Women's Day

2023 - 3 - 8

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International Women's Day: How to celebrate (East Coast Radio)

The day is aimed at celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. READ: Carol Ofori on International Women's Day: "We need ...

This International Women's Day, take your stand against discrimination and raise awareness. Women are often discriminated against in society, the workplace, religious institutions, and sometimes even in the home. READ:

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What are the origins of International Women's Day? (Quartz)

The global holiday has socialist roots, emerging from a hotbed of labor activism in New York City during the early 1900s.

In China, it’s also not a public holiday but employers are encouraged to [give women a half-day off](https://studycli.org/chinese-holidays/international-womens-day-in-china/) from work. [40th anniversary](https://www.un.org/en/observances/womens-day/background) of the Paris Commune, a revolutionary government that had once briefly seized power in France. [85% off](https://www.amazon.com/Power-Bank-Solar-Portable-Charger-40000mAh-Capacity-Flashlight-Compatible/dp/B0BGPLV2L6?asc_campaign=InlineMobile&asc_refurl=https://qz.com/what-are-the-origins-of-international-women-s-day-1850199522&asc_source=&tag=kinjapromo-20) To commemorate the event, communist leader Vladimir Lenin marked the fateful day of protest—Feb. Celebrations around the world take different forms—women in Italy can expect mimosa flowers, and in Russia, [bouquets of tulips](https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/flowers-women-russia-not-all-want-celebrate-2022-03-08/), while online the 2023 theme [#EmbraceEquity](https://www.internationalwomensday.com/Theme) is likely to be trending. The movement spread to Russia amid the tumult of World War I. Why is International Women’s Day celebrated on March 8? This is great for a group of mixed phone users needing to charge their iPhone and Android simultaneously. [15,000 garment workers](https://www.rferl.org/a/womens_day_feature_soviet_socialist_origins_100th_anniversary/2330712.html) from Manhattan’s Lower East Side staged a strike to protest poor working conditions and pay. 28, 1909](https://time.com/5187268/international-womens-day-history/), which was organized by the Socialist Party of America. Its origins can be traced back to European and North American labor movements that emerged around the turn of the 20th century. [International Women’s Day](https://www.un.org/en/observances/womens-day/background) (IWD).

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#EmbraceEquity: What to know about International Women's Day ... (USA TODAY)

Wednesday, March 8, marks International Women's Day 2023, a day of celebrating the achievements of women now practiced for more than 100 years.

[The State of Black Women in the Diaspora](https://www.internationalwomensday.com/Activity/19050/Embracing-Equity-State-of-Black-Women-in-the-Diaspora). These colors have roots in the United Kingdom’s Women’s Social and Political Union from the early 1900’s. The United Nations first recognized International Women’s Day in 1975. "We can all challenge gender stereotypes, call out discrimination, draw attention to bias, and seek out inclusion," the website suggests. [according to the website](https://www.internationalwomensday.com/about). The event was observed on March 19, 1911 in several European countries, with rallies and events calling for women’s right to vote and an end to gender discriminations. "Allies are incredibly important for the social, economic, cultural, and political advancement of women." [the International Women's Day website](https://www.internationalwomensday.com/Events). ](https://embraceequity0308.splashthat.com/)conducted by Amazon Web Services with executives from Boeing, Cornerstone, Laserfiche, and MapBox. It would be observed on the last Sunday of February until 1913. and other industrializing countries during the early 1900s. "People start from different places, so true inclusion and belonging require equitable action."

Celebrating International Women's Day 2023 (GOV.UK)

Today (8 March) is International Women's Day, an annual event that celebrates and recognises the achievements of women.

Heather has also spoken with some of the trailblazing women working in private security. Heather Baily, our Chair, has written an article reflecting on the amazing women working in the private security industry she has met over the past year. Today (8 March) is International Women's Day, an annual event that celebrates and recognises the achievements of women.

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What's International Women's Day and why is it important? (Aljazeera.com)

As the world marks International Women's Day on March 8, we take a look at the celebration, the theme and its origins. Filipino women and activists dance during ...

Some chanted “long live Indonesian women”. Her idea was met with unanimous approval from all the women present, representing 17 countries. “Their lack of inclusion, by contrast, comes with massive costs.” The idea of an international women’s day was suggested in 1910 during an International Socialist Women’s Conference in Copenhagen, Denmark. What’s the theme for International Women’s Day 2023? As the world marks International Women’s Day on March 8, we take a look at the celebration, the theme and its origins.

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Happy International Women's Day: a look back at over a century of ... (The Guardian)

From New York to Beijing, women have been demanding their rights on this day for more than a century. Much remains to be done, say activists, ...

“A day to commemorate the gains of women’s rights is in itself the triggering of change. “There is now a tendency to identify the one group we believe is at risk, hone in on that and deprioritise the rest. “What we’ve found about International Women’s Day is its fluidity and the way it adapts to present day concerns. “It goes to show how politicised the women’s rights agenda has become, and also the backlash against gender equality we are witnessing in many parts of the world.” “We are seeing an increased crackdown on women’s attempts to organise rallies and mark International Women’s Day,” she says. In April 2018, five men had been acquitted of rape in what became known as [the “wolf pack” case](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2019/apr/23/wolf-pack-case-spain-feminism-far-right-vox). It’s because of the fight and positions women have taken that [led to] one of the [most progressive decisions on reproductive rights](https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2022/feb/22/colombia-legalises-abortion-in-move-celebrated-as-historic-victory-by-campaigners).” Macarena Sáez, the executive director of the women’s rights division of Human Rights Watch, says protests across Latin America have brought issues to the fore and put pressure on authorities to change laws. Four days later, the tsar was forced to abdicate, and the provisional government granted women the right to vote. A year later, the Socialist Party of America declared a Women’s Day. She proposed a celebration on the same day every year to press for demands. Jamaica will see the [first all-female sitting of parliament](https://jis.gov.jm/fw-all-young-female-parliament-for-international-womens-day-2023/).

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2023 International Women's Day: Messages, posts, photos and ... (AS English)

March 8 is International Women's Day, and as we honor the women in our lives, here are some quotes and messages from around the world to get you inspired.

When a woman gives her opinion, she’s a bitch.” - Bette Davies The rest is merely tenacity.” – Amelia Earhart “Feminism isn’t simply about being a woman in a position of power. And, when you’re knocked down, get right back up and never listen to anyone who says you can’t or shouldn’t go on.” – Hillary Clinton “My mother told me to be a lady. But I think it’s more interesting that in real life, things aren’t exactly the way you planned.” - Naomi Osaka In a perfect dream, things would be set exactly the way you would want them. “Think like a queen. “Equity isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s a must-have. And, when you stumble, keep faith. International Women’s Day (IWD) is being celebrated around the world today, 8 March as it has for more than a century since it began in 1911. Failure is another stepping stone to greatness.” – Oprah Winfrey

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