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Women's Equality Day

Since 1971, Women’s Equality Day has been celebrated annually on August 26. The celebration falls on the anniversary of the certification of the 19 th Amendment which granted women the right to vote.

The Woman Suffrage Amendment was first introduced on January 10, 1878. It was resubmitted numerous times until it was finally approved by both the House and Senate in June 1919. The bill needed to be approved by two-thirds of the states, so suffragists spent the next year lobbying state legislatures to gain support for the bill. On August 24, 1920, Tennessee became 36 th and final state to ratify the amendment, which passed by only one vote. That one vote belonged to Harry Burn, who heeded the words of his mother when she urged him to vote for suffrage. Secretary of State Bainbridge Colby signed the amendment into law on August 26, 1920.

Fifty years later on August 26, 1970, Betty Friedan and the National Organization for Women organized a nationwide Women’s Strike for Equality. Women across the political spectrum joined together to demand equal opportunities in employment and education, as well as 24-hour childcare centers. This was the largest protest for gender equality in United States history. There were demonstrations and rallies in more than 90 major cities and small towns across the country and over 100,000 women participated, including 50,000 who marched down Fifth Avenue in New York City.

In addition to the marches, groups of women participated in publicity stunts aimed at garnering more recognition of gender inequality. Women in New York City took over the Statue of Liberty, hanging two 40 foot banners from the crown reading “March on August 26 for Equality” and “Women of the World Unite.” An organized group stopped the ticker tape at the American Stock Exchange, and held signs such as, “We won’t bear any more bull.” Female teachers also filed a lawsuit against the New York City Board of Education in which they demanded gender equality in appointing educational administration positions. The case lasted about 10 years and finally resulted in an increase in female principals.

While the strike did not halt the activities of the nation, it drew national attention to the Women’s Movement. The New York Times , for example, published their first major article on the Feminist Movement by covering the events of the day. It even included a map of the route the marchers took through the city.

In 1971, Representative Bella Abzug (D-NY) introduced a successful bill designating August 26th of each year as Women’s Equality Day. Part of the bill reads that Women’s Equality Day is a symbol of women’s continued fight for equal rights and that the United States commends and supports them. It decreed that the President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation annually in commemoration of woman suffrage and the 1970 Strike for Equality. Women today continue to draw on the history of these brave and determined women.

Read President Obama’s proclamation for Women’s Equality Day 2013 here .

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Women’s Equality Day – August 26, 2024

The right to vote, the cornerstone of democracy, belongs to all citizens — but this wasn’t always the case. Until recently, most countries denied voting rights to half of their population: women. To claim their voice, women began agitating for the right to vote in the early 19th century. In the U.S., decisions about who could vote were left up to the states. The 19th Amendment, ratified in 1920, ensures voting rights for everyone regardless of gender. Today, Women’s Equality Day celebrates the achievements of women’s rights activists and reminds us of the unique daily struggles that women face. To make sure women are not oppressed by anyone we need to empower them with education and to support their education they require funds that can help build a base for their strong future.

When is Women’s Equality Day 2024?

The continuous struggle for women's participation and equality in all spheres of life and society is observed on Women’s Equality Day on August 26.

History of Women’s Equality Day

Women’s Equality Day, celebrated every August 26, commemorates the passage of women’s suffrage in the U.S. and reminds us of the hurdles overcome by the heroic women who faced violence and discrimination to propel the women’s movement forward.

In the early 19th century, American women, who generally couldn’t inherit property and made half of a man’s wages in any available jobs, began organizing to demand political rights and representation.

By the early 1900s, several countries including Finland, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom had legalized voting for women as the movement continued to sweep across the world. In the U.S., the 19th Amendment to the Constitution was first introduced in 1878, but it failed to gain traction. It wasn’t until women’s involvement in the World War I effort made their contributions painfully obvious that women’s suffrage finally gained enough support. Women’s rights groups pointed out the hypocrisy of fighting for democracy in Europe while denying it to half of the American citizens at home.

Because a Constitutional amendment requires approval from two-thirds of the states, 36 of them had to ratify the 19th Amendment before its passage. The deciding vote in the Tennessee legislature came from Harry T. Burn, a young state representative whose mother’s plea to support the amendment became a deciding factor in his vote (which he switched at the last minute).

Women aren’t done fighting for equal rights. Today, the wage gap between men and women still impacts women’s economic power, and gender-based discrimination still plagues workplaces and business transactions.

To remind us of the struggles of the past, present, and future, Congress designated August 26 as Women’s Equality Day in 1971.

Women’s Equality Day timeline

The first women's rights convention organized by women, including suffragists Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott, is held at Seneca Falls, New York, sparking the movement that leads to the passage of the 19th Amendment.

Margaret Sanger opens America's first birth control clinic in Brooklyn — Sanger's efforts led to the creation of today's Planned Parenthood.

The U.S. Congress adopts the 19th Amendment, also known as the 'Susan B. Anthony Amendment,' giving women the right to vote.

Amelia Earhart becomes the first woman and second pilot ever to fly solo nonstop across the Atlantic.

Black seamstress Rosa Parks refuses to give up her seat to a white man on a bus in Montgomery, helping to launch the civil rights movement.

In a historic decision in the Roe v. Wade case, the U.S. Supreme Court affirms women's constitutional right to abortion.

Flying on the Space Shuttle Challenger, Sally Ride becomes the first American woman in space.

Kamala Harris is sworn in as the first woman and first woman-of-color vice president of the United States.

Traditions of the Day

Women’s Equality Day is all about uplifting and empowering women, and marveling at how far women have progressed, defying all odds and oppression. General traditions include men and women expressing gratitude to influential women in their lives, supporting local businesses run by women, and celebrating womanhood with your girl gang and special ladies.

Funds are raised for charities and organizations that support women’s empowerment. Prominent women are featured guest speakers on different virtual and live platforms. 

Success stories are shared on social media under the hashtag #WomensEqualityDay. Issues females face are discussed and solutions and assistance are provided by the online community.

By The Numbers 

18 – the number of countries where husbands can legally prevent their wives from working.

39 – the number of countries where sons and daughters do not share equal inheritance rights.

1 in 5 – women and girls have experienced physical and/or sexual abuse by a partner.

23.7% – the percentage of women representation in national parliaments. 

108 – the number of years it will take to bridge the gender gap. 

6 – the number of countries that give women equal work rights as men. 

2.24 – the number of men for every female character in films.

47% – the percentage of the increased likelihood for women to suffer severe injuries in car crashes because safety features are designed for men. 

13% – the percentage of women globally who are agricultural landholders. 

40% – the percentage drop in girls getting married in childhood in Southern Asia since 2000.

Women’s Equality Day FAQ s

When was the first women’s equality day.

The U.S. Congress designated August 26 as Women’s Equality Day in 1973 in order to commemorate the 19th Amendment.

How do you celebrate Women’s Equality Day at work?

Ways to celebrate Women’s Equality Day at work include giving cards to the women in your office, taking a moment to acknowledge the hard work they do, and throwing a girls’ night happy hour.

Why was the 19th Amendment passed?

Congress passed the 19th Amendment as a result of the hard work and dedication put in by the women’s suffrage movement.

Women’s Equality Day Activities

Thank the women in your life.

We all depend on hardworking women — moms, grandmas, partners, sisters, and friends. Take some time today to thank them for all the physical and emotional labor they do for others!

Support women-owned companies

Use your consumer power to support female entrepreneurs. You can find lists of women-owned businesses on the Small Business Administration’s website or by reaching out to your local chamber of commerce.

Register to vote

Women and their allies fought for decades to win the right to vote. Do your part to honor their sacrifices by making sure you’re registered to vote in your community.

5 Fascinating Facts About Women In The Military

Women in combat.

Women have long played important non-combat roles in the U.S. military in medical and operational positions, but combat positions were only opened to women in 2013.

Women often fought disguised as men

In the 1700s and 1800s, particularly during the Civil War, more than a few women enlisted in the army disguised as men.

There is only one female Medal of Honor recipient

Dr. Mary Edwards Walker, a contract surgeon for the Union, spent time as a Confederate POW and was awarded a Medal of Honor for her efforts — to date, she is still the only female recipient of the military's highest award.

Women made important WWII contributions

More than 400,000 women served in World War II as nurses, pilots, ambulance drivers, and in other important ancillary roles.

Military maternity wear

Women weren't always allowed to continue serving if they became pregnant but, today, all branches of the military offer maternity uniforms for service members who are expecting.

Why We Love Women’s Equality Day

It gives us an opportunity to learn.

Take some time on Women’s Equality Day to brush up on your women’s history and learn about the complicated and fascinating history of women’s rights in the U.S. and internationally.

It reminds us to show gratitude

It’s not always easy to remember to thank those who do so much for us. Use Women’s Equality Day as a reminder to do something meaningful for the important women in your life. 

It reminds us of how far we have to go

Despite many advances in the last century and a half, women in the U.S. and around the world still face professional obstacles, domestic violence, and other barriers to their well-being and success.

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The first amendment, why is august 26 known as women’s equality day.

August 26, 2022 | by NCC Staff

The 19th Amendment gave women the right to vote nationally on August 18, 1920, so why is Women’s Equality Day on August 26th each year?

The New York Times ran the story about the document’s signing on its front page and noted the lack of fanfare for the historic event.

Colby had been asked by women’s suffrage leaders Alice Paul and Carrie Chapman Catt to allow groups in Colby’s office for the document’s signing and to film the event. Instead, Colby told reporters that “effectuating suffrage through proclamation of its ratification by the necessary thirty-six States was more important than feeding the movie cameras.”

The Times explained that Colby was concerned about the rivalry between Paul and Catt and wanted to avoid a public scene at the signing.

“Inasmuch as I am not interested in the aftermath of any of the friction or collisions which may have been developed in the long struggle for the ratification of the amendment, I have contented myself with the performance in the simplest manner of the duty devolving upon me under the law,” Colby said.

A package of documents from the state of Tennessee had arrived by train in Washington around 4 a.m. It included the official ratification document from the state legislature.

How Tennessee became the 36th state to ratify the amendment on August 18, 1920, was a story in itself. Congress had passed the proposed amendment a year earlier, and it was supported by President Woodrow Wilson.

By the middle of 1920, 35 states had voted to ratify the amendment, but four other states—Connecticut, Vermont, North Carolina and Florida—refused to consider the resolution for various reasons, while the remaining states had rejected the amendment altogether.

So, Tennessee became the battleground to obtain the three-fourths of states needed to ratify the amendment. Harry T. Burn, a 24-year-old legislator, was set to vote against the amendment, but switched his vote on the Tennessee state house floor at the urging of his mother, assuring the 19th amendment’s ratification.

Yet, even after Burn’s deciding vote, anti-suffrage legislators tried desperately to nullify the previous vote.

In 1971, Representative Bella Abzug championed a bill in the U.S. Congress to designate August 26 as “Women’s Equality Day.” The bill says that “the President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation annually in commemoration of that day in 1920, on which the women of America were first given the right to vote.”

As a footnote, the amendment certification process has changed since 1920. Now, the Archivist of the United States, who heads the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), is responsible for finalizing the ratification process.

Back in 1920, Secretary Colby’s attorney reviewed the documents that arrived from Tennessee. Today, NARA’s Office of the Federal Register reviews the documents and writes the proclamation for the Archivist of the United States to sign.

Section 106(b) of the United States Code spells out the finality of the process:

“The Archivist of the United States shall forthwith cause the amendment to be published, with his certificate, specifying the States by which the same may have been adopted, and that the same has become valid, to all intents and purposes, as a part of the Constitution of the United States.”

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Democracy Is Feminist

A ugust 26, 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of Women’s Equality Day . Proposed in 1971 by Bella Abzug , the formidable feminist organizer and federal lawmaker from New York, and passed as a joint resolution by Congress in 1973, Women’s Equality Day recognizes the fight for women’s suffrage and hard won ratification of the 19th Amendment.

Around the time Women’s Equality Day was first envisioned, Abzug joined forces with other leaders and activists—Gloria Steinem, Shirley Chisolm, and Fannie Lou Hamer among them—to form the National Women’s Political Caucus (NWPC). Through both endeavors they sought to acknowledge that political representation belongs at the center of the quest for gender justice—and, according to the NWPC archives , that “legal, economic, and social equity would come about only when women were equally represented among the nation’s political decision-makers.”

Historically, women in the United States have participated voraciously in civic life, registering and voting at higher rates than men in every presidential election since 1980. Black women show up at the polls and in voter mobilization efforts in even greater numbers, with turnout rates of upward of 66% in 2020. In July 1972, Steinem wrote for the newly launched Ms . magazine, “Black women come out stronger on just about every feminist issue, whether it is voting for a woman candidate, ending violence and militarism, or believing that women are just as rational as men and have more human values.”

The same article by Steinem forecasted, “We’ve been delivering our votes [and] now women want something in return. Nineteen seventy-two is just the beginning …” And in many ways, it was. That year, the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) handily passed the U.S. Senate and seemed destined for swift ratification. Chisolm’s public service—as the first Black Congresswoman, followed by her groundbreaking 1972 presidential campaign—altered the discourse about whether “White Male Only” remained a qualifier to lead the nation. And by January 1973, the Supreme Court decided Roe v. Wade, affirming a constitutional right to abortion.

Read More: Women's Equality Day Is a Reminder That the Fight for Women’s Rights Didn’t End With the 19th Amendment

Fast forward half a century, and Vice President Kamala Harris shattered the White House glass ceiling. Women’s overall leadership on Capitol Hill has continued to climb, reaching an all-time high in the 118th Congress—just over 28% (149 members). In the House, women broke records in the 2022 midterms, with 124 now serving, 27 of whom are Black and 18 are Latin. Women now comprise nearly a third of all legislators and elected executives, including a record 12 serving as governor.

And still, the U.S. remains far from achieving fully representative governance compared to women’s actual population footprint; this is especially so for women of color. The U.S.  pales  in comparison to women’s political authority in much of the world, too, including among peer democracies.

As for the other advances on the 1972 agenda? The ERA remains unfinished business and is still not enshrined in the Constitution. And Roe was overturned on June 24, 2022 by the Supreme Court’s new conservative supermajority in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization .

Backlash to the ERA, and the very text of the Dobbs decision, crudely distort the principles undergirding Women’s Equality Day and the goals of the NWPC. Justice Samuel Alito, who authored the majority opinion for Dobbs , claimed women’s political advancement itself is an antidote to the Court’s reversal of a fundamental right. Of this, he wrote, “Women are not without electoral or political power. It is noteworthy that the percentage of women who register to vote and cast ballots is consistently higher than the percentage of men who do so.”

Yes, women are now doing exactly that: running for office on, and voting consistently, overwhelmingly, and successfully for abortion rights everywhere the issue has appeared on the ballot since Dobbs . But there are obvious flaws in Justice Alito’s appeal to women’s electoral and political power—and, for that matter, to the NWPC’s founding documents—suggesting gender parity alone should be a singular or even sufficient metric for achieving feminist goals.

It is exponentially hard to out-run and out-vote anti-democratic maneuvers like partisan gerrymandering, voter suppression—or, as we just saw in Ohio, an attempt to raise the threshold for winning a citizen-led ballot initiative as a way to stymie abortion rights. (The Ohio measure was soundly defeated on August 8 in a special election.) These are not examples of one-off transgressions or piecemeal degradation of our democratic systems, but rather deliberate and systemic mechanisms for defying the popular will. It is why decidedly anti-feminist policy outcomes persist, like book bans in the name of parental rights or the maddening inability to advance common sense gun safety measures. It is how 14 state legislatures succeeded in outlawing abortion since Dobbs , despite public polling in favor of abortion rights reaching record highs .

Women’s Equality Day was initially a way to express the belief that, as noted in public policy scholars Zoe Marks and Erica Chenoweth's 2023 article in Ms . , a democracy in which "half the population is subordinated—politically, socially, economically—is not a true democracy at all." 50 years later, we must be clear that women’s autonomy, well-being, and rights are inextricably tied to the integrity and durability of our democratic systems.

As we look ahead, two states , Michigan and Minnesota, offer hope. Both have committed to reforms that increase voter participation, fair representation, and direct democracy; in turn, both have seen feminist priorities thrive, from codifying reproductive care and establishing green energy goals, to expanding paid family leave and protecting trans youth.

As we trace the 50-year arc of Women’s Equality Day, among the lessons we might glean today: women’s voices and votes surely matter, transformative change is possible—and the fight for robust democracy is, at its core, a central and urgent feminist goal.

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Women’s Equality Day

Sample women’s equality day proclamation.

Many of you have asked about a Women’s Equality Day Resolution for your city council, community group, government agency, workplace or military base.  Please feel free to edit the following one to meet your needs and propose it wherever it might make a difference.  Then let us know when it is adopted.

Resolution to Recognize

Women’s Equality Day as a National Day of Celebration

WHEREAS, women in the United States have continuously worked to gain full rights and privileges – public or private, legal or institutional – as citizens of the United States, and

WHEREAS, women in every state and every cultural and religious group* worked to secure women’s right to vote, and

WHEREAS, Congress has designated August 26, the date the Nineteenth Amendment was certified, as Women’s Equality Day, and

WHEREAS, recognizing Women’s Equality Day as a day of celebration throughout the country emphasizes the importance of women’s work for democracy,

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the (name of body) will commemorate Women’s Equality Day, August 26th, as a national day celebrating  the importance of the women’s suffrage movement and the work to secure and expand equal rights today.

To be signed by an elected official or commanding officer.

*You might want to add specific names of suffragists in your city, county, state, profession or organization.

The History of Women’s Equality Day

At the behest of Rep. Bella Abzug (D-NY), in 1971 and passed in 1973,  the U.S. Congress designated August 26 as “Women’s Equality Day.” The date was selected to commemorate the 1920 certification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, granting women the right to vote. This was the culmination of a massive, peaceful civil rights movement by women that had its formal beginnings in 1848 at the world’s first women’s rights convention, in Seneca Falls, New York. The observance of Women’s Equality Day not only commemorates the passage of the 19th Amendment, but also calls attention to women’s continuing efforts toward full equality. Workplaces, libraries, organizations, and public facilities now participate with Women’s Equality Day programs, displays, video showings, or other activities.

Joint Resolution of Congress, 1971 Designating August 26 of each year as Women’s Equality Day

WHEREAS, the women of the United States have been treated as second-class citizens and have not been entitled the full rights and privileges, public or private, legal or institutional, which are available to male citizens of the United States;

and WHEREAS, the women of the United States have united to assure that these rights and privileges are available to all citizens equally regardless of sex;

and WHEREAS, the women of the United States have designated August 26, the anniversary date of the certification of the Nineteenth Amendment, as symbol of the continued fight for equal rights;

and WHEREAS, the women of United States are to be commended and supported in their organizations and activities,

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, that August 26th of each year is designated as Women’s Equality Day, and the President is authorized and requested to issue a proclamation annually in commemoration of that day in 1920, on which the women of America were first given the right to vote, and that day in 1970, on which a nationwide demonstration for women’s rights took place.  

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A Proclamation on Women’s Equality Day,   2022

     On August 26, 1920, after decades of hard-fought advocacy, women won the right to vote, and our Nation moved one step closer to living out our sacred ideal that all people are created equal.  On Women’s Equality Day, we honor the movement for universal suffrage that led to the 19th Amendment, celebrate the progress of women over the years, and renew our commitment to advancing gender equity and protecting women’s rights.

     This commitment is more important than ever in the wake of the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and eliminate a woman’s constitutional right to choose.  My Administration is doing everything in its power to protect access to the reproductive health care that generations of women and activists have fought for, including abortion.  We will continue to defend reproductive rights, which are integral to gender equality and the fundamental freedoms Americans hold dear.  We will also continue to support the Equal Rights Amendment, so that we may enshrine the principle of gender equality in our Constitution.

     With the ratification of the 19th Amendment, millions of women across the country were finally able to make their voices heard in our elections.  Yet many women of color who helped lead the universal suffrage movement were effectively denied those rights until the Voting Rights Act passed 45 years later.  Today, the struggle to ensure that every American can cast their ballot continues.  More Americans voted in 2020 than during any election in our history, but some States are restricting this fundamental right through provisions that overwhelmingly impact people of color, low-income communities, and people with disabilities.  Women are less likely to have time to vote in-person with increased caregiving demands and a disproportionate share of low-wage, inflexible work.  The right to vote and to have that vote counted is essential to the future of our democracy.

     Women and girls have fought for social justice and freedom throughout our history, and my Administration is committed to building on their progress.  All Americans should have the opportunity to fully participate in society — no one’s rights should be denied because of their gender.  As States across the country strip women of their ability to make decisions about their own bodies, families, and futures, my Administration remains dedicated to protecting access to critical reproductive health care, regardless of gender, race, zip code, or income.  We will continue to defend the right of all people to live free from gender-based violence.

     We are also committed to ensuring women are treated fairly in the workplace and have economic security.  We will fight for pay equity, to end discrimination in the workplace, and to promote equitable access to good-paying jobs, particularly in sectors where women are underrepresented.  We remain dedicated to lowering the costs of child care and passing policies to help women navigate caregiving and work responsibilities.

     On Women’s Equality Day, we celebrate the trailblazers who fought to deliver a better future for America’s daughters.  We recognize the work that remains to ensure that everyone can fully participate in our democracy and make fundamental choices about their health and bodies.  We strive to uphold our Nation’s promise of equality for all people. 

     NOW, THEREFORE, I, JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR., President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim August 26, 2022, as Women’s Equality Day.  I call upon the people of the United States to celebrate and continue to build on our country’s progress towards gender equality, and to defend and strengthen the right to vote.

     IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-fifth day of August, in the year of our Lord two thousand twenty-two, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and forty-seventh.

                                JOSEPH R. BIDEN JR.

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International Women’s Day 2022: “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”

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The theme for International Women’s Day, 8 March, 2022 (IWD 2022) is, “ Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow ”, recognizing the contribution of women and girls around the world, who are leading the charge on climate change adaptation, mitigation, and response, to build a more sustainable future for all.

Advancing gender equality in the context of the climate crisis and disaster risk reduction is one of the greatest global challenges of the 21st century. The issues of climate change and sustainability have had and will continue to have, severe and lasting impacts on our environment, economic and social development. Those who are amongst the most vulnerable and marginalized experience the deepest impacts. Women are increasingly being recognized as more vulnerable to climate change impacts than men, as they constitute the majority of the world’s poor and are more dependent on the natural resources which climate change threatens the most.

At the same time, women and girls are effective and powerful leaders and change-makers for climate adaptation and mitigation. They are involved in sustainability initiatives around the world, and their participation and leadership results in more effective climate action. Continuing to examine the opportunities, as well as the constraints, to empower women and girls to have a voice and be equal players in decision-making related to climate change and sustainability is essential for sustainable development and greater gender equality. Without gender equality today, a sustainable future, and an equal future, remains beyond our reach.

The United Nations Observance of International Women’s Day under the theme, “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”, will be marked by a high-level virtual (TBC) event on Tuesday, 8 March 2022, 10–11.30 a.m. EST. The Secretary-General of the United Nations, the President of the General Assembly, the Chair of the Commission on the Status of Women, the Executive Director of UN Women as well as gender equality and climate change activists and celebrities will participate. The event will be followed by a high-level panel discussion and musical performances.

The theme for International Women’s Day is aligned with the priority theme for the upcoming 66th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW66): “Achieving gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls in the context of climate change, environmental and disaster risk reduction policies and programmes”.

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For this year's International Women's Day, UN Women has partnered with the visual artist Burcu Köleli   to develop imagery illustrating the 2022 theme “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”.

Non-commercial use of the International Women's Day 2022 banners is permitted on web and social in the context of International Women’s Day provided that UN Women and the artist are credited as follows:

Source: Burcu Köleli   for UN Women (2022). 

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This piece is part of 19A: The Brookings Gender Equality Series . In this essay series, Brookings scholars, public officials, and other subject-area experts examine the current state of gender equality 100 years after the 19th Amendment was adopted to the U.S. Constitution and propose recommendations to cull the prevalence of gender-based discrimination in the United States and around the world.

The year 2020 will stand out in the history books. It will always be remembered as the year the COVID-19 pandemic gripped the globe and brought death, illness, isolation, and economic hardship. It will also be noted as the year when the death of George Floyd and the words “I can’t breathe” ignited in the United States and many other parts of the world a period of reckoning with racism, inequality, and the unresolved burdens of history.

The history books will also record that 2020 marked 100 years since the ratification of the 19th Amendment in America, intended to guarantee a vote for all women, not denied or abridged on the basis of sex.

This is an important milestone and the continuing movement for gender equality owes much to the history of suffrage and the brave women (and men) who fought for a fairer world. Yet just celebrating what was achieved is not enough when we have so much more to do. Instead, this anniversary should be a galvanizing moment when we better inform ourselves about the past and emerge more determined to achieve a future of gender equality.

Australia’s role in the suffrage movement

In looking back, one thing that should strike us is how international the movement for suffrage was though the era was so much less globalized than our own.

For example, how many Americans know that 25 years before the passing of the 19th Amendment in America, my home of South Australia was one of the first polities in the world to give men and women the same rights to participate in their democracies? South Australia led Australia and became a global leader in legislating universal suffrage and candidate eligibility over 125 years ago.

This extraordinary achievement was not an easy one. There were three unsuccessful attempts to gain equal voting rights for women in South Australia, in the face of relentless opposition. But South Australia’s suffragists—including the Women’s Suffrage League and the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union, as well as remarkable women like Catherine Helen Spence, Mary Lee, and Elizabeth Webb Nicholls—did not get dispirited but instead continued to campaign, persuade, and cajole. They gathered a petition of 11,600 signatures, stuck it together page by page so that it measured around 400 feet in length, and presented it to Parliament.

The Constitutional Amendment (Adult Suffrage) Bill was finally introduced on July 4, 1894, leading to heated debate both within the houses of Parliament, and outside in society and the media. Demonstrating that some things in Parliament never change, campaigner Mary Lee observed as the bill proceeded to committee stage “that those who had the least to say took the longest time to say it.” 1

The Bill finally passed on December 18, 1894, by 31 votes to 14 in front of a large crowd of women.

In 1897, Catherine Helen Spence became the first woman to stand as a political candidate in South Australia.

South Australia’s victory led the way for the rest of the colonies, in the process of coming together to create a federated Australia, to fight for voting rights for women across the entire nation. Women’s suffrage was in effect made a precondition to federation in 1901, with South Australia insisting on retaining the progress that had already been made. 2 South Australian Muriel Matters, and Vida Goldstein—a woman from the Australian state of Victoria—are just two of the many who fought to ensure that when Australia became a nation, the right of women to vote and stand for Parliament was included.

Australia’s remarkable progressiveness was either envied, or feared, by the rest of the world. Sociologists and journalists traveled to Australia to see if the worst fears of the critics of suffrage would be realised.

In 1902, Vida Goldstein was invited to meet President Theodore Roosevelt—the first Australian to ever meet a U.S. president in the White House. With more political rights than any American woman, Goldstein was a fascinating visitor. In fact, President Roosevelt told Goldstein: “I’ve got my eye on you down in Australia.” 3

Goldstein embarked on many other journeys around the world in the name of suffrage, and ran five times for Parliament, emphasising “the necessity of women putting women into Parliament to secure the reforms they required.” 4

Muriel Matters went on to join the suffrage movement in the United Kingdom. In 1908 she became the first woman to speak in the British House of Commons in London—not by invitation, but by chaining herself to the grille that obscured women’s views of proceedings in the Houses of Parliament. After effectively cutting her off the grille, she was dragged out of the gallery by force, still shouting and advocating for votes for women. The U.K. finally adopted women’s suffrage in 1928.

These Australian women, and the many more who tirelessly fought for women’s rights, are still extraordinary by today’s standards, but were all the more remarkable for leading the rest of the world.

A shared history of exclusion

Of course, no history of women’s suffrage is complete without acknowledging those who were excluded. These early movements for gender equality were overwhelmingly the remit of privileged white women. Racially discriminatory exclusivity during the early days of suffrage is a legacy Australia shares with the United States.

South Australian Aboriginal women were given the right to vote under the colonial laws of 1894, but they were often not informed of this right or supported to enroll—and sometimes were actively discouraged from participating.

They were later further discriminated against by direct legal bar by the 1902 Commonwealth Franchise Act, whereby Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people were excluded from voting in federal elections—a right not given until 1962.

Any celebration of women’s suffrage must acknowledge such past injustices front and center. Australia is not alone in the world in grappling with a history of discrimination and exclusion.

The best historical celebrations do not present a triumphalist version of the past or convey a sense that the fight for equality is finished. By reflecting on our full history, these celebrations allow us to come together, find new energy, and be inspired to take the cause forward in a more inclusive way.

The way forward

In the century or more since winning women’s franchise around the world, we have made great strides toward gender equality for women in parliamentary politics. Targets and quotas are working. In Australia, we already have evidence that affirmative action targets change the diversity of governments. Since the Australian Labor Party (ALP) passed its first affirmative action resolution in 1994, the party has seen the number of women in its national parliamentary team skyrocket from around 14% to 50% in recent years.

Instead of trying to “fix” women—whether by training or otherwise—the ALP worked on fixing the structures that prevent women getting preselected, elected, and having fair opportunities to be leaders.

There is also clear evidence of the benefits of having more women in leadership roles. A recent report from Westminster Foundation for Democracy and the Global Institute for Women’s Leadership (GIWL) at King’s College London, shows that where women are able to exercise political leadership, it benefits not just women and girls, but the whole of society.

But even though we know how to get more women into parliament and the positive difference they make, progress toward equality is far too slow. The World Economic Forum tells us that if we keep progressing as we are, the global political empowerment gender gap—measuring the presence of women across Parliament, ministries, and heads of states across the world— will only close in another 95 years . This is simply too long to wait and, unfortunately, not all barriers are diminishing. The level of abuse and threatening language leveled at high-profile women in the public domain and on social media is a more recent but now ubiquitous problem, which is both alarming and unacceptable.

Across the world, we must dismantle the continuing legal and social barriers that prevent women fully participating in economic, political, and community life.

Education continues to be one such barrier in many nations. Nearly two-thirds of the world’s illiterate adults are women. With COVID-19-related school closures happening in developing countries, there is a real risk that progress on girls’ education is lost. When Ebola hit, the evidence shows that the most marginalized girls never made it back to school and rates of child marriage, teen pregnancy. and child labor soared. The Global Partnership for Education, which I chair, is currently hard at work trying to ensure that this history does not repeat.

Ensuring educational equality is a necessary but not sufficient condition for gender equality. In order to change the landscape to remove the barriers that prevent women coming through for leadership—and having their leadership fairly evaluated rather than through the prism of gender—we need a radical shift in structures and away from stereotypes. Good intentions will not be enough to achieve the profound wave of change required. We need hard-headed empirical research about what works. In my life and writings post-politics and through my work at the GIWL, sharing and generating this evidence is front and center of the work I do now.

GIWL work, undertaken in partnership with IPSOS Mori, demonstrates that the public knows more needs to be done. For example, this global polling shows the community thinks it is harder for women to get ahead. Specifically, they say men are less likely than women to need intelligence and hard work to get ahead in their careers.

Other research demonstrates that the myth of the “ideal worker,” one who works excessive hours, is damaging for women’s careers. We also know from research that even in families where each adult works full time, domestic and caring labor is disproportionately done by women. 5

In order to change the landscape to remove the barriers that prevent women coming through for leadership—and having their leadership fairly evaluated rather than through the prism of gender—we need a radical shift in structures and away from stereotypes.

Other more subtle barriers, like unconscious bias and cultural stereotypes, continue to hold women back. We need to start implementing policies that prevent people from being marginalized and stop interpreting overconfidence or charisma as indicative of leadership potential. The evidence shows that it is possible for organizations to adjust their definitions and methods of identifying merit so they can spot, measure, understand, and support different leadership styles.

Taking the lessons learned from our shared history and the lives of the extraordinary women across the world, we know evidence needs to be combined with activism to truly move forward toward a fairer world. We are in a battle for both hearts and minds.

Why this year matters

We are also at an inflection point. Will 2020 will be remembered as the year that a global recession disproportionately destroyed women’s jobs, while women who form the majority of the workforce in health care and social services were at risk of contracting the coronavirus? Will it be remembered as a time of escalating domestic violence and corporations cutting back on their investments in diversity programs?

Or is there a more positive vision of the future that we can seize through concerted advocacy and action? A future where societies re-evaluate which work truly matters and determine to better reward carers. A time when men and women forced into lockdowns re-negotiated how they approach the division of domestic labor. Will the pandemic be viewed as the crisis that, through forcing new ways of virtual working, ultimately led to more balance between employment and family life, and career advancement based on merit and outcomes, not presentism and the old boys’ network?

This history is not yet written. We still have an opportunity to make it happen. Surely the women who led the way 100 years ago can inspire us to seize this moment and create that better, more gender equal future.

• December 7,1894: Welcome home meeting for Catherine Helen Spence at the Café de Paris. [ Register , Dec, 19, 1894 ]
• Clare Wright, You Daughters of Freedom: The Australians Who Won the Vote and Inspired the World , (Text Publishing, 2018).
• Janette M. Bomford, That Dangerous and Persuasive Woman, (Melbourne University Press, 1993)
• Cordelia Fine, Delusions of Gender: The Real Science Behind Sex Differences, (Icon Books, 2010)

This piece is part of 19A: The Brookings Gender Equality Series.  Learn more about the series and read published work »

About the Author

Julia gillard, distinguished fellow – global economy and development, center for universal education.

Gillard is a distinguished fellow with the Center for Universal Education at the Brookings Institution. She is the Inaugural Chair of the Global Institute for Women’s Leadership at King’s College London. Gillard also serves as Chair of the Global Partnership for Education, which is dedicated to expanding access to quality education worldwide and is patron of CAMFED, the Campaign for Female Education.

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Goal 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

Gender equality is not only a fundamental human right, but a necessary foundation for a peaceful, prosperous and sustainable world. There has been progress over the last decades, but the world is not on track to achieve gender equality by 2030.

Women and girls represent half of the world’s population and therefore also half of its potential. But gender inequality persists everywhere and stagnates social progress. On average, women in the labor market still earn 23 percent less than men globally and women spend about three times as many hours in unpaid domestic and care work as men.

Sexual violence and exploitation, the unequal division of unpaid care and domestic work, and discrimination in public office, all remain huge barriers. All these areas of inequality have been exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic: there has been a surge in reports of sexual violence, women have taken on more care work due to school closures, and 70% of health and social workers globally are women.

At the current rate, it will take an estimated 300 years to end child marriage, 286 years to close gaps in legal protection and remove discriminatory laws, 140 years for women to be represented equally in positions of power and leadership in the workplace, and 47 years to achieve equal representation in national parliaments.

Political leadership, investments and comprehensive policy reforms are needed to dismantle systemic barriers to achieving Goal 5 Gender equality is a cross-cutting objective and must be a key focus of national policies, budgets and institutions.

How much progress have we made?

International commitments to advance gender equality have brought about improvements in some areas: child marriage and female genital mutilation (FGM) have declined in recent years, and women’s representation in the political arena is higher than ever before. But the promise of a world in which every woman and girl enjoys full gender equality, and where all legal, social and economic barriers to their empowerment have been removed, remains unfulfilled. In fact, that goal is probably even more distant than before, since women and girls are being hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Are they any other gender-related challenges?

Yes. Worldwide, nearly half of married women lack decision-making power over their sexual and reproductive health and rights. 35 per cent of women between 15-49 years of age have experienced physical and/ or sexual intimate partner violence or non-partner sexual violence.1 in 3 girls aged 15-19 have experienced some form of female genital mutilation/cutting in the 30 countries in Africa and the Middle East, where the harmful practice is most common with a high risk of prolonged bleeding, infection (including HIV), childbirth complications, infertility and death.

This type of violence doesn’t just harm individual women and girls; it also undermines their overall quality of life and hinders their active involvement in society.

Why should gender equality matter to me?

Regardless of where you live in, gender equality is a fundamental human right. Advancing gender equality is critical to all areas of a healthy society, from reducing poverty to promoting the health, education, protection and the well-being of girls and boys.

What can we do?

If you are a girl, you can stay in school, help empower your female classmates to do the same and fight for your right to access sexual and reproductive health services. If you are a woman, you can address unconscious biases and implicit associations that form an unintended and often an invisible barrier to equal opportunity.

If you are a man or a boy, you can work alongside women and girls to achieve gender equality and embrace healthy, respectful relationships.

You can fund education campaigns to curb cultural practices like female genital mutilation and change harmful laws that limit the rights of women and girls and prevent them from achieving their full potential.

The Spotlight Initiative is an EU/UN partnership, and a global, multi-year initiative focused on eliminating all forms of violence against women and girls – the world’s largest targeted effort to end all forms of violence against women and girls.

Facts and figures

Goal 5 targets.

• With only seven years remaining, a mere 15.4 per cent of Goal 5 indicators with data are “on track”, 61.5 per cent are at a moderate distance and 23.1 per cent are far or very far off track from 2030 targets.
• In many areas, progress has been too slow. At the current rate, it will take an estimated 300 years to end child marriage, 286 years to close gaps in legal protection and remove discriminatory laws, 140 years for women to be represented equally in positions of power and leadership in the workplace, and 47 years to achieve equal representation in national parliaments.
• Political leadership, investments and comprehensive policy reforms are needed to dismantle systemic barriers to achieving Goal 5. Gender equality is a cross-cutting objective and must be a key focus of national policies, budgets and institutions.
• Around 2.4 billion women of working age are not afforded equal economic opportunity. Nearly 2.4 Billion Women Globally Don’t Have Same Economic Rights as Men  
• 178 countries maintain legal barriers that prevent women’s full economic participation. Nearly 2.4 Billion Women Globally Don’t Have Same Economic Rights as Men
• In 2019, one in five women, aged 20-24 years, were married before the age of 18. Girls | UN Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Violence Against Children

Source: The Sustainable Development Goals Report 2023

5.1 End all forms of discrimination against all women and girls everywhere

5.2 Eliminate all forms of violence against all women and girls in the public and private spheres, including trafficking and sexual and other types of exploitation

5.3 Eliminate all harmful practices, such as child, early and forced marriage and female genital mutilation

5.4 Recognize and value unpaid care and domestic work through the provision of public services, infrastructure and social protection policies and the promotion of shared responsibility within the household and the family as nationally appropriate

5.5 Ensure women’s full and effective participation and equal opportunities for leadership at all levels of decisionmaking in political, economic and public life

5.6 Ensure universal access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights as agreed in accordance with the Programme of Action of the International Conference on Population and Development and the Beijing Platform for Action and the outcome documents of their review conferences

5.A  Undertake reforms to give women equal rights to economic resources, as well as access to ownership and control over land and other forms of property, financial services, inheritance and natural resources, in accordance with national laws

5.B Enhance the use of enabling technology, in particular information and communications technology, to promote the empowerment of women

5.C Adopt and strengthen sound policies and enforceable legislation for the promotion of gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls at all levels

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The Initiative is so named as it brings focused attention to this issue, moving it into the spotlight and placing it at the centre of efforts to achieve gender equality and women’s empowerment, in line with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

An initial investment in the order of EUR 500 million will be made, with the EU as the main contributor. Other donors and partners will be invited to join the Initiative to broaden its reach and scope. The modality for the delivery will be a UN multi- stakeholder trust fund, administered by the Multi-Partner Trust Fund Office, with the support of core agencies UNDP, UNFPA and UN Women, and overseen by the Executive Office of the UN Secretary-General.

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Essay on Women's Day - 100, 200, 500 Words

On March 8, women from all nations, religions, and cultures are honoured for what they do and have to deal with daily. Women have a unique capacity for overcoming daily challenges with love and care, striving against all odds to improve the world and defend their loved ones through predation. Feminism and the women's rights movement were founded a century ago. Today, in many parts of the world, women are still fighting for their rights and upholding the movement's fundamental principles. It is crucial to uphold current values and further their agendas in order to create a fair and equal society free from gender discrimination. Here are a few sample essays on women’s day.

100 Words Essay on Women's Day

International Women's Day (IWD) is celebrated annually on March 8. It is a day to recognize and celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women around the world. The theme for International Women's Day 2021 was "Choose to Challenge", encouraging individuals to challenge gender bias and inequality, and to create a more inclusive world. On this day, events and activities are organised worldwide to raise awareness about the ongoing struggle for gender equality and to pay tribute to the women who have made a significant impact in their communities and beyond. On International Women's Day, people often make pledges to support women's rights and gender equality, and to take action to create a more equal and just society for all.

200 Words Essay on Women's Day

History of women's day.

The first International Women's Day was held in 1911, organised by the International Socialist Women's Conference. The day was chosen to commemorate the 1908 strike of the International Ladies' Garment Workers' Union in New York, where women demanded better working conditions, pay and the right to vote. Since then, it has grown to become a global day of recognition and celebration of the contributions of women to society.

Importance of Women's Day

International Women's Day is important because it helps to raise awareness about ongoing issues related to gender equality and women's rights. It is an opportunity for people to come together and take action to create a more equal and just society for all. Additionally, it serves as a reminder to acknowledge and appreciate the contributions of women in various fields, from politics to business, from education to healthcare, and many more.

Celebrations

On International Women's Day, events and activities are organised worldwide to raise awareness about the ongoing struggle for gender equality and to pay tribute to the women who have made a significant impact in their communities and beyond. People often make pledges to support women's rights and gender equality, and to take action to create a more equal and just society for all.

In conclusion, International Women's Day is a day to celebrate and recognize the achievements of women around the world. It serves as a reminder to acknowledge and appreciate the contributions of women in various fields. It's an opportunity to reflect on the progress made and the challenges that remain in achieving gender equality. It's also a call to action to work towards creating a more inclusive world for all women.

500 Words Essay on Women's Day

The importance of Women's Day cannot be overstated. It is an opportunity to raise awareness about ongoing issues related to gender equality and women's rights. It is a time to reflect on the progress made and the challenges that remain in achieving gender equality. It's also a call to action to work towards creating a more inclusive world for all women.

However, the need for International Women's Day is not limited to just one day a year. It is a reminder of the ongoing struggles that women face, not just in developing countries but also in developed countries. For example, the #MeToo movement, which began in 2017, brought to light the widespread issue of sexual harassment and assault faced by women in the workplace. The movement sparked a global conversation about the need for change and led to a renewed commitment to creating a safer and more equitable workplace for women.

Another example of the ongoing struggles that women face is the gender pay gap. Despite progress in recent years, women continue to earn less than men in many countries, including developed countries like the United States. This not only affects women's financial well-being but also their ability to achieve financial independence and security.

International Women's Day is not just about highlighting the struggles and challenges that women face but also about celebrating their achievements and contributions to society. It is an opportunity to honor the trailblazers who have broken down barriers and paved the way for future generations of women. It is also a time to recognize the everyday heroes, the women who work tirelessly to improve their communities and the lives of those around them.

Story Of Melinda Gates

One real-life incident of a woman who is a prime example of success is the story of Melinda Gates. Melinda Gates is an American philanthropist, businesswoman, and former general manager at Microsoft. Along with her husband, Bill Gates, she co-chairs the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, which is one of the largest private foundations in the world.

Melinda Gates began her career at Microsoft in the 1980s, where she worked as a product manager. She quickly climbed the ranks and became a general manager, overseeing the development of several successful products. Despite her success at Microsoft, she left the company in 1996 to focus on her family and her philanthropic work.

In 2000, Melinda and Bill Gates established the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, which focuses on improving global health, reducing extreme poverty, and increasing access to technology. Under Melinda's leadership, the foundation has been instrumental in funding programs that have saved millions of lives, particularly in developing countries.

Melinda Gates is also an advocate for women's rights and gender equality. She has been vocal about the importance of investing in women and girls, and has worked to increase access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities for women around the world.

Melinda Gates is a prime example of success. Not only did she have a successful career at Microsoft, but she also dedicated her life to philanthropy and improving the lives of millions of people through her foundation. She is an advocate for women's rights and gender equality, and she is a role model for many women.

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(WOMENSENEWS)–Eighty-four years ago today women gained the right to vote. Over time, we have gained the numerical superiority to be the critical factor in the outcome of this crucial national election. Only one threshold remains: The will, the determination, to exert our authority in the voting booth this fall. Women’s eNews is banking on women having all of the above. Many studies have shown that women do better when more women are in power. The U.S. ranks 59th in the world for elected female representatives to our national legislature, with only 14 female senators and 60 female members of House. Thus, while other media at this point is consumed with discussing who did what during the Vietnam War and the debate over the invasion of Iraq, Women’s eNews will be delivering news–straight up to Election Day–about the presidential candidates’ positions on issues of particular concern to women. We will also closely cover the runs by female politicians–Republican and Democratic–for the Senate, the U.S. House of Representatives and the governor’s mansions. We take a different approach. At next week’s Republican Convention, our reporters will be looking for stories about female candidates and women’s issues, just as they did at the Democratic Convention. Thus, Women’s eNews will be covering the races that could land more women in higher office and change these numbers for the better. And we will package it for you. To read any of our election stories or the series, just go to our home page, https://womensenews.org , and click on the campaign image in the center of the page for a full listing and links to our campaign coverage. As we gather more information, we will put it all together in an interactive map indicating what we will call the HOT PINK races. These races are not about red or blue. These are the elections that could significantly affect the well-being of women. These ranks could swell this year, with such Senate candidates as Democrats Nancy Farmer in Missouri, Betty Castor in Florida and Inez Tenenbaum in South Carolina, all of whom are running surprisingly strong campaigns. Republican Lisa Murkowski in Alaska is also looking at a chance to be elected to a full term in her own right. We will also track a host of other female candidates likely to win seats in the House and follow the race that could give the keys to the Washington governor’s mansion to Christine Gregoire.

Female Swing Voters Have Race’s Outcome in Their Hands

Around 60 percent of undecided voters and a majority of swing voters are women, according to pollsters at a press conference this week. Unmarried women, especially young, unmarried, undecided women are the most likely to stay at home on Nov. 2, according to these analysts. In the last presidential election, unmarried women made up the largest group of eligible voters who did not register or who did not vote: 22 million unmarried women who were eligible to vote didn’t cast a ballot and 16 million did not register. This year, estimates are that less than half of all single women between ages 18 and 34 will not register or not vote. In fact, many see politics as something “old white men do” reports The White House Project, an organization dedicated to fostering women’s participation in the electoral process.

Young Female Voters at Risk

Young female voters, however, are the ones who most need to go to the polls. They are most at risk for experiencing avoidable life-changing events. They are most at risk for unwanted pregnancies; most at risk for poverty; most at risk for suffering employment discrimination; most at risk for rape and other forms of violence; and most at risk for believing that these events reflect a personal failure of a sort. And these voters, pollsters say, also believe the presidential candidates do not understand their needs or how they live their daily lives. These voters also say the presidential candidates have not expressed strong views on the issues they care about: access to health care, job equity and family violence. A recent Lifetime Television and Rock the Vote poll indicated that fewer than 20 percent of women between the ages of 18 and 34 believed that either presidential candidate understood women like them very well.

In-Depth Coverage of Issues

So in addition to covering the races, Women’s eNews has produced two special reports that take an in-depth look at national issues of particular concern to women now. The first, by health specialist Molly M. Ginty, was a three-part series detailing the presidential candidates’ proposals for changing the U.S. health care system. https://womensenews.org/article.cfm/dyn/aid/1965/ The second includes a five-part series, “Mothers Without a Net,” by poverty reporter Jennifer Friedlin. It began appearing on Friday, Aug. 6 and the final installment will be published on Friday, Sept. 3. The series is reported from the viewpoint of single mothers. It details how the 1996 welfare law’s child care, child support, domestic violence and block grant provisions have failed to meet the promises made when the law was passed. In fact, the series documents how the current federal support system for single-parent families has helped many women gain jobs but has also pushed many other single mothers into deepest poverty. Women’s eNews is also aware that all women, but especially younger women, care deeply about reproductive freedom and the availability of reproductive health care–from emergency contraception to the so-called Gag Rule applied to international family planning. Women’s eNews award-winning coverage of issues related to reproductive health and autonomy will continue throughout the campaign. When we write about a candidate, we will make clear her or his position on these vital concerns. In fact, we will stay up late election night, posting on our Web site until 3 a.m. the results of the races in which women are running and women’s issues are paramount. This is all hoping that if we do our job well, inform our readers on the issues and the candidates concerned about women’s issues, it will make it easier for you, the reader to do your part in honoring Woman’s Equality Day. Vote. And take young women with you. Cherish the opportunity and relish the power. Rita Henley Jensen is editor in chief of Women’s eNews. — Juhie Bhatia assisted in the reporting of this essay. For more information: The White House Project–Vote, Run, Lead.: http://www.voterunlead.org Lifetime Television for Women–Every Woman Counts: http://www.lifetimetv.com/community/olc/ewc/index.html Women’s Voices. Women Vote: http://www.wvwv.org

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Essay on Women’s Day in 200 and 500 words

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Essay on Women’s Day: 8th March is annually celebrated as Women’s Day all over the world. Women´s Day is a global celebration that glorifies the remarkable achievements, toughness, and determination of women throughout history and worldwide. The day serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing struggle as well as success for gender equality, the rights of women, and their invaluable contributions to society. The day encourages society to appreciate the strength and courage of women and also raise awareness about the challenges they continue to face such as gender-based violence and unequal opportunities. It is a day to inspire the future generations to continue towards a more just and equitable society. 

‘Each time a woman stands for herself, she stands for all the women’ – Maya Angelou

Table of Contents

• 1 Essay on Women’s Day in 200 words
• 2.1 Women’s Day Celebrations
• 2.2 Women in Science
• 2.3 Nobel Prize Winner
• 2.4 Environmental Activists
• 2.5 Conclusion

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Essay on Women’s Day in 200 words

Women’s Day is celebrated annually on March 8th. It is an event that pays tribute to the remarkable achievements of women across the various spheres of life. The day serves as an alarm for the struggles and triumphs of women worldwide and serves as an opportunity to reflect on the progress that is still to be made.

The origin of Women´s Day can be traced back to the early 20th century when women were fighting for their rights and equality including the right to vote, work and receive an education. 

The first women’s day was observed in the United States on February 28, 1909. It was not recognized until the United Nations, in the year 1975 officially recognized March 8th as International Women’s Day.

Throughout history, women have made important contributions to society. From innovative scientists like Marie Curies, who became the first woman to win a Nobel Prize to Amelia Earhart, who broke the stereotype barriers in the field of aviation and has consistently proven their strength and capability. 

In politics, how can we forget Indra Gandhi, also known as The Iron Lady , the first female Prime Minister of India, and Angela Merkel, the first female Chancellor of Germany, who have shattered the glass ceiling of society and paved the way for future generations of female leaders? Their achievements have inspired countless women to pursue their dreams and aspirations, regardless of social norms and expectations.

Despite these remarkable achievements, women are still facing numerous challenges which include inequality in payment, and limited access to education, and healthcare. But together we can break down the barriers that create the hindrance in the empowerment, respect, and value for their unique talents and perspectives. 

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Essay on Women’s Day in 500 words

Women´s Day is a celebration that is celebrated across the world beyond borders and cultures. The day recognizes the remarkable achievements of women and their contributions to society. The day serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing hardships of gender inequality and the importance of empowering women in all aspects such as STEM fields healthcare, rural development, and environmental leadership.

Women’s Day Celebrations

Women’s Day celebrations vary from place to place. In schools, workshops and events are organized based on themes like women’s rights, gender equality, and empowerment. Influential speakers and activists are invited to share their insights and experiences.

At social and cultural events, exhibitions featuring women artists or art that reflects women’s stories and struggles are organized. Plays, dance recitals, or concerts that highlight women’s achievements are conducted to spread awareness of women’s rights and empowerment.

Women in Science

Throughout our history, women have faced many challenges and obstacles but with their determination and perseverance, they have overcome these challenges and made a significant march towards equality. Whether it is the field of Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) women have defined the morals and values of becoming a developer and innovator.

One such example is the Late Kalpana Chawla, an Indian-American astronaut who became the first woman of Indian descent to go to space. Her strong determination and dedication to space exploration have inspired countless young girls and women around the world to follow their passion in the STEM field.

Nobel Prize Winner

On the international stage, women like Malala Yousafzai, the youngest Nobel Prize winner, have successfully achieved the cause of education for girls. In this educational cause, she risks her life and shows immense courage to shed light on the important issue of empowering women through education, as a fundamental human right. She better understood educating girls is the key driver of economic and social development.

Other women who have received Nobel prizes are Aung San Suu Kyi of Myanmar, Jennifer Anne Doudna, Ada Yonath of the USA, etc.

Environmental Activists

Women have also emerged as powerful in the change of climate and environmental degradation. Famous public figures like Wangari Maathai, the Kenyan environmental activist and Nobel Prize winner, have demonstrated the crucial role of women in promoting sustainable practices and the protection of the planet for future generations. 

Despite all the glory and achievements, women still face challenges like sexual harassment, gender bias, lack of flexible working hours, social norms and cultural practices and many more. 

On this Women’s Day, let us celebrate the extraordinary accomplishments of women and recommit ourselves to the pursuit of gender equality. By providing equal opportunities, access to resources, and the help of support systems, we can unlock the potential of women today and tomorrow and pave the way for future generations. 

Practise to champion the rights and aspirations with the assurance that no woman will remain behind, which will in a real way be a celebration of Women’s Day. 

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Ans. To write an essay about Women’s Day, one can discuss its history, importance, and the achievements of women across the fields. One can also highlight the challenges women face in their daily lives and emphasise the importance of gender equality and empowerment of women in the world. 

Ans. Here are the two lines of samples on Women’s Day: 1. Celebrating the strength, accomplishments and achievements of women worldwide. 2. Women’s Day is a day to honour the past, inspire the present, and pave the way for a more equitable future.

Ans. The best inspirational quote for Women’s Day can be extracted from the quote of W.E.B. DuBois, who says¨There is no force more powerful than a woman determined to rise.¨

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500 words essay on women rights.

Women rights are basic human rights claimed for women and girls all over the world. It was enshrined by the United Nations around 70 years ago for every human on the earth. It includes many things which range from equal pay to the right to education. The essay on women rights will take us through this in detail for a better understanding.

Importance of Women Rights

Women rights are very important for everyone all over the world. It does not just benefit her but every member of society. When women get equal rights, the world can progress together with everyone playing an essential role.

If there weren’t any women rights, women wouldn’t have been allowed to do something as basic as a vote. Further, it is a game-changer for those women who suffer from gender discrimination .

Women rights are important as it gives women the opportunity to get an education and earn in life. It makes them independent which is essential for every woman on earth. Thus, we must all make sure women rights are implemented everywhere.

How to Fight for Women Rights

All of us can participate in the fight for women rights. Even though the world has evolved and women have more freedom than before, we still have a long way to go. In other words, the fight is far from over.

First of all, it is essential to raise our voices. We must make some noise about the issues that women face on a daily basis. Spark up conversations through your social media or make people aware if they are misinformed.

Don’t be a mute spectator to violence against women, take a stand. Further, a volunteer with women rights organisations to learn more about it. Moreover, it also allows you to contribute to change through it.

Similarly, indulge in research and event planning to make events a success. One can also start fundraisers to bring like-minded people together for a common cause. It is also important to attend marches and protests to show actual support.

History has been proof of the revolution which women’s marches have brought about. Thus, public demonstrations are essential for demanding action for change and impacting the world on a large level.

Further, if you can, make sure to donate to women’s movements and organisations. Many women of the world are deprived of basic funds, try donating to organizations that help in uplifting women and changing their future.

You can also shop smartly by making sure your money is going for a great cause. In other words, invest in companies which support women’s right or which give equal pay to them. It can make a big difference to women all over the world.

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Conclusion of the Essay on Women Rights

To sum it up, only when women and girls get full access to their rights will they be able to enjoy a life of freedom . It includes everything from equal pay to land ownerships rights and more. Further, a country can only transform when its women get an equal say in everything and are treated equally.

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Question 1: Why are having equal rights important?

Answer 1: It is essential to have equal rights as it guarantees people the means necessary for satisfying their basic needs, such as food, housing, and education. This allows them to take full advantage of all opportunities. Lastly, when we guarantee life, liberty, equality, and security, it protects people against abuse by those who are more powerful.

Question 2: What is the purpose of women’s rights?

Answer 2: Women’s rights are the essential human rights that the United Nations enshrined for every human being on the earth nearly 70 years ago. These rights include a lot of rights including the rights to live free from violence, slavery, and discrimination. In addition to the right to education, own property; vote and to earn a fair and equal wage.

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Women's Equality Day 2023: Theme, Date, History, Significance & More

Women's equality day 2023: it is observed on august 26 annually all over the globe. the day aims to promote gender equality, eliminating all kinds of gender-based discrimination..

Women’s Equality Day 2023: August 25 is observed as a day to celebrate the equal status of women all over the globe. The day commemorates the declaration of the 19th Amendment of the US Constitution in 1972. It aims to ensure equal participation of women in every sphere of the world, from education to employment.

This article will take you back to history and will help you learn about the theme, history and significance of Women's Equality Day.

Women’s Equality Day 2023 Theme and Date

Mahatma Gandhi once addressed the woman as the companion of a man who is gifted with equal mental capacity. So, why women can’t vote? This thought led to the formation of the 19th Amendment of the US Constitution on August 26.

Women’s Equality Day History

The first celebration of Women’s Equality Day was marked on 26 August 1972. The day celebrates the declaration of the 19th Amendment in 1920 to the US Constitution which granted women the right to vote. This amendment states, "The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex."

Bella Abzug, a congresswoman from New York, requested that the 26th of August be recognized as Women's Equality Day in 1971. Later, U.S. Secretary of State Bainbridge Colby issued a public statement extending voting rights to women in the United States. The first official declaration of Women's Equality Day was issued in 1972. 

Significance of Women’s Equality Day 2023

• The day applauds the progress of women in every field, politics, science, arts, sports, business, and more. It encourages women to move forward to create a better space.
• Women’s Equality Day is an opportunity to initiate discussions, and actions for a gender-equitable society.
• It focuses on all the concerns around gender, such as gender disparities, not only in voting rights but also in terms of education, employment, leadership roles, and representation in different sectors.
• Women’s Equality Day is also an opportunity to raise awareness about the rights of women. It promotes continuous actions to eliminate gender disparity.
• Also, Women’s Equality Day is a foundation for a better future that encourages one and all to contribute towards a society with no discrimination. 

In conclusion, Women’s Equality Day is an important journey towards gender parity. The day serves as a yearly reminder to discuss, access and exercise some major steps to achieve gender equality. Happy Women’s Equality Day 2023!

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International Women’s Day 2024: 8 Compelling Essay Ideas On Women’s Day For Students

Ahead of International Women’s Day 2024, here are some of the compelling ideas that you can consider for writing essays on Women’s Day. 

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Inspirational Women's Day Essay

This beautiful creation of the God! The angel on the earth makes our life a wonderful experience all together. Imagining life without a woman is quite hard-hitting. This angel shakes the cradle with one hand the earth with the other hand. The fact that all the great people of the world are born from the womb of a woman and it is a woman from whom those great people have taken their initial teachings. And that is the reason we have always emphasized upon giving the due respect to women in their life. And that is why women’s day is celebrated with so much of zeal and it has spread throughout the world.

To teach people the various roles played by women in different spheres of life in various organizations and educational intuitions and various national and international platforms, women’s day speeches are delivered. Here are some sample Women’s Day Essays for the upcoming event:

1. Celebrating Woman is a way of feeling gratitude to the each and every woman in one’s life, be it in the professional or the personal life. International Women’s day is observed every year on 8th of March and it is observed around the world to celebrate the velour of women. In most of the country the day has been observed as a national holiday. Women from various cultural and ethnic groups come together crossing all the boundaries to remember their struggle of many decade for peace, justice, equality and development. The day allows women to raise her voice for an equal opportunity in whatever field she wants to participate in; same a man is provided with.

2. The bottom line of celebrating women’s day is due to the wide spread differences in various fields- the pay difference of 14.9% between men and women, only 21.4% of seats for women in parliament around the world, lack of awareness for women education and many more.

International women’s Day all about feeling women realize their worth and giving them boost to achieve as per their actual potential. On this day the world unites to appreciate their courage to cross all the hurdles and make such tremendous improvement in all most all the spheres of life. Besides that, it is the most important thing to be given emphasis is the work that still needs to be done to fill that gap completely that had existed from ages.

3. A general myth that exists in the society is that issues related to women empowerment can only be addressed at an infinitesimally slower pace. Many people out there in society believe that the gender gap not really exits and some are also of the belief that the efforts made by individuals cannot actually make difference to the gender gap that exists in the society. These beliefs have over the years debilitated the power of women. The first in this Endeavour to eradicating this deep rooted menace is realizing that the problem can only be identified and solved by interacting with the people who are actually irrational taboos of the society. On this day we must realize that every single person’s contribution towards fighting a threat of the society counts. International women’s day is all about being aware of the fact that each individual has to work in their own way for changing the ugly face of the society.

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