why do we celebrate women’s day on march 8

Why Do We Celebrate Women’s Day on March 8

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The rich history of International Women’s Day (IWD) dates back to the early 1900s. 15,000 women marched in New York City in 1908, calling for equal pay, improved working conditions, and the ability to vote. Austria, Denmark, Germany, and Switzerland observed the first International Women’s Day on March 19, 1911. That day became set on … Read more