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Singles Working Women's Day on August 4th is a day to celebrate the many hardworking single women around the world! This special holiday was created in 2005 by American entrepreneur and author Mika Brzezinski as a way to recognize and appreciate all of the incredible contributions made by working single females. From CEOs, entrepreneurs, lawyers, teachers and more - Single Working Women's Day celebrates each of these amazing women who are making their mark in society.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1920</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Women Win The Vote</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution granted American women the right to vote, a significant step in recognizing women's rights.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1960s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise Of The Women's Liberation Movement</div><div class='timeline-text'>The 1960s saw the rise of the women's liberation movement, which fought for equality for women in the workplace and society.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Single-Parent Households Increase</div><div class='timeline-text'>The number of single-mother households in the USA doubled from the 1970s to 1980, demonstrating the rise of working single women.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Family Medical Leave Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is passed in the USA, granting job-protection for family and medical emergencies.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Single Working Women's Day Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>American entrepreneur and author Mika Brzezinski establishes Single Working Women's Day to acknowledge the contributions of working single women.</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'>Go to a Spa Day</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the day off and treat yourself to a spa day. Get a massage, facial, manicure and pedicure, or whatever else you think you need to relax and unwind.</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'>Have a Girls' Night Out</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your girlfriends and go out for dinner and drinks. Celebrate Single Working Women's Day with fun stories, laughter and memories to last a lifetime.</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'>Host a Potluck</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a potluck dinner with all of your single working women friends. Everyone brings their favorite dish or some drinks to share.</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'>Take a Trip</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Treat yourself to a weekend getaway! Book a flight, rent an Airbnb, or plan a road trip to celebrate Single Working Women's Day in style.</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'>Volunteer</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Give back to your community by volunteering at a local shelter or organization in need of help. It's a great way to make new connections while giving back.</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 acknowledges and celebrates single working women</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Single Working Women's Day is an important reminder that single women are just as capable of contributing to society with their hard work and dedication. It serves to acknowledge the unique struggles and successes that single working women face, while also celebrating their strength and resilience.</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 gender equality</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Single Working Women's day emphasizes the importance of gender equality in the workplace. Despite progress being made in recent years, there still remains a gender pay gap between male and female workers - a disparity that Single Working Women's Day helps to address by highlighting the achievements of successful single working women and advocating for equal pay across all genders.</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 encourages support for single mothers</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Single Working Women's Day is also an important reminder to provide support for single mothers who may be struggling financially or emotionally due to the challenges of balancing both work and parenting responsibilities. Organizations like charities, non-profits, mentorship programs, and child care centers can help provide much needed assistance for these women.</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'>Increasing Percentages of Single Working Women</h3><p class='facts-content'>Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows an increasing trend in the percentage of working women who are single. This reflects their increasing financial independence and societal contributions.</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'>Single Working Women Demonstrate Economic Resilience</h3><p class='facts-content'>Economic studies have shown that single working women often demonstrate resilience in the face of economic downturns, maintaining stable incomes and making savvy financial decisions.</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'>High Levels of Education Among Single Working Women</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the U.S. Census Bureau, single working women are more likely than their married counterparts to have a bachelor's degree or higher, making them a burgeoning force within the educated workforce.</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'>Single Working Women Contribute Heavily to the Housing Market</h3><p class='facts-content'>In recent years, single women have made up a significant portion of home buyers, demonstrating the financial power of this demographic.</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'>Single Working Women are Becoming Entrepreneurs</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to recent studies, there has been a sharp increase in the number of businesses owned by single working women, further showcasing their economic influence and willingness to embrace entrepreneurship.</p></div></div>
Single Working Women's Day is celebrated on August 4 every year. In 2024, Single Working Women's Day will occur on a Sunday.
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