Current Affairs - Important Days - Discussion

Women’s Equality Day is observed annually in the United States on August 26, commemorating the certification of the 19th Amendment in 1920, which granted American women the constitutional right to vote. This day not only celebrates the historical victory of women securing suffrage after decades of activism, including the efforts initiated at the Seneca Falls Convention of 1848, but also serves as a reminder of ongoing struggles. Issues such as wage inequality, underrepresentation of women in leadership, and barriers in healthcare and education highlight the importance of continued advocacy. August 26 remains a powerful symbol of progress and unfinished work toward gender equality.