American women were granted the right to vote on Aug. 26, 1920, and now more than 100 years later, the anniversary of the historical decision is known as National Women's Equality Day.

At a public Women’s Day event, a group of young women interrupted Equality Minister Irene Montero to argue with her about the law, which some feminists argue threatens to erase or displace women.

News. What to know about Women’s Equality Day: Wearing white, representation and more In 1973, the United States Congress officially designated Aug. 26 as Women’s Equality Day.

Save one. The 19th Amendment, granting women the right to vote, belongs squarely on the Mount Rushmore of constitutional improvements. Aug. 26 will celebrate Women's Equality Day, commemorating ...

National Women’s Equality Day became an officially observed day in the 1970s amid battles over the Equal Rights Amendment. In 1971 and again in 1973, Congresswoman Bella Abzug of New York ...

On Aug. 12, 1973, US Congress passed a resolution declaring Aug. 26 would be National Women’s Equality Day. This was introduced by New York State Congresswoman Bella Azbug in 1971.

Women’s Equality Day must not be a painful reminder of a country in decline. It’s up to us to seize the moment and move forward toward equal rights for all.

Its principles focus on celebrating women's achievements and striving for a world with gender equality. Each year, the National Women’s History Alliance designates a theme for the month. For ...