I am sure you have all heard of the “Fearless Girl” by now, as she has created quite a buzz around the world. What started as a temporary art installation commissioned by State Street Global Advisors to encourage large companies to put women on their boards has become a global phenomenon.
“Fearless Girl” started her journey posted in front of the “Charging Bull” at Bowling Green but has since been moved to her new, more permanent location across from The New York Stock Exchange. She has caused both controversy and a movement of empowered females all at the same time, but like most pieces of art, you can interpret it as you wish.
To me, Fearless Girl’s soft childlike features and her big stance say “Dream big, anything is possible”. She is a celebration of all who came before her that broke boundaries, knocked down walls, and accomplished greatness, women like Rosa Parks, Kathryn Switzer, Malala Yousafzai, Sally Ride, Diana Princess of Wales, Gertrude Belle Elion, Virginia Apgar, and so many more. She is also an inspiration to young girls whose world changing activities have not yet played out. And most importantly, she’s a reminder to all that a person’s worth should be judged by what they contribute to the world through their minds, their compassion, their hard work, and their talents, not their race, gender, or economic status.
I bet when Kristen Visbal created this 50 inch tall sculpture she had no idea what a force she would be. You go girl!
What does the Fearless Girl mean to you? You can visit her in Downtown Manhattan across the street from the New York Stock Exchange.
