Annually on 8 March, thousands of events are held throughout the world to inspire women and celebrate their strengths and achievements. A global web of rich and diverse local activity connects women from all around the world ranging from political rallies, business conferences, government activities and networking events through to local women's craft markets, theatric performances, fashion parades and more. In some places like China, Russia, Vietnam and Bulgaria, International Women's Day is a national holiday.
It is also known as the United Nations (UN) Day for Women's Rights and International Peace. Thousands of events celebrated not just on this day but throughout March to mark the economic, political and social achievements of women. Organisations, governments, charities and women's groups around the world choose different themes each year that reflect global and local gender issues.
Each year the United Nations declares an overall International Women's Day theme. Their 2012 theme is “Empower Rural Women – End Hunger and Poverty”, recognizing the critical role and contribution of rural women. While internationalwomensday.com website's theme is "Connecting Girls, Inspiring Futures".
The International Women’s Day logo is in purple and white and features the symbol of Venus, which is also the symbol of being female. The faces of women of all backgrounds, ages, and nations are also seen in various promotions, such as posters, postcards and information booklets, on International Women’s Day. Various messages and slogans that promote the day are also publicized during this time of the year.
The day aimed to help nations worldwide eliminate discrimination against women. It also focused on helping women gain full and equal participation in global development. So make a difference, think globally and act locally !! Make everyday International Women's Day. Do your bit to ensure that the future for girls is bright, equal, safe and rewarding.
To all women in the world..... this is our song!
Happy International Women's Day!
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