Dove Movement and Self-Esteem

Imagine a world

…where every girl grows up with the self-esteem she needs to reach her full potential.
…where every woman enjoys feeling confident in her own beauty.
…where we all help to build self-esteem in the people we love most. 

Dove is committed to building positive self-esteem and inspiring all women and girls to reach their full potential by caring for themselves and each other — but they need YOUR help.

"We’re building a movement in which women everywhere have the tools to take action and inspire each other and the girls in their lives. It could be as simple as sending a word of encouragement to a girl in your life or supporting self-esteem education in your town. From mentoring the next generation to celebrating real beauty in ourselves and others, we can open a world of possibilities for women and girls everywhere."

Dove is inviting women of all ages to share their inspiring message with the next generation of young women by simply answering this question:

What do you wish you’d known at 13?

By sharing these messages with the next generation, women can inspire each other and the girls in their life to reach their full potential. Dove is asking for women to answer this question and share their messages as a source of inspiration for women and girls everywhere.

Why 13? According to Dove research, “Real Girls, Real Pressure: A National Report on the State of Self-Esteem,” the self-esteem tipping point happens when the transition to teenage years results in loss of trust and communication with adults. 67% of girls ages 13 – 17 turn to their mother as a resource, when feeling badly about themselves compared to 91% of girls ages 8 – 12. So reach out NOW and be the source for YOUR daughter!

Share your inspiring message: Dovemovement.com

 What do I wish I had known at 13? To seize the opportunities presented to you, no matter how scared and hesitant you may be.Alot of times you won't get offered them twice!

What about you?

And remember to come back and join us for the first ever Dove Self-Esteem Weekend on Oct 22nd - 24th, where one hour of your time can make a world of difference.  There are conversation starters and a weekend toolkit available on the Dove Movement website (www.dovemovement.com). You can also checkout activities already planned on their map!