It is a global celebration that recognises and honors the social, economic, cultural, and political accomplishments of women, while also promoting awareness about women's equality.

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This year, the theme for International Women’s Day is 'Count Her In' aiming to create a more inclusive world for women by uplifting and empowering them.

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At Red Dust, we are dedicated to inclusivity and amplifying the voices of all women, particularly advocating for Aboriginal Women in community to ensure that their needs and perspectives are expressed and shared appropriately. Within our organisation, our Strong Young Women’s program focuses on strengthening the identity and cultural connections of young women, while also supporting their aspirations through a trauma-informed approach. Programming encourages healing and provides two-way learning and education.

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The history of International Women’s Day dates back over a century, during which it served as a platform for advocating change and promoting gender parity. In 1911, International Women’s Day was honoured for the first time, in Austria, Denmark, Germany, Switzerland and Denmark, with over 1 million attendees.

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To learn more about the history of IWD, click here.

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Here are three ways you can participate in International Women’s Day 2024:‍

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1. Recognise the importance of including women and value their contributions to society. You can help bring about positive change by understanding and embracing the inclusion of women. Show your solidarity and inspire others to embrace inclusion by using the hashtags #countherin and #IWD2024 on social media.

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2. Discover more about our recent Strong Young Women’s program, that showcased unity, support, and empowerment. Read about the program here.

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3. Educate yourself about inspirational women, such as Tarna Andrews, a teacher and valued member of Utju for 38 years. To learn more about her remarkable journey, read more about Tarna Andrews here.‍

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Despite the progress and shifts in society, women still face many complex challenges on the path to achieving gender parity. However, every single day offers an opportunity for all individuals to contribute to positive change and strive towards a future that is inclusive for everyone.

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