From tech and media executives to athletes and literary legends, today's most influential women have been making strides for gender equality in their respective industries. For many, including Sheryl Sandberg, Melinda Gates and Arianna Huffington, remaining silent on women's issues is no longer an option.
In honor of International Women's Day, here are 10 leaders who discuss the power feminism and gender equality can have in not only creating more tolerant, safe workplaces, but in advancing society as a whole.