International Day of Rural Women 2025

Rural women are vital leaders in their communities, playing a key role in tackling global challenges such as poverty, hunger and the climate crisis.

On Wednesday’s International Day of Rural Women — and every day — we can all:

Recognize their work as food providers and protectors of the environment.

Call for their participation in community decision-making.

Advocate for rural areas where women have the same opportunities as men.

Join #AWEC in calling for bold action to advance the equality, rights and empowerment of women and girls living in rural settings.