REGINA — Saskatchewan is participating in the celebration of 60 years of the Status of Women Office during International Women's Day March 8.
Events are being held across the province to recognize International Women's Day, which is celebrated each year to recognize the achievements of women and the impact they have on the world and in communities. This year's United Nations theme is " For ALL women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment."
Since its establishment in 1964, the Saskatchewan Status of Women Office has helped initiatives that have improved equality and offered protection for women in the workplace, the Government of Saskatchewan states in a press release.
Status of women initiatives have increased maternity leave and enhanced supports and resources for women experiencing interpersonal violence along with measures focused on preventing violence and abuse from occurring, the release states.
"While we celebrate the progress made over the past 60 years, we know there is always more work to be done," Minister Responsible for the Status of Women Office Alana Ross said.
"The Status of Women Office works across all levels of government and with community stakeholders to support opportunities that advance women in growing the economy and increases their health and safety. It is all part of our government's focus on making life better for Saskatchewan people."
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