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Celebrate Women's Equality Day and honor the strength and resilience of women everywhere! Let's continue to strive for greater gender equity!
August 26 marks the annual celebration of Women's Equality Day, a day to recognize and honor the achievements of women throughout history. This special day was first declared by Congress in 1971 to commemorate the ratification of the 19th Amendment which gave women in America their right to vote. On this important date, it is important to celebrate all that we have accomplished as a gender, while also recognizing how far we still have yet to go towards true gender equality.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ratification of the 19th Amendment</div><div class='timeline-text'>On August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution granted women the right to vote, a key milestone in the women's rights movement.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Women's Educational Equity Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Educational Amendments of 1972 prohibited sex discrimination in educational programs that received federal assistance, promoting educational opportunities for women.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1972</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Equal Rights Amendment Passes Senate</div><div class='timeline-text'>In 1972, the Equal Rights Amendment passed the Senate but failed to be ratified by enough states. It aimed to guarantee equal rights regardless of sex.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1973</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Supreme Court Affirms Women's Rights</div><div class='timeline-text'>In Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court affirmed that access to safe and legal abortion is a constitutional right, significantly impacting women's health rights.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1974</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Equal Credit Opportunity Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>This act barred discrimination in credit transactions on the basis of sex and marital status, enabling women to secure credit independently.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1981</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Woman on Supreme Court</div><div class='timeline-text'>Sandra Day O'Connor was appointed as the first woman Supreme Court Justice, marking a milestone in women's representation in the judiciary.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Read about the history of women's rights</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend some time reading up on the struggles and successes of the women who paved the way for gender equality. Learn about the suffrage movement, first and second wave feminism, and other important milestones in the fight for women's rights.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a virtual event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Bring together friends and family to celebrate Women's Equality Day with an online gathering. Invite people to share their stories of female empowerment, or host a discussion on gender equality.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer for a cause</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sign up to volunteer with an organization that works to advance women's rights or empower female leaders in your community. You can make a positive impact by donating your time, money, or skills.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Support women-owned businesses</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Head to your favorite local shops owned by women entrepreneurs and stock up on gifts or treats for yourself or friends. Shop online at websites owned by female entrepreneurs, or search for a list of businesses run by women near you.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share inspiring messages</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread positivity on social media by sharing inspirational quotes from successful female leaders or uplifting messages about the power of female empowerment.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Women’s Equality Day celebrates the progress made for gender equality</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Women's Equality Day is a holiday that celebrates women's right to vote, which was granted to them August 26th, 1920 with the passage of the 19th Amendment. It is a day to remember and honor the achievements of women throughout history who fought for our rights and continue fighting today, as well as recognizing how far we still have yet to go towards true gender parity.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Women’s Equality Day encourages conversations about gender equality</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By talking about Women's Equality Day, we can start meaningful conversations about issues related to gender equality and why it's important. These conversations are essential for making real progress in our society, as awareness of different issues such as unequal pay and lack of representation in leadership roles helps us better recognize where there are disparities and work together to address them.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Women’s Equality Day promotes self-reflection on actions</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nonetheless, Women's Equality Day also gives us an opportunity to reflect on our own behaviors and beliefs. This day serves as a reminder for all of us to challenge any gendered stereotypes that may be holding us back, as well as thinking more carefully about words and actions which could perpetuate a discriminatory system or environment. On this day let us strive for collective progress as our individual actions add up towards making real change!</p></div></div>
Women's Equality Day is celebrated on August 26 every year. In 2024 Women's Equality Day will occur on a Monday.
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