Republic Act No. 6949

: The title of Republic Act No. 6949 is "An Act to Declare March Eight of Every Year as a Working Special Holiday to be Known as National Women's Day."
: March 8 of every year is declared as National Women's Day.
: March 8 is declared as a working special holiday.
: To recognize and celebrate National Women's Day through meaningful observance and activities.
: Heads of government agencies, instrumentalities, government-owned and controlled corporations, local government units, and employers in the private sector are required to encourage participation.
: They must encourage and provide sufficient time and opportunities for their employees to engage and participate in activities conducted within their offices or establishments to celebrate National Women's Day.
: No, it is a working special holiday.
: The Act took effect two (2) days after its publication in at least two (2) national newspapers of general circulation.
: It was approved by President Corazon C. Aquino.
: It ensures meaningful observance of National Women's Day by allowing employees to participate in celebratory activities during working hours.