The Association of Naval Services Officers (ANSO) joins the Nation in celebrating Women’s Equality Day – August 26!
Annually, Women’s Equality Day celebrates the anniversary of the adoption of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution on August 26, 1920. Since 1971, this date has commemorated the numerous accomplishments of American women and men who changed the trajectory of our Nation by guaranteeing women the right to vote. The recurring theme, “Celebrating Women’s Right to Vote,” acknowledges those who marched, lobbied, spoke out and ensured that women would be heard and ultimately achieve equal voting rights.
In recent decades, girls and women have emerged who are steadfast in their determination to achieve equality and civil rights as they galvanize others across the country and around the world to join in the quest for women’s rights and equal opportunity. Furthermore, just one year after one of the most historic years in politics for American women, the influence of female legislators has reached a tipping point bringing new perspectives and collaborations that directly impact our national and local governments. These women, along with millions of others, honor suffragettes as they vote in record numbers, wage campaigns for local and national offices and serve with distinction at all levels of government.
The remarkable advances of women in government, military service and virtually all aspects of American life inspire generations of youth to elevate their service to our Nation. We salute those individuals who teach, mentor and coach female leaders and encourage their active participation in our democracy.
Women’s Equality Day is an opportunity to highlight the achievements of civilian and military women and their contributions to the Military, our Nation and the world.
* Women in Service Review (WISR) Implementation – https://www.defense.gov/Portals/1/Documents/pubs/Fact_Sheet_WISR_FINAL.pdf
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