What Is a Woman?

Women have made great strides in recent years, gaining a stronger presence in the workforce and taking on a variety of roles. They are more likely to graduate from college, they start their own businesses at a greater rate and they have a larger say in decisions that affect the world. They are also breaking down the glass ceilings and climbing higher into leadership positions within their organizations.

Despite these advancements, there is still much work to be done to achieve equality for all. Women are not always paid the same amount as men for the same job, they are often discouraged from celebrating their accomplishments and are more likely to experience discrimination. This can be as subtle as prejudiced hiring practices or as overt as sexual harassment. Women are also disproportionately affected by the effects of poverty, inequality and climate change.

In the past, many people viewed women as being weaker, less muscular and slower than men. But this perception is changing. Today, scientists recognize that women are far more robust than previously thought, especially when it comes to health. Women live longer than men, on average and are better able to fight off illnesses and recover from surgery.

They are also the backbone of society. Studies show that when women are given the opportunity to develop and thrive, their families, communities and countries flourish. They are the caregivers, providers and protectors of children and older adults. They are a vital part of every society and they play an essential role in the growth and development of the economy, education, public policy and politics.

There is no doubt that a woman’s contributions are invaluable to our world. However, a woman’s role in the family is more important than her place in the workplace or in politics. Whether it is helping her husband run the household or caring for her own children, a woman’s greatest contribution to the family is her role as wife and mother.

But what does it mean to be a woman? In a controversial new documentary, Matt Walsh sets out to answer this question. He spends months devoting nearly all of his waking hours to answering the question that everyone seems to be asking but nobody seems to be able to answer: What is a woman? The result is a film that is both hilarious and terrifying.