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March 1 marks the beginning of Gender Equality Month, a time to celebrate and advocate for equal rights and opportunities for all genders. This month-long observance was first established in 1977 by the United Nations as an effort to promote gender equality and empower women around the world. It's a time to recognize how far we've come in terms of gender equality, but also acknowledge the work that still needs to be done. So join the movement, spread awareness, and take action towards creating a more inclusive and equal society for everyone!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1945</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UN Charter</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations Charter is the first international agreement to affirm the principle of equality between women and men.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1975</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Conference on Women</div><div class='timeline-text'>Costa Rica: UN organizes the first World Conference on Women. The conference marks 1975 as International Women's Year.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1977</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UN Establishes Gender Equality Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United Nations establishes March as Gender Equality Month to promote equal rights and opportunities for all genders.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Beijing Declaration & Platform for Action</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing, China, forms the most progressive blueprint for advancing women's rights.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>SDG Gender Equality Goal</div><div class='timeline-text'>The UN adopts Sustainable Development Goal 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Record Number of Women Elected</div><div class='timeline-text'>A record number of women are elected to Congress in the United States, symbolizing strides towards political gender equality.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a gender equality workshop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather a group of friends or colleagues and organize a workshop to discuss and raise awareness about important gender equality issues. This can be a great way to educate others and spark meaningful conversations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a gender equality rally or march</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Join others in your community and attend a rally or march focused on promoting gender equality. This can be a powerful way to show your support and make your voice heard.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer with organizations that support gender equality</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find local organizations that are dedicated to promoting gender equality and volunteer your time to help their cause. This is a great way to make a difference and give back to your community.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself on gender equality issues</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to educate yourself on important gender equality issues and how they affect different communities. This can help you become a better advocate for gender equality and understanding of others' experiences.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Support gender equality businesses and products</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Do some research and support businesses and products that are committed to promoting gender equality. This can be a simple but impactful way to show your support and contribute to the cause.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates progress and change</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Gender Equality Month is a time to reflect on the strides we have made towards achieving equality for all genders. It serves as a reminder of the progress that has been made and the work that still needs to be done to achieve true equality.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes inclusivity and diversity</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Celebrating Gender Equality Month means acknowledging and uplifting all genders, including those that may be marginalized or underrepresented. It reminds us of the importance of creating an inclusive and diverse society where everyone's voices are heard and valued.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It inspires action and advocacy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By bringing attention to the issues surrounding gender equality, this month encourages individuals to take action and become advocates for change. It reminds us that small actions can lead to big impacts and empowers us to create a more equal world for future generations.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Men and Women are Perceived Differently in Leadership</h3><p class='facts-content'>Studies have shown that men in leadership roles are often praised for assertive behavior, while women displaying the same intensity can be negatively labeled.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Gender Pay Gap is Still a Global Issue</h3><p class='facts-content'>As of 2020, globally, women only make 81 cents for every dollar earned by men.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Violence Against Women is a Major Impediment to Gender Equality</h3><p class='facts-content'>Globally, an estimated 35% of women experience some form of physical and or sexual intimate partner violence or non-partner sexual violence in their lifetime.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Women are Underrepresented in Government Worldwide</h3><p class='facts-content'>As of 2021, less than 25% of all national parliamentarians were women. It's a small increase from 1995, when women made up less than 10% of parliamentarians globally.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Education Equality has Made Progress but Inequalities Persist</h3><p class='facts-content'>Although the global enrollment rates for primary education are now similar for girls and boys, disparities emerge in secondary education, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa and Southern Asia.</p></div></div>
Gender Equality Month is celebrated on March 1 every year. In 2024 it will occur on a Friday.
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