Celebrating the ladies of Hogwarts: Happy International Women's Day

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Many of us have grown up with Harry Potter and been influenced by the characters. Today I want to talk about the wonderful women of Harry Potter and what they have taught (and still teach) us.

Every day I strive to be.....

smart like Hermione

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confident like Luna

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kind like Lily

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graceful like Fleur

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passionate like Molly

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fierce like Ginny

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positive like Professor Sprout

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competitive like Cho

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...and a badass like McGonagall!

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Of course, these are only a few of the wonderful female characters. Who are your favourite women of Harry Potter?

“The thing about growing up with Fred and George,” said Ginny thoughtfully, “is that you start thinking anything's possible if you've got enough nerve.” - Order of the Phoenix