Women's Equality Day is held annually every August 26 to commemorate the certification of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution. The amendment grants women the right to vote.
In his 2021 proclamation marking the day, President Joe Biden writes:
"Today, as we celebrate Women’s Equality Day, we recognize the pioneers whose fight for suffrage paved the way for future generations of leaders — and we recognize our duty to continue that fight to ensure that our daughters can enjoy the same rights and opportunities as our sons. Let us honor the efforts of trailblazers and barrier-breakers with meaningful action to promote gender equality and make exercising the right to vote more equitable and accessible for all."
Watch as Ms. Lorna Estep, Executive Director for the Air Force Materiel Command, speaks about the importance of celebrating women's equality.
In the video below, Ms. Kathy Watern, Executive Director for Air Force Life Cycle Management Center, speaks about the importance of celebrating women's equality.
In the video below, MSgt Kesha Harper, First Sergeant for the 88th Force Support Squadron, speaks about the importance of celebrating women's equality.