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What does it mean to be fearless as a woman in tech? We've collected some great advice from four women leaders who are creating change by unabashedly pursuing their own goals and encouraging other women to do the same. "Seize opportunities. Say yes when you can. Say no when you need to. Share your ideas. Try something new. And always bring your best."

At CGI, we are celebrating International Women's Day with some tangible advice from Susan Wartel for leaders, men, women and companies for creating equity in the workplace. Susan considers herself lucky. When her oldest son was born eight weeks early, her boss and work team stepped up to support her while she watched over her son at the hospital’s neonatal ICU. “It was true teamwork, allowing me to be where I needed to be and ensuring that work didn’t get dropped, given his unexpected early arrival. Not only did this support help me reengage with work when I returned from maternity leave, but it also made me feel appreciated and valued and increased my loyalty for years to come,” she says. But as Susan, a founding member of CGI’s Women’s Forum, reflects on International Women’s Day, she stresses that equity for women in the workplace can’t be left to the good fortune of having a supportive boss. Rather, it must be embedded into an inclusive and equitable work culture for everyone. Read the blog for the rest of Susan's story and actional steps toward equity.