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International Women's Day 2024 Date, History and Theme: Mark the date of March 08 in your calendar. On this day the world unites and celebrates International Women's Day. This day is dedicated to recognizing the social, economic, cultural and political upliftment of women and explaining their equality.
The main objective of International Women's Day is to promote women's rights, equality and progress. On this day people remember those women who have made special contributions to the society with their abilities and inspirational works.
People participate in various programs, ceremonies and events on International Women's Day. This day is considered an occasion to promote the importance of equality, safety and respect for women in the society. People stand with women and appreciate their contributions, as well as commit to partnering with women.
International Women's Day inspires people to recognize and support the character, strength and courage of women and invites them to become partners in solving their problems and challenges.
International Women's Day: 2024 Theme
This year’s theme, “Investing in Women: Accelerating Progress”, sets a clear agenda alongside the campaign theme “Inspire Inclusion”. The focus is on urging societies around the world to recognize and harness the potential to include women in all aspects of development. Emphasis is placed on the imperative need to support the development of women, which will accelerate overall progress.
International Women's Day 2024: History and significance
International Women's Day originated in New York in 1857, when female textile workers demonstrated against poor working conditions and low pay. This was one of the first organized strikes by working women. The momentum continued and by 1911, March 8 was officially recognized as International Women's Day. The United Nations began celebrating this day on 08 March 1975, with this recognition being formalized two years later by the United Nations General Assembly.
International Women's Day 2024: Symbolism through colors
The day is also distinguished by its colours: purple, green and white. Each color has a deep symbolic meaning. Purple color symbolizes justice and dignity, green color symbolizes hope and white color symbolizes purity. Originating from the UK Women's Social and Political Union (WSPU) in 1908, these colors still represent the spirit of International Women's Day today.