Take a Girl Child to Work Day
April 24, Wednesday
Burgenland, Vienna, Upper Austria, Tyrol
History and purpose of the holiday
Girls' Day was first held in 1993 in the United States at the initiative of the Ms. Foundation for Women, founded by Gloria Steinem. The main goal of the event was to support girls and show them possible career prospects, especially in areas where women have traditionally been underrepresented.
Later, in 2003, the event became known as Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day and began to include the participation of not only girls, but also boys. However, in some places, special attention is still given to girls.
Meaning of the holiday
Motivates girls to choose a career that may not be typical for women.
Supports gender equality and emphasizes the importance of including women in the workplace.
Allows children to see a real work environment, understand what their parents' day is like, and ask questions about different professions.
When is it celebrated?
In the United States, Take a Girl to Work Day is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of April. Dates may vary in other countries.
How is it celebrated?
Employers invite employees' children to participate in special events at the workplace.
Workshops, tours, and presentations are held to show children how a particular company works.
Participants discuss career goals and challenges that professionals in various fields face.