Business Women Day
About Business Women Day
When is Business Women Day Celebrated? This holiday is always observed on September 22
C’mon ladies, let’s break the glass ceiling. American Business Women’s Day recognizes the value and contributions of women in the business world. The roots of this September 22 holiday go back to the late 1940s. While men were off fighting World War II, women filled the void in the workforce. Overall, they performed well in a previously man’s workforce. The returning soldiers found the women eager to have their men return. But, many working women were not anxious to return to traditional roles in the home. Since this time, women’s roles and contributions in the workforce have grown and evolved.
Currently, women are found in virtually all career fields, from top corporate officers to the Vice President of the United States. However, compensation and promotion still lag behind men in many areas. So, let’s put an end to this discrepancy.
Ladies have a Happy Business Women’s Day!
How to Celebrate American Business Women Day
There are many ways to participate and enjoy this holiday. Here are some of them.
- Obviously, this day focuses upon recognition and acceptance of women in all jobs and career fields.
- Guys, first recognize that women in your career field are equals. Then, treat them as equals.
- Business leaders, it is essential that you take steps to promote a positive environment and a level playing field for all employees.
Today's Quote
“It takes one minute to change your attitude. And, that one minute can change your entire day.” Author Unknown
History and Origin of Business Women Day
Hilary A. Bufton Jr. and three Kansas City businesswomen founded the American Business Women’s Association(ABWA) on September 22, 1949. The first Business Women’s Day was celebrated in 1982.
In 1983 a joint Congressional resolution was passed and signed by President Ronald Reagan proclaiming September 22 as Business Women’s Day. President Ronald Reagan also issued Proclamation 5532 on American Business Women’s Day, in 1986.
This Day in History
Additionally, here are some other things that happened on this day:
- The last people in the U.S. are hanged for witchcraft in Salem, MA. (1692)
- The record for drinking Ketchup belongs to Dustin Phillips (USA). On this day, he drank a 14 oz. bottle of Ketchup through a 1/4″ straw in 33 seconds. (1999)
- MLB baseball manager Tommy Lasorda was born on this day in 1927.
More September 22 Holidays
In addition to Business Women’s Day, here are more September 22 holidays for you to celebrate and enjoy:
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