International Women's Day is a global holiday celebrated on March 8 each year at the heart of the women's rights movement. It focuses on issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and violence and abuse against women. Inspired by the universal women's suffrage movement, Women's Day originated in the North American and European labor movements of the early 20th century. But March 8th is not the only day when women and women's issues are in focus.
Here are some other such days.
international women's day
On December 19, 2011, the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed October 11 as International Day of Women to recognize the rights of girls and the unique challenges they face around the world. The day also focuses on the need to promote the empowerment of girls and the realization of their human rights. This helps raise awareness not only of the problems girls face, but also of what happens when those problems are solved. For example, educating girls can help reduce rates of child marriage and disease, and strengthen the economy.
International Girls in ICT Day
International Girls in ICT Day is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of April to raise awareness about the need for more girls and women in information and communication technology.
rose revolution day
The Rose Revolution, an international movement against obstetric violence founded in Spain in 2011, has additionally designated this day as the Day of the Rose Revolution. Affected women have placed roses in front of hospitals and delivery rooms to protest the violence they experienced during childbirth, including messages to doctors and midwives. The Rose Revolution is supported by the UN Women German National Committee.
International Day of Zero Tolerance against Female Genital Mutilation
The day is an annual awareness day hosted by the United Nations on February 6 as part of the United Nations' efforts to end female genital mutilation. This system was first introduced in his 2003 year. This presents an opportunity to build stronger bonds and take concerted action to strengthen our efforts to eradicate this harmful practice, which continues to impact the lives of millions of women and girls. Offers. By 2024, approximately 4.4 million girls around the world, or more than 12,000 girls every day, will be at risk of genital mutilation. Despite significant advances over the years, female genital mutilation remains a serious challenge in many countries.
International day for the elimination of violence against women
The United Nations General Assembly designated November 25 as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. The premise of this day is to raise awareness around the world that women are exposed to rape, domestic violence and other forms of violence. Furthermore, one of the aims of this day is to highlight that the scale and nature of the problem is often hidden. This day was chosen to honor the Mirabal sisters, three political activists from the Dominican Republic who were brutally murdered in 1960 on the orders of Dominican ruler Rafael Trujillo (1930-1961).
international day of women and girls in science
International Day of Women and Girls in Science is an annual observance adopted by the United Nations General Assembly to promote the full and equal access and participation of women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. It is celebrated on February 11th every year. A theme is selected each year to highlight specific areas of focus and discussion, with a focus on gender equality in science. This day is held annually by UNESCO in collaboration with UN Women. Both organizations collaborate with governments, intergovernmental organizations, civil society partners and others to achieve the common goal of promoting the role of women and girls in science and celebrating those already successful in the field. We cooperate with universities and companies.
international rural women's day
International Rural Women's Day is celebrated on October 15th every year. This day is dedicated to the millions of women living in remote rural areas. It aims to celebrate and highlight their achievements and contributions to rural development and agriculture. The day will focus on gender equality and women's empowerment in rural areas. These women include mothers, daughters, and grandmothers in rural areas who contribute by producing food and building agricultural and rural development around the world. It is a reminder that the world cannot progress by ignoring rural communities.
