International Women’s Day

A global celebration on March 8

A celebration of women.

A global holiday which is celebrated on March 8 each year is International Women’s Day (IWD). It is a focal point in the women’s rights movement.

IWD originated from labor movements in North America and Europe during the early 20th century. The Socialist Party of America had a version of a Women’s Day on February 28, 1909, in New York City.

German delegates at the 1910 International Socialist Women’s Conference proposed a special Women’s Day to be organized annually. It has since been received by other groups as a time to promote the achievements of women.

The United Nations adopted the mainstream global holiday in 1977.

IWD has largely become a day to recognize and honor women and their accomplishments over the years.

Many women’s organizations and groups held celebrations and commemorations for IWD.

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