Editorial: Accelerate action toward equality for women

Editorial: Accelerate action toward equality for women

International Women's Day is March 8

Today is International Women’s Day Together, we can “Accelerate Action” for Gender Equality – The Tennessee Tribune

International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate the achievements of women around the world and recognize the ongoing fight for gender equality. This year, the focus is on “accelerating action” to create a more inclusive and equitable society. By working together, we can break barriers, challenge biases, and empower women in every sphere of life. It is also essential to honor the contributions of Black women authors whose voices have shaped lite…

Championing Women's Advancement Worldwide

Fifty years after the United Nations first recognized International Women’s Day in 1975, significant progress has been made in advancing women’s rights, but this year’s theme of “Accelerate Action” points to the need for continued forward movement. International Women’s Day (IWD) has a rich history of women’s efforts, by countries and organizations all over the world. Over the years, it has evolved into a globally recognized movement with widesp…

Eight steps to accelerate action for gender equality, By Omowunmi Akingbohungbe

"Advocacy is key to long-term change. Support policies that promote gender equality in the workplace and beyond." The post Eight steps to accelerate action for gender equality, By Omowunmi Akingbohungbe appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Vice President Champions Bold Action on Gender Equality

On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Ghana’s Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has reiterated the country’s commitment to gender equality and the empowerment of women.  Delivering her message in line with this year’s theme, Accelerate Action, she emphasized the need to remove longstanding barriers that hinder women’s full participation in national development. “We do not only recognize the profound contributions of w…

Rokhsana Fiaz OBE: ‘Accelerate action’ for women’s equality

Rokhsana Fiaz OBE (Mayor of Newham, London): ‘Accelerate Action’ is the theme for International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, as we once again mark the phenomenal tenacity of women and girls who show courageous actions in overcoming sexism and misogyny with bravery. Standing as a sisterhood in our schools, workplaces, and social spaces to celebrate IWD is vital. It’s about basking in the energy and power of the collective and drawing inspiration from …