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International Women’s Day
International Women's Day March 8
Today is international women’s day, a day that honours the economic, political and social achievements of women. The day originated in 1975, when the United Nations began sponsoring it. Two years later, the UN adopted a resolution proclaiming a United Nations Day for Women’s Rights and International Peace to be observed by Member States.
With more women in the boardroom and an increased number of women serving as role models in work or private life, things are looking good for women. But that many think true equality has not yet been achieved shows the global women’s organization Aurora by highlighting a number of women’s issues. Their worldwide register of IWD local events allows women and the media to find out about local activity on International Women’s Day.
The UN also holds a number of events, the dates and place of which can be found here.
And for all those worried about what this day means for the gender balance, there is a men’s day on November 18.
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