International Women's Day
A Century of Struggle and Celebration for Gender Equality
International Women's Day (IWD), observed annually on March 8th, stands as a pivotal moment in the movement for women's rights. It is a day to acknowledge the remarkable strides women have made across social, economic, cultural, and political spheres, while simultaneously raising awareness about persistent challenges.
A Journey Through History
First Women's Rights Convention
Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Lucretia Mott organize the Seneca Falls Convention.
Garment Workers' Strike
15,000 women march through New York City demanding better working conditions.
'Bread and Peace' Protests
Russian women's protests lead to the establishment of March 8th as IWD.
UN Recognition
The United Nations officially begins celebrating International Women's Day.
IWD Themes Through the Years
2023: DigitALL
Exploring the impact of technology and innovation on the advancement of gender equality.
2023: #EmbraceEquity
Highlighting the importance of not just equality but equity, recognizing that women may need different levels of support to achieve fairness.
2022: #BreakTheBias
Calling for action to challenge and break down gender biases and stereotypes that hinder women's progress.
2021: #ChooseToChallenge
Encouraging individuals to challenge gender inequality and discrimination whenever they encounter it.
2020: #EachforEqual
Emphasizing the collective responsibility of individuals and organizations to create a gender-equal world.
Current Landscape and Data
Economic Impact
$12T
Potential addition to global GDP by 2025 through advancing gender equality
Leadership Gap
32.2%
Women in senior leadership positions globally
Political Power
25%
Women in parliamentary positions worldwide
Data Sources:
- Workforce & Leadership: International Labour Organization (ILO) Statistics 2024
- Political Data: Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Report 2024
- STEM & Financial: World Bank Gender Data Portal 2024
Note: All figures represent global averages. Percentages indicate women's representation in each category.
Global Progress
- 41.9% women in global workforce (2023)
- 39% female board representation in FTSE 100
- 35% women leaders in companies with DEI programs
Source: World Economic Forum Global Gender Gap Report 2024
Areas for Improvement
- 22% global gender pay gap persists
- 2.7B+ women lack equal work opportunities
- Women do 2x more unpaid care work
Source: UN Women's Global Gender Gap Report 2024
IWD 2023 Theme: DigitALL
This year's theme explores the impact of technology and innovation on the advancement of gender equality, addressing critical issues like:
- Digital gender divide and access to technology
- Women's representation in tech leadership
- Online safety and digital rights
- Innovation for gender equality
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