6 International Women’s Day Facts You Need to Know

 

International Women's Day (IWD) greetings! As you may have heard, there are numerous ways to celebrate the day, including supporting women-owned businesses, sending International Women's Day quotes and Happy Women's Day messages to the women in your life, and exchanging International Women's Day flowers. But do you know the fundamental International Women's Day facts, such as what Women's Day is and its history? The answers to both questions (and others) are enthralling. Continue reading to learn everything you need to know about International Women's Day 2021, including the theme and hashtags for this year.

When is International Women’s Day?

Every year on March 8th, International Women's Day celebrates women's rights and inspires people to take action in the ongoing fight for gender equality. The 8th of March falls on a Monday this year.

What is International Women’s Day?

International Women's Day is a global holiday recognized by the United Nations. It recognizes women's contributions to society, raises awareness about the fight for gender equality, and inspires support for organizations that assist women worldwide.

What is the International Women’s Day history?

According to the United Nations, International Women's Day began in America in 1909, when the Socialist Party of America marched through the streets to honor garment workers who had protested inhumane working conditions the previous year. It was called National Women's Day, and it was held on February 28. The Social International established Women's Day in Copenhagen the following year to honor those working for women's rights and universal suffrage.

On March 19, 1911, Austria, Denmark, Germany, and Switzerland observed the first official International Women's Day. More than a million people took part in rallies for suffrage, representation, education, and workers' rights. Over the next few years, more European countries observed the March 8 holiday. It wasn't until March 8, 1975, during International Women's Year, that it was declared an official holiday by the United Nations. Since 1975, the holiday has grown in popularity as a way to honor women all over the world.

What is the International Women’s Day logo?

The International Women's Day logo consists of a looping, arrowed circle with the female (or Venus) gender symbol inset. Groups and organizations that want to use the logo and align with what International Women's Day wants to represent can find out more about the terms of use and how to register for an IWD account on the International Women's Day website.

What is the International Women's Day theme for 2021?

The theme for International Women's Day in 2021 is #ChooseToChallenge, which emphasizes the importance of challenging biases and misconceptions in order to create a more inclusive and gender-equal world. The 2020 theme was #EachforEqual, while the 2019 theme was #BalanceforBetter. The 2018 International Women's Day theme was #PressforProgress, the 2017 theme was #BeBoldforChange, and the 2016 theme was #PledgeforParity.

The UN also announced a theme for 2021: "Women in Leadership: Achieving an Equal Future in a COVID-10 World." The United Nations' theme for 2021 honors the efforts of girls and women in creating a more equal future, as well as the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

What are the International Women’s Day 2021 hashtags?

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