The topic of feminism is a widely-known movement. The world is beginning to change, and is seeing the light of equality. Although it still has a long way to go, we are changing things. The men and women of the world that believe that women should be afforded the same rights as men are causing a shake in the patriarchy.

I was recently asked in an interview with a friend “if you could write a book, what would you write about?” Although I'd never given an in-depth thought to this question before, my answer was almost immediate. My response was that I would travel the world and write about women everywhere who are redefining their culture. I would collect stories of women who deal with sexism and who are fighting for women's rights. I would fill my book with stories of bravery that women have endured to reach their country, and even family. Brave women. That is what the world needs in order to make a difference.

I have had the pleasure of being introduced to Nühanzi, a community of love and strength focused on empowering women and girls. Creator Allison Haunss has made a beautiful clothing and awareness brand that focuses on the power and strength of women from everywhere.

Nühanzi is a name commonly used in China which women identify with when referring to themselves as “independent, candid and strong.” While some see the meaning as a manly woman or a tomboy -- a woman who thinks and acts like a man and is yet more than just an unceremonious woman, a lot of women view it as someone that believes in equality and strength. I would have to agree with the latter. The culture in China for centuries has depicted women as fair, quiet, dutiful and virtuous. Now, in modern-day China, women are standing up in groups at school and in the corporate world to declare a new wave of independence. As soon as I was introduced to the community, I knew that I had to work with them.

I am a #Nühanziwoman for many reasons. You don't have to live in China to identify as a Nühanzi. I believe that all women are born with a little Nühanzi in them. Despite centuries of contradiction, women are fierce. Inside every woman is a fighter. And I believe that when we come together in support of that, we create beautiful changes. Changes that should have been there in the first place. I encourage you to stand with me as a Nühanzi woman. Stand up for the beauty, strength, and independence we were born to have.

Head over to my fashion/ lifestyle blog, Thedesertviolet.com to read more about Nühanzi, and to see more pictures from my photo shoot!

To be a part of Nühanzi, and to take a quiz to see how much of a #Nühanziwoman you are, click Here (I got 95%!!) Also, check out their amazing clothing line, and more information on them.

Here are some articles on Nühanzi women, and how they are changing the world:

https://nuhanzilife.com/these-boots-are-made-for-w...

https://nuhanzilife.com/chinas-feminist-school-clu...

https://nuhanzilife.com/sk-ii-empowers-single-wome...