International Day of Women Judges 2026: Theme and Background
Why in the news
The annual UN day for women in the judiciary was marked on 10 March 2026 with a fresh theme.
Key facts
- Date: 10 March every year.
- Observed by: the United Nations.
- Proclaimed by: UN General Assembly in 2021.
- Slogan for 2026: “Women Judges on the Bench and Beyond: Protecting Access to Justice”.
Purpose
- Encourage equal participation of women in judicial systems.
- Stress gender equality and fair representation in the judiciary.
Exam angle
- Date of the day: 10 March.
- Year of proclamation: 2021.
- Body that proclaimed it: UNGA.