Women’s Equality Day in 2023: The Date, History, Meaning, Theme, And Other Vital Information

People are commemorating this significant day today, August 26. This holiday honors the 19th Amendment to the US Constitution, which safeguards fundamental rights for women and outlaws all types of violence and discrimination against them. This day emphasizes how crucial gender equality is.

History of Women’s Equality Day in 2023
Women’s Equality Day has a long history that dates back to 1920. On August 26, 1920, the US Constitution’s 19th Amendment, which forbids the federal and state governments from restricting the right to vote on the basis of gender, was officially ratified. The inaugural Women’s Equality Day was celebrated in 1971, during the campaign for the Equal Rights Amendment and women’s equality. On August 26, 1970, the National Organization for Women (NOW) asked women to take part in a statewide “strike for equality,” which is when Women’s Equality Day was first observed.

2023 Women’s Equality Day: Importance

Women’s Equality Day is a significant event because it honors the liberation, uniqueness, and equality of women. The people who devoted their life to the struggle for women’s equality are honored and remembered. This day also honors the accomplishments of women worldwide at all levels. Despite being an essential component of our society, women still struggle to exercise their basic human rights.

2023 International Women’s Day: Theme
The year 2023’s Women’s Equality Day will have the theme “Embrace Equality.” The theme for Women’s Equality Day in 2022 was “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.”

Quotes for Women’s Equality Day in 2023
When we are silenced, we become aware of the value of our voice. Malala Yousafzai.

I’ve discovered through the years that having one’s mind made up and understanding what has to be done reduces fear. Rosa Parks.

A woman who rules in a society dominated by men is really unique. It requires a certain amount of elegance, courage, intellect, bravery, and fortitude to never accept “no.” — Rihanna

Because I’ve come to the conclusion that guilt itself, not lipstick, is the enemy; we have a right to both free speech and lipstick; we have a right to be both sexual and serious, or whatever else we want. Cowboy boots are acceptable attire for our revolution. Wolf, Naomi

Even though her chains are totally different from mine, I cannot be free while any woman is. (Audre Lorde)

Every action we do today will have an impact on the future; a movement is nothing more than people moving. Gloria Steinem.

People most often relinquish their authority by believing they lack it. (Alice Walker)

There won’t be any female leaders in the future. Only leaders will be present. Herb Sandberg

We need to live in a society that honors, reveres, and idolizes women just as much as it does males. Watson, Emma

We have to change the way we think about ourselves. Women need to take charge and step up. – Beyonce