Today is International Women’s Day

Yes, today is International Women's Day.

Some things about International Women's Day that I didn't know:

 - it dates back to 1909. 

- recognition varies from country to country. Some countries combine it with Mother's Day. Others make it an outright holiday. In Russia during the days leading up to the revolution in 1917, it was recognized with women getting the right to vote.

Let's recognize the importance of women and their contributions to our world and our daily lives, both widely known about and prominently seen, as well as the less overtly visible, everyday ways in which women tend to contribute to improve our lives, and society more generally.  

Below are two links which I thought might be helpful to learn more about International Women's Day, and how it is recognized around the world:

International Women's Day 2024: What to know about the day and how to #InspireInclusion by Mike Snider USA TODAY, March 8, 2024:

International Women's Day, on Friday, March 8, is a day of celebrating the achievements of women now practiced for more than 100 years. But it's also a reminder of how 'we can forge a better world.' 

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2024/03/08/international-womens-day-2024-theme-inspire-inclusion/72886458007/

Five facts you need to know about International Women’s Day by David Mouriquand Published on 08/03/2024:

Five facts you need to know about International Women’s Day The campaign theme for International Women's Day 2024 is "Inspire Inclusion". By David Mouriquand Published on 08/03/2024 

https://www.euronews.com/culture/2024/03/08/five-facts-you-need-to-know-about-international-womens-day