Bahá’í Explorations

International Women’s Day (IWD), observed annually on March 8, is a global celebration that honors the achievements of women and advocates for gender equality. Established in the early 20th century, IWD has grown into a powerful platform for highlighting issues such as women’s rights, gender parity, and social justice. Since 1975, the United Nations has officially sponsored the day, helping to amplify its message worldwide. In many countries, it is recognized as a national holiday, providing an opportunity for communities to come together to celebrate women’s contributions across various fields and to reflect on the ongoing challenges faced in the pursuit of gender equality. IWD activities often include rallies, conferences, and performances, all aimed at inspiring action and fostering a more inclusive world.

Bahá’u’lláh and ‘Abdu’l-Bahá have stated that humanity would not be able to attain peace until equality between women and men has been established. ‘Abdu’l-Bahá likens the world of humanity to a bird with two wings, and the two wings are men and women. He says that until there is equality between these two wings of humanity, the bird of humanity will not soar to the heavens where it belongs.


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International Women’s Day (IWD), day (March 8) honouring the achievements of women and promoting women’s rights. A national holiday in numerous countries, it has been sponsored by the United Nations (UN) since 1975.

Let your vision be world-embracing…” — Bahá’u’lláh