International Women’s Day has been celebrated annually on March 8thto denote the inevitable role of women towards a sustainable future.
- International Women’s Day is observed on March 8th annually to celebrate women’s achievement
- The global day also supports the action against gender inequality worldwide
- The 2022 theme for global observance is “Gender Equality Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow”
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History of Women’s Day
The first National Women’s Day was observed on February 28, 1909, with a declaration by the Socialist Party of America due to various demands for women’s rights and equality. Since then, the day had been celebrated on the last Sunday of February until 1913. Clara Zetkin — a German leader and suffragist in the Women’s Office, proposed an annual and international celebration of women’s day by organizing an international women’s conference in August 1910.With several ongoing efforts towards women’s rights, white women in the U.S. were granted the right to vote on August 18, 1920, through the ratification of the 19th Amendment. Finally, in 1965, the incessant productive determinations led to Voting Rights Act for all women.
However, the UN celebrated the first official International Women’s Day during International Women’s Year on March 8, 1975. Finally, in the 2000s the new-age feminism became prominent with the rising internet era.
The 2022 Theme
This year’s theme for observance 2022 is “Gender Equality Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow,” which recognizes and celebrates the leadership of women and girls and honors their impact on a defensible future.The 2022 year remains pivotal in the greatest global contexts like climate change, environmental and disaster risk reduction.
Facts on Gender Bias
- Nearly 70% of the poverty line consists of women.
- It is estimated that women in urban areas head 40% of the poorest households.
- Although 50% to 80% of the world’s food production is predominated by women, they own less than 10% of the land.
- Gender-based violence, worsening sexual and reproductive health, and increasing child marriages may get worsened with climate change.
Appreciate Their Efforts!
Various organizations gather to express the value of women in today’s society. The day strives to educate the public on global issues concerning women and their rights.The United Nations has planned to host a virtual event for International Women’s Day on March 8, 2022, from 10to 11.30 am UTC-5.
“International Women’s Day is an occasion to celebrate the progress made towards achieving gender equality and women's empowerment but also to critically reflect on those accomplishments and strive for a greater momentum towards gender equality worldwide. It is a day to recognize the extraordinary acts of women and to stand together, as a united force, to advance gender equality around the world,” states UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization).
Cherish the presence of women on this International Women’s Day!
References:
- UN Women - (https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us)
- International Women's Day 8 March - (https://www.un.org/en/observances/womens-day)
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