International Women's Day

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2023 Date8 March 2023
2024 Date8 March 2024

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International Women's Day

International Women's Day History

International Women’s Day seeks to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of women throughout the world. This day aims to promote women’s equality by showing appreciation for women and by encouraging support for repressed women. Many organizations such as the United Nations use this day to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of ordinary women.

International Women's Day was initially promoted by the Socialist Party of America. In 1909, this day was declared in remembrance of a major strike by the International Ladies’ Garment Workers Union. This holiday is now recognized internationally and is an official national holiday for many countries. It is observed annually on March 8th.

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International Women's Day Facts & Quotes

  • The theme for International Women's Day in 2022 was Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow.
  • The United Nations Officially Adopted International Women's Day In 1975.
  • On the eve of World War I, women across Europe and Russia celebrated the holiday by protesting the war and campaigning for peace.
  • I am an example of what is possible when girls from the very beginning of their lives are loved and nurtured by people around them. I was surrounded by extraordinary women in my life, grandmothers, teachers, aunts, cousins, neighbors, who taught me about quiet strength and dignity - Michelle Obama
  • There is one universal truth, applicable to all countries, cultures and communities: violence against women is never acceptable, never excusable, never tolerable - UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon

International Women's Day Top Events and Things to Do

  • Attend one of many popular Women’s day events including: WeCon Women's Empowerment Conference (Austin, TX), Women of the World Festival (UK), and The Empowerment Bridge (NYC).
  • Organize a sporting event for women. Numerous studies have shown many benefits for women that play sports. A recent study by the EY Women Athletes Business Network even found that women that play sports were more likely to excel in business.
  • If you're a woman, try learning a task that is typically done by men. Such a chore may be: changing the oil on your car, computer programming, mowing the lawn, painting, and any home improvement project.
  • If you’re a man, show appreciation by performing a chore for your special lady that is typically done by her. This may include cooking, cleaning, child care or anything that the special woman in your life does.
  • Watch a movie that portrays strong empowered women. Here are our suggestions Bend It Like Beckham (2002), Elizabeth (1998), Erin Brockovich (2000), The Help (2011), A League of Their Own (1992), Mulan (1998), My Fair Lady (1964), Norma Rae (1979), Volver (2006).

International Women's Day References and Related Sites

UN: International Women's Day
www.state.gov: Secretary's International Women of Courage Award
www.prnewswire.com: EY Study on Women in Business
www.unwomen.org: International Women's Day Theme 2022

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