The year 2024 has been a remarkable celebration of women’s accomplishments, achievements, and progress across every industry and stage. Women have continued to make history and inspire future generations, from politics to sports, fashion to entertainment. This year has proven that female voices, talents, and leadership are stronger than ever, setting the tone for a future filled with equality, opportunity, and success. Despite the challenges and obstacles, women have shown resilience and determination, making their achievements even more inspiring.
In sports, women have dominated the global stage with record-breaking performances and groundbreaking achievements. At the 2024 Paris Olympics, stars like Sydney McLaughlin dazzled the world, breaking records in Track and Field that she had set in the first place. While McLaughlin tore up the track at Stade de France in Paris, Simone Biles made her return to gymnastics, adding to her legacy as the most decorated gymnast ever. As women dominated Paris, the WNBA continued to soar in popularity, with players like Caitlin Clark and A’ja Wilson leading their teams and redefining women’s basketball with unmatched talent and leadership. In rugby, Ilona Maher excelled on the field and used her platform to advocate for body positivity and women in sports. From soccer fields to skateparks, where Arisa Trew became the first woman to land a 900, women athletes proved that determination and skill know no boundaries throughout the year.
The political landscape in 2024 was equally historic. Vice President Kamala Harris made headlines as she became the first woman of color to lead a major U.S. presidential ticket and eventually win the popular vote in an election, a decisive moment of representation and leadership. Across the globe, women leaders continued to rise, with significant progress in parliamentary elections and leadership roles. In the U.S. Senate, Angela Alsobrooks of Maryland and Lisa Blunt Rochester of Delaware made history as Black women breaking barriers, proving that representation matters in shaping policies and inspiring future generations. These achievements are not just milestones; they are paving the way for young girls to see they can lead and make a difference, instilling hope for a more inclusive and diverse future.
In entertainment and media, women took center stage, leaving an undeniable mark on culture. The return of the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show celebrated diversity, beauty, and empowerment in a reimagined way. Women dominated the Academy Award season, with directors like Greta Gerwig and actors like Lily Gladstone earning awards for their powerful storytelling. Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour became a cultural and economic phenomenon, breaking records worldwide. We also enjoyed our Brat Summer as Charli XCX released her Grammy-nominated album Brat, which featured a mixed essence of European House Music and British Garage Genre. As much as it was a rocky year, women held space and defied gravity in the end, while we never knew that was happening, for the movie Wicked, which follows two female leads, Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande. The film has amassed over 118 million dollars in box offices in a week, showcasing the diverse and multifaceted achievements of women in 2024.
Whether breaking records, shattering glass ceilings, or inspiring change, 2024 has undoubtedly been the year of the women. The achievements of Sydney McLaughlin, Kamala Harris, Greta Gerwig, Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, and others have not only shown us what is possible when women are given the space to shine, but also how their contributions can shape and transform our society. Women’s achievements this year have laid the groundwork for an even brighter and more inclusive future.
