Current Affairs - Important Days - Discussion

On 11th February 2018, International Day of Women and Girls in Science was celebrated all over the world. United Nations General Assembly declared 11th February as the International Day of Women and Girls in Science in order to gain access and participation for women and girls in science. This day also aims to work towards gender equality and empowerment of women and girls. On this day, celebrations are organized by UNESCO and UN-Women, jointly with institutions and organisations that promote women and girls' participation in science.