What Is Women’s Equality Day 2024?

Nahi Rai, MS, LPC, ACS on August 26, 2024

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Women’s Equality Day on August 26th celebrates the passing of the 19th Amendment in 1920 giving women the right to vote. It reminds us of the ongoing fight for gender equality and honors women’s achievements.

Black women continued to fight for their rights, and in 1965, activists like Fannie Lou Hamer, Ella Baker, and Diane Nash helped pass the Voting Rights Act, which made voting easier and more equitable. Learn more

What makes this year’s Women’s Equality Day 2024 so remarkable and significant? As we celebrate the progress made towards gender equality, we also reflect on the work still to be done in achieving true societal parity. It is a time to honor the trailblazing women who have paved the way for future generations, while also recognizing the challenges that women around the world continue to face. This year provides an opportunity to recommit ourselves to the cause of gender equality and to strive for a more inclusive and equitable future for all.

The White House issued a proclamation today with the theme “Women and girls deserve to live free from violence and fear.” Read the entire White House statement here.

Posted by Nahi Rai, MS, LPC, ACS

I earned my BS in Psychology in 2013 and my MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University, CACREP approved in 2018. I’ve been in the mental health field for nearly 10 years while completing my Professional Counselors Licensure. My coursework and experiences have prepared to work with a wide-range of clients of any age. I make every effort to create a stress free, non-judgmental, and positive environment for all clients. I work towards building a trusting and respectful relationship where clients feel comfortable to share their feelings and stories.

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