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Celebrating the power of femininity through International Women's Day

Introduction

This old saying, 'The woman who cooks also can tie her hair,' is truly applicable for today's women. From housekeeping and cooking to treating people, engineering, police, and astronautics, women are performing fluently in every profession. Even driving trains, buses, planes, and fighter jets, women are now skilled in every profession. Along with men, women also fight with equal courage on the battlefield and do not hesitate to give their lives for their country. International Women's Day is a special day to celebrate these strong, determined women and all the women of the world who are constantly demonstrating their competence with equal skill at home and in professional life. 

Table of contents:

• What is International women’s Day?

• History of International women’s Day

• Why Women’s Day is celebrated

• Significance of International Women’s Day

• Themes of International Women’s day by year

 

• What is international women’s day?

International Women’s Day is celebrated every year on 8 March to recognize the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women and to advocate for gender equality. The day’s role in celebrating girls’ progress, raising awareness of ongoing challenges and taking steps towards a more inclusive world is undeniable.

• History of International women’s Day:

On March 8, 1857, in New York City, female textile workers marched in protest of unfair working conditions and unequal rights for women.

The first "Women's Day" was celebrated by the Socialist Party of America in New York City on February 28, 1909, at the suggestion of activist Theresa Malkiel.

In 1910, the idea of ​​an annual Women's Day was proposed by German activist Clara Zetkin at the International Socialist Women's Conference in Copenhagen and was accepted by representatives from 17 countries.

The first International Women's Day was celebrated on March 19, 1911, in Austria, Denmark, Germany, and Switzerland.

On March 8, 1917, women gained the right to vote as a result of the "bread and peace" protests in Petrograd.

Later, in 1921, March 8 was officially recognized as International Women's Day at the Second International Conference of Communist Women.

In 1965, the Soviet Union declared this day a public holiday to honor women's contributions to socialism, the war effort, and peace.

The United Nations recognized IWD in 1975.

In 1977, the United Nations unanimously selected March 8 as a special day for women's rights.

At present, the day is celebrated worldwide each year with a theme promoted by the United Nations.

• Why Women’s Day is celebrated?

International Women's Day is a day when women are recognized for their achievements in all fields, whether national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic, or political. Since its inception, the day has taken on a new global dimension for women in both developed and developing countries. The growing international women's movement, strengthened by four global UN Women conferences, has helped make this commemoration a rallying point for building support for women's rights and political and economic participation. International Women's Day first emerged from the activities of the labor movement across North America and Europe in the early 20th century.

• Significance of International Women’s Day:

Here is a detailed discussion of the significance of International Women's Day, celebrated every year:

• It recognizes and celebrates the contributions of women in various fields, including politics, science, art, and education.

• Serves as a call to action to create inclusive societies.

• Provides an ideal platform to highlight issues such as wage inequality, limited opportunities, and gender-based violence.

• Recognizes the progress made in women's empowerment while recognizing ongoing challenges and inequalities.

• Helps promote women's rights, including reproductive rights, political representation, and equality in the workplace.

• Rooted in the history of the women's rights movement, it commemorates the fight for voting rights, equal pay, and better working conditions.

• Themes of International Women’s day by year:

YEAR	THEME
2010	"Equal Rights, Equal Opportunities: Progress for All"
2011	"For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment."
2012	"Empower Rural Women — End Hunger and Poverty"
2013	"Equality for women is progress for all"
2014	"Equality for Women is Progress for All"
2015	"Empowering Women, Empowering Humanity: Picture it!"
2016	"Planet 50-50 by 2030: Step It Up for Gender Equality"
2017	"Women in the Changing World of Work: Planet 50-50 by 2030"
2018	"Time is Now: Rural and urban activists transforming women's lives"
2019	"Think Equal, Build Smart, Innovate for Change"
2020	"I am Generation Equality: Realizing Women's Rights"
2021	"Each for Equal"
2022	"Break the Bias"
2023	"DigitALL"
2024	"Invest in women: Accelerate progress"
2025	"For All Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment"

 

Conclusion:

In short, International Women's Day helps governments and organizations implement policies that support women's empowerment and eliminate systemic inequalities. It encourages us to create a world free from bias and discrimination. This day teaches us to make greater use of the potential and talents of women. Through this special day, we can celebrate the contribution of women in nurturing and education, prioritizing the cause of peace, reducing poverty, hunger, disease, and environmental degradation, and promoting opportunities for sustainable development.