In South Africa, August is Women’s Month, and the 9th of August is National Women’s Day. National Women’s Day honors women’s strength and endurance, as well as their contributions to society and country.
What is the significance of Women’s Day in South Africa?
Women’s Day in South Africa marks an important historical event. On this day sixty-six years ago, 20,000 women marched to the Union Buildings to protest the extension of Pass Laws. During Apartheid, several regulations were enacted to restrict the movement of black women.
What is the significance of Women’s Month?
Since then, the Women’s Month Celebration has acted as a forum for highlighting women’s accomplishments and discussing ongoing and new women’s empowerment and gender equality topics, concerns, difficulties, and commitments.
How do we commemorate Women’s History Month?
Investigate the history of women’s rights.
Be aware of the challenges that women still face today.
Obtain the Feminist Activist Toolkit.
Use social media to raise awareness of Women’s History Month.
Help a women’s non-profit.
Organize a women’s celebration.
What is the significance of women’s history?
Knowing about women’s accomplishments broadens girls’ perceptions of what is achievable. For all of us, understanding women’s capabilities and accomplishments fosters respect and self-esteem, which is critical for all children and people now and in the future. Educators are keen to introduce women’s history to their students.
