HISTORY OF WOMEN’S RIGHTS DAY
International Women's Rights Day, widely celebrated as International Women's Day (IWD) on March 8th, has a rich and inspiring history rooted in the global struggle for gender equality, women's rights, and social justice. Its origins lie in the early 20th century, during a time of rapid industrialization, political change, and the rise of labor movements. Early Beginnings The idea of a day dedicated to women’s rights emerged from the labor movements of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Women workers in many countries were demanding better working conditions, fair wages, and the right to vote. One of the key events that inspired the observance of a Women’s Day was a strike by women garment workers in New York City in 1908 , where over 15,000 women marched through the streets demanding shorter working hours, better pay, and voting rights. This strike became a symbol of the growing demand for gender equality. The First Women's Day The first official National W...