I use their negativity to push myself to improve and overcome obstacles they try to put in my way. There’s a famous saying that goes: “What doesn’t kill you, only makes you stronger!”
What do you think is the biggest issue facing women in your industry today?
We have more females than males in our industry, so it’s very competitive for roles for women. Unfortunately, this has led people to be very negative and unfriendly.
Why do you think it’s important to have an International Women’s Day?
It’s a chance to celebrate being a woman and all that we’ve come through. It reminds us of how much further there still is to go. Women need to be mentally, physically, and emotionally tough. It reminds us to be educated and depend on ourselves. It also reminds us to fight for violence against women.
Shae
Posted on Mar 4, 2014
Country: Indonesia
What did you want to be when you were growing up?
I always loved the stage. So I knew from an early age that I wanted to be an entertainer. One thing that always stuck to the back of my mind was that I wanted to be a singer. I never really knew I could ever even make it this far.
Who was your biggest influence?
I have many women to thank in my life who have done nothing less than inspire me. These women are not just the average mothers, heroines, or artists that I so look up to. Some of these women have names I don’t remember or faces I can’t recall. I believe that everything happens for a reason, and everyone that crosses our path has a role.
But the women that have made the biggest impact in my life are: my mother, my father’s ex-wife, Lady Gaga, Anggun, Dewi Sandra, and my best friends.
What do you think is the biggest issue facing women in your industry today?
I believe that we all have issues and that rests with each individual’s character. Some of us are sell-outs, focused on what we want from the industry and influenced by the business side of it all. While some of us choose to leave our old selves behind to turn into this new character that is “recommended” to us. The problem is, some of us are not strong enough for that and end up cracking under the spotlight.
Why do you think it’s important to have an International Women’s Day?
International Women’s Day is about respect, appreciation, and love to all women – especially the ‘working woman’. It’s a celebration of our economic, political, and social achievements.
While we have come a long way from how we were treated in the past – I believe even to this day, many of us are still undermined. The biggest reason we should have, and continue to have International Women’s Day, is to inspire. Women need to help each other believe in ourselves, and remind ourselves that we are not less.
alosporso
Posted on Mar 4, 2014
Name: Ummiya
City: Bangladesh
Occupation: Student
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What did you want to be when you were growing up?
I wanted to be a lawyer just like my father. I’m hoping that I am able to succeed in realizing that dream one day.
Who was your biggest influence?
My father was the biggest influence in my life.
What do you think is the biggest issue facing women in your industry today?
In today’s society, while it is common to see men hold important positions in almost every occupation, it would be a surprise for a woman to have a good job or land a high position in an organization.
I believe that in the work place, men should respect and help women without any self-interest. I think women are doing a great job, but we still have some ways to go.
Why do you think it’s important to have an International Women’s Day?
International Women’s Day should not only be for one day, it should be everyday – it is important that women should be respected and appreciated for her contributions.
miss-india09
Posted on Mar 4, 2014
Name: Pooja
City: Chandigarh
Occupation: Engineering Student
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What did you want to be when you were growing up?
My goal was always to be an Engineer in a multi-national company.
Who was your biggest influence?
My biggest influence is my mom. She’s a working woman, and I have always wanted to be like her.
What do you think is the biggest issue facing women in your industry today?
I think the biggest issue women in the industry are facing is self-esteem. I think women are too affected by other people, and must learn how to take it head on and maintain their self-esteem.
Why do you think it’s important to have an International Women’s Day?
On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the inspiring and courageous
working women around the world that are doing their bid to secure women’s rights. We should remember the many women whose voices go unheard and who continue to be excluded from realizing their full potential.
mentari
Posted on Mar 4, 2014
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Name: Neng
City: Pengandaran, Jawa Barat
Occupation: Businesswoman (Restaurant Owner)
What did you want to be when you were growing up?
I wanted to be a Policewoman.
Who was your biggest influence?
My mother, because she’s a strong woman who works hard and never gives up. Even though she’s a single parent, she is still able to provide for her kids and ensure we have an education.
What do you think is the biggest issue facing women in your industry today?
I think the two biggest issues are domestic violence and being underestimated and seen as the weaker gender.
Why do you think it’s important to have an International Women’s Day?
I think it’s very important because women play big roles in our lives. Women are mothers and wives and at the same time also contribute to society. Women are equal to men.
Fallinangles
Posted on Mar 4, 2014
Name: Christina
City: Dharan, Nepal
Occupation: Fashion Student
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What did you want to be when you were growing up?
I’ve always wanted to be a Social Development Specialist.
Who was your biggest influence?
My dad has been my biggest influence – he is someone who is ambitious and always up for something new.
What do you think is the biggest issue facing women in your industry today?
I guess safety is a big issue in the society by and large. Women are uncertain with regards to their own wellbeing when they are walking alone.
Why do you think it’s important to have an International Women’s Day?
It’s a privilege to be born a woman, so it is a precious day to be celebrated.
mindbl0wing_girl
Posted on Mar 4, 2014
Name: ZIZY
City: Bandung, West Java
Occupation: Purchasing Manager
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What did you want to be when you were growing up?
I want to always stay true to myself, for my family, and for the people around me
Who was your biggest influence?
My mother is definitely my biggest influence – she is the strongest woman that I’ve ever seen. Raising 5 kids on her own, she worked hard so that her children can have a better life. She was my best example and inspiration; she made me a brave and strong person.
What do you think is the biggest issue facing women in your industry today?
The biggest issue is gender equality. Women need to be given the same opportunities as men in the professional world. I believe that a woman can be a wife, a mother, a friend and a boss – they just need the chance.
Why do you think it’s important to have an International Women’s Day?
It’s important because not all women are aware of their rights. There are many things that are unjust, that are happening to women around the world, but they do not have the power to change it. Perhaps in their minds, women do not have any other choice but to accept their fate. By hearing other success stories these women can be inspired and start a change for themselves.
Wahywildcat
Posted on Mar 4, 2014
Name: Wahida
City: Mombasa, Kenya
Occupation: Accountant by profession, and an MBA Student
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What did you want to be when you were growing up?
It was my dream to be a Doctor. While I had to take another course because of my parents’ concerns – I have not regretted being in my current profession.
Who was your biggest influence?
Every member of my family played vital roles in having an influence in my life.
This is because I grew up in a family where everybody valued education, strove to meet their dreams, and helped each other along the way.
What do you think is the biggest issue facing women in your industry today?
Women are not expected to be in the limelight and are taken as the weaker sex. Attention is sometimes hard to come by, but today, in most places women are now being recognized even though there are walls built around us.
Why do you think it’s important to have an International Women’s Day?
It is an opportunity where we can celebrate the inspiring women who paved the way to make sure gender equality see the light of the day. It is the day to show the unity of women around the world.
shahithakuri
Posted on Mar 4, 2014
Name: Kristina
City: Bhaktapur
Occupation: Student (Master in Business Studies)
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What did you want to be when you were growing up?
Growing up, I’ve always wanted to be a Manager in the Banking industry.
Who was your biggest influence?
My father is my biggest influence.
What do you think is the biggest issue facing women in your industry today?
I guess the 4 major issues I believe that women are facing are; child and arranged marriages, education, restrictions, and independence.
Why do you think it’s important to have an International Women’s Day?
On International Women’s Day, many programmes are organized for the welfare of women – we get a holiday as well. We celebrate the inspiring and courageous working women around the world that are doing activities to build more tolerant and equitable societies.
Ikainhere
Posted on Mar 4, 2014
Name: Ika
City: Surabaya Indonesia
Occupation: Staff in Electrical Corporation
migWoman 2014 Stories
What did you want to be when you were growing up?
I’ve always wanted to be a writer.
Who was your biggest influence?
My mother was definitely my biggest influence.
What do you think is the biggest issue facing women in your industry today?
A big issue facing women in my industry would have is our time schedule.
Why do you think it’s important to have an International Women’s Day?
I think it’s really important to appreciate the things woman have done for their beloved family, and friends, and therefore it is very important to have an International Women’s Day.
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