2026 Is The Year of the Woman

"First marked in 1911, International Women's Day began as a campaign for women's rights to work, vote and hold public office. Over the past century, it has evolved into a global moment to celebrate women's achievements, highlight gender inequality, support female-focused charities, and push for a more inclusive society. Every year we celebrate IWD on 8th March but it's one day that comes and goes with very little tangible change."

"Though it's slowly shrinking, the gender pay gap still exists, which diminishes women's financial independence, and women are still underrepresented in leadership roles. Around 119 million girls worldwide are out of school, even though investment in girls' education strengthens economics and leads to decreases in the rates of child marriage, child mortality, and maternal mortality. Gender-based violence disproportionately affects women and girls; a woman is killed on average every three days in the UK,"

International Women's Day began in 1911 as a campaign for women's rights to work, vote, and hold public office. Over time it became a global moment to celebrate women's achievements, highlight gender inequality, support female-focused charities, and advocate for inclusion. Annual recognition on 8 March often produces limited tangible change. The gender pay gap and underrepresentation in leadership persist. Around 119 million girls worldwide remain out of school, and investment in girls' education strengthens economies and reduces child marriage and mortality. Gender-based violence remains severe in the UK, and the World Economic Forum estimates 123 years to achieve global gender parity. London On The Inside designates 2026 as its Year of the Woman, focusing content on female-led stories, supporting campaigns, and donating 5% of profits to Women & Girls Network.

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