Equality Day, also known as Minna Canth Day, is observed in Finland every March 19 to honor the birthday of Minna Canth, a prominent Finnish playwright, novelist, and social activist born in 1844. Canth was a significant advocate for women's rights, using her literary works, such as "The Pastor's Family," "The Worker's Wife," and "Anna Liisa," to address social issues. Established in 2007, Equality Day aims to celebrate her contributions to social equality and the rights of women. On this day, the Finnish flag is traditionally flown, marking the occasion as a flag day. Minna Canth is notable for being the first and only woman in Finland to have her own flag day, reflecting her lasting impact on Finnish society.