International Day of Rural Women 2024 Date, Theme, History and Significance: Know About the Day Dedicated to Celebrating and Empowering Rural Women and Girls

International Day of Rural Women 2024 is an annual global observance. International Day of Rural Women 2024 falls on Tuesday, October 15. The day is dedicated to celebrating and empowering rural women and girls. It celebrates the important contributions made by women in rural and indigenous communities to global food security, enhancing rural and agricultural development, and eradicating rural poverty. Even though their work is often undervalued, they work tirelessly to build sustainable and equitable food systems. By empowering rural women and girls, we can promote gender equality, support sustainable agriculture and improve our access to resources. Investing in their well-being is not only the right thing to do, but it is also a key step towards a more just world. International Day of Rural Women Wishes, Messages and Images Take Over Social Media As Netizens Celebrate the Day to Create Awareness of Women and Their Role in Rural Development.

International Day of Rural Women 2024 Date

International Day of Rural Women 2024 falls on Tuesday, October 15.

International Day of Rural Women 2024 Theme

The theme for International Day of Rural Women 2024 is ‘Rural women sustaining nature for our collective future: Building climate resilience, conserving biodiversity, and caring for land towards gender equality and empowerment of women and girls.’

International Day of Rural Women History

The United Nations General Assembly officially established the International Day of Rural Women in 2007 in order to recognise their contributions to food security, agricultural development and poverty eradication. While the UN formally recognised the day only in 2007, many countries were already celebrating it. This celebration highlights the important role that rural women play in shaping our world.

International Day of Rural Women Significance

International Day of Rural Women is a very significant observance. It highlights the important role that rural women and girls play in improving agricultural and rural development, ensuring there is food security and helping eradicate rural poverty. The day aims to recognise their efforts and not let their hard work go unrecognised. In addition to honouring rural women and girls and the contributions made by them, the day also aims to highlight the inequalities and challenges faced by them. International Day of Rural Women Date and Theme: Know the History and Significance of the Global Event Dedicated to Rural Women and Girls.

As we gear up to celebrate International Day of Rural Women 2024, let’s take a moment to honour their efforts and contributions to our communities. Let’s recommit ourselves to supporting them and their rights. Together, let’s create a world where rural women and girls can also thrive and lead better lives.

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