Omani Women’s Day
Omani Women's Day, on 17 October each year, honours the place of women in Oman and their contribution to the nation, with a national theme each year.
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OrganiserMinistry of Social Development (Oman)
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked21 October 2026
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About the day
Omani Women's Day falls on 17 October each year. It grew out of a 2009 symposium on Omani women at Saih Al Makarim, after which the late Sultan Qaboos bin Said designated the date.
The Ministry of Social Development leads Oman's observance of the day, which honours women's contributions to building the nation. The 2025 theme was "She is Oman".
In October 2026 the Ministry of Social Development honoured 30 Omani women working in the energy, environment and minerals sectors.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday 17 October 2027 | UAE and Gulf | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Tuesday 17 October 2028 | UAE and Gulf | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Wednesday 17 October 2029 | UAE and Gulf | Same date every year |
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Types of business that could link their activity to this day.
- education
- banking and finance
- energy and utilities
- healthcare
- professional services
- media and publishing
- recruitment
Where this information comes from
- Oman Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Oman marks Women's Day with focus on recognition and empowerment
- Oman Observer: Sultanate marks 11th anniversary of Omani Women's Day
- Oman Observer: 30 women honoured on Women's Day
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