Women's Equality Day 1997

Tuesday, 26 August 1997

Women's Equality Day is observed in the United States on 26 August, commemorating the certification of the Nineteenth Amendment in 1920 and recognising the ongoing work to advance equal rights for women.

Frequently asked questions

When is Women's Equality Day 1997?
Women's Equality Day 1997 is on Tuesday, 26 August 1997.
What day of the week is Women's Equality Day 1997?
It falls on Tuesday.
How is Women's Equality Day calculated?
This event is observed every year on 26 August.