International Women's Day: 6 facts to know about the global celebration of women
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International Women’s Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of all women across the world on March 8. Here are facts to know.
Dozens of countries across the globe celebrate International Women's Day as a holiday to recognize the achievements of influential females who have activated for gender equality. In the U.S., the date March 8 is a highlight of Women's History Month, which was officially designated so by Congress in 1987.
The holiday has transitioned over the last few decades to recognize the progress made by the female empowerment and civil rights movements. The holiday's themes symbolize some of the most important issues facing modern female gender advocacy.
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