International Women’s Day has been recognized and celebrated worldwide since 1909. It originated as a socialist political event focused on international women working women marked with strikes, marches, and protests.
International Women’s Day is now observed annually on March 8, with diverse events around the world to commemorate and vocalize both the achievements and ongoing struggles of women.
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At teleSUR, we’re focusing on the role of women’s resistance in continuing to combat gender discrimination and inequality as well as broader social issues and injustices in society that disproportionately impact women.
Follow what women are saying around the world about International Women’s Day and how the day is being marked by diverse groups and movements.