First of all do you really think there should only be one day to celebrate Men or Women’s day. We all are here existing together, working for the betterment of the world and if we are contributing every day belongs to each one of us. Lets begin with the information on the day.
November 19th is the day, the world celebrates International Men’s Day (IMD), a day that is marked as a dedication to the positive contributions of Men & boys to society and to highlight the issues they face. IMD is an opportunity to promote gender equality and positive male role models.
History of International Men’s Day
The idea of International Men’s Day was first proposed by Dr. Jerome Teelucksingh, professor f History at the University of the West Indies in T&T (Trinidad and Tobago). In 1999, he proposed celebrating IMD on November 19th to commemorate his father’s birth anniversary. Dr. Teelucksingh’s vision for IMD was to create a day that would focus on the issues affecting men and boys, such as health, education, and social justice.
Significance of International Men’s Day
IMD is important for several reasons:
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It highlights the positive contributions of men and boys to society. Men play a vital role in their families, communities, and workplaces. They are fathers, husbands, brothers, sons, friends, and colleagues. They are teachers, doctors, lawyers, engineers, and entrepreneurs. They are artists, musicians, athletes, and writers. They are the backbone of society, and their contributions should be recognized and celebrated.
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It raises awareness of the issues facing men and boys. Men and boys face a number of challenges, including mental health issues, suicide, violence, and discrimination. IMD is an opportunity to bring these issues to light and to start conversations about how to address them.
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It promotes gender equality. IMD is not about pitting men against women. It is about creating a more equitable world for everyone. By celebrating the positive contributions of men, we are also taking a step towards achieving gender equality.
How to Celebrate International Men’s Day
There are many ways to celebrate IMD:
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Learn about the history of IMD and the issues facing men and boys.
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Talk to the men in your life about their experiences and challenges.
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Support organizations that are working to improve the lives of men and boys.
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Volunteer your time to help men and boys in your community.
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Spread the word about IMD on social media using the hashtag #InternationalMensDay.
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Celebrate the men who inspire you. Think of the men in your life who have made a positive impact on you. Tell them how much they mean to you.