African Women and Girls' Day: Recognizing Strength and Resilience Twenty-fifth of July. In the UN calendar, this date is marked with a special sign — International Day of Women and Girls of African Descent. This is not just another item on the list of international holidays. It is a moment when the world stops to see those who have been too long overlooked. Women and girls whose voices have been muted for centuries, whose achievements have remained in the shadows, and whose struggles have been undervalued. This day is not only about acknowledging their contribution but also about the commitment to change the systemic injustice they face every day. When and How This Day Came About The International Day of Women and Girls of African Descent was established by the United Nations General Assembly in August 2024 through resolution A/RES/78/323. The idea of its creation did not come out of nowhere — it was a logical continuation of the United Nations Decade for People of African Descent (2015–2024), which was proclaimed by the UN to combat racism, discrimination, and xenophobia. The first official celebration took place on July 25, 2025, and since then, this day has been marked annually. The decision of the UN was a response to the systemic inequality that women and girls of African descent face in all spheres of life. As noted in the resolution, they remain one of the most marginalized groups in the world due to racial, gender, and socio-economic discrimination. This day aims not only to pay tribute to their contribution to culture, politics, economy, and public life but also to draw attention to the issues of racism, discrimination, and gender inequality. Why This Day Is Necessary Today The numbers speak for themselves. According to UN data, women of African descent face significant barriers in access to education, health, and employment. According to UNESCO's 2023 report, about 35% of girls in Sub-Saharan African countries do not complete primary education, and the con ... Read more