Women’s Equality Day in Mecklenburg County: Redefining Her Story: Bright Steps, Bold Futures

Mecklenburg County is celebrating women across the county and across the nation for Women’s Equality Day, marking the 105th anniversary of American women winning the right to vote.

The Board of County Commissioners has proclaimed Aug. 26, 2025, as Women’s Equality Day in Mecklenburg County. Watch the proclamation.

The Mecklenburg County Women’s Advisory Board invites the residents from across Charlotte-Mecklenburg to celebrate Women’s Equality Day at a free community event. The celebration will feature inclusive programming to recognize progress, acknowledge ongoing challenges, and inspire community engagement in pursuit of gender equity.

• Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025
• 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Canteen - Camp North End, 824 Statesville Ave., #100, Charlotte, NC 28206

This year’s event, Redefining Her Story: Bright Steps, Bold Futures, is an opportunity to reflect on progress, uplift women’s voices, and spark conversation around the future of gender equity in our community. Join the Women’s Advisory Board and residents from across the county for a vibrant celebration featuring local talent, including vocalist Ruby Edwards, spoken word artist Michelle Wright, Barre Belle Ballet, Village Studio and Gallery, and more.

About Women’s Equality Day 

In 1973, Congress designated Aug. 26 as Women’s Equality Day. The date was selected to commemorate the 1920 certification of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution, granting women the right to vote. The observance of Women’s Equality Day also calls attention to women’s continuing efforts toward full equality.  

About the Women’s Advisory Board 

The mission of the Women’s Advisory Board is to promote the critical and emerging needs of women in Mecklenburg County through education and service. The Women’s Advisory Board is supported by Mecklenburg County’s Community Support Services department.