March 7th of every year naim dey mark the eve of International Women’s Day, a global celebration for women’s achievements, progress, and empowerment.
This special day, which is celebrated on March 8th, dey dedicated to recognising the vital roles wey women dey play in shaping societies, economies, and cultures worldwide.
A History of International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day get history wey date back to 1911, when women’s rights activists for United States and Europe begin organize protests and rallies to demand equal rights, including di right to vote.
International Women’s Day: Celebrating Women’s achievements
International Women’s Day na opportunity to celebrate di many achievements of women for various fields, from science and technology to arts and politics.
Women like Marie Curie, Rosa Parks, and Malala Yousafzai don pave di way for future generations, inspiring millions with their courage, resilience, and determination.
Every, single, day, girls and women face discrimination, rights abuses and violations. This #InternationalWomensDay, we stand in solidarity with girls and women around the world whose rights are under threat pic.twitter.com/bmeMSpdF6B
— Plan International (@PlanGlobal) March 7, 2025
Empowering women and girls
Despite di progress wey don dey made, women and girls around di world still dey face numerous challenges, including gender-based violence, unequal access to education and healthcare, and limited economic opportunities.
International Women’s Day na call to action to address dese issues and work towards a more equitable and just society.
Theme of the 2025 International Women’s Day
Dis year’s theme na “Embracing Equity,” wey highlight di importance of promoting equity and challenging stereotypes and biases wey perpetuate inequality.
How to Celebrate
To celebrate International Women’s Day, you fit:
– Attend events and rallies for your community
– Share stories and achievements of women on social media using hashtags like #IWD and #EmbracingEquity
– Support organizations wey work to empower women and girls
– Engage in conversations about gender equality and women’s rights
Conclusion
As we prepare to celebrate International Women’s Day tomorrow, make we come together to recognize di vital contributions women make to our societies and work towards a brighter, more equitable future for all.
