1. Theme
The 2023 International Women’s Day (IWD) theme is #EmbraceEquity. The campaign aims to encourage important conversations on why equal opportunities aren’t enough and why equal isn’t always fair. People start from different places, so true inclusion and belonging require equitable action, the campaign says.
2. Origins
IWD has occurred for well over a century, with the first IWD gathering in 1911 supported by more than million people.
3. Primary sponsor
In 1975, the United Nations celebrated International Women’s Day on 8 March for the first time. Since then, the UN has become the primary sponsor of the annual event.
