Women’s Equality Day is held annually to honour the advancement of women’s rights on August 26. This day marks the day that women in the United States got the right to vote.

It is against the law, according to the United States Constitution, for a state to deny its citizens the right to vote because of their gender.

On Women’s Equality Day, people are reminded of how important it is to respect and honour the women in their lives. It is a day to think about the hard times all women have been through.

Key facts about Women’s Equality Day!

• The purpose of Women’s Equality Day is to honour and celebrate the accomplishments of women in our society.
• It is also an opportunity to give them more power and empower them.
• Women’s Equality Day is also a time to celebrate the past and present accomplishments of women.
• Think about how far women have come despite the problems and oppression they have faced.
• Some common things one could do are to thank women who have been important in your life.
• In addition, one could support locally owned and run businesses that are driven by women.
• Women who are well-known are often asked to speak as featured guests on live and online shows.
• Success stories are shared on different social media sites with the hashtag “#WomensEqualityDay.”
• The online community talks about the problems women face and helps those who need it.

Similar Stories

• Happy Women’s Day!
• National Girl Child Day
• International Day of the Girl Child!
• International Women’s Day!

Watch a video

Check out the importance of Gender Equality explained beautifully by “WorldFish” in the following video. 

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