For over a century, people worldwide have celebrated International Women's Day on March 8.
But what does this day represent, and why is it important?
How Did International Women's Day Begin?
International Women's Day (IWD) emerged from the labor movement, with its roots tracing back to 1908. That year, 15,000 women marched through New York City, demanding shorter working hours, fair wages, and the right to vote.
In 1909, the Socialist Party of America marked the first National Woman’s Day, laying the foundation for what would become a global movement.
The idea of making International Women's Day a global event came from Clara Zetkin, a communist activist and women's rights advocate.
In 1910, she proposed the idea at the International Conference of Working Women in Copenha...