There are "very active" and "active" things we can do to change the system. I think one of the simplest and easiest (and probably the slowest in terms of effect on the system - I'll acknowledge that) is to influence those people around you. If we talk, talk and talk some more to the women, men and children in our lives, educating them and encouraging them to seek information and alternatives, the demand WILL change.

I think with the people in our lives we can do this by just presenting information, stats and facts and taking a gently gently approach.

I know that the situation is urgent and I know some people need to be beaten around the head with a big bat in order for the message to get through . However, I think change comes from the grass roots level and by providing positive encouragement and factual information to those around us (especially women) I think we can change this for our daughters.

There is nothing more important then to get the message out there - in your workplace, in your homes, in your families. Let people know that it can be different.

I am being too soft?

Thanks