Crazy how many people do not even have an idea what the International Womens day is.

Nothing Romantic.

International Women's Day (IWD) has its origins in the early 20th century, rooted in the fight for women's rights, particularly in labor, voting rights, and social equality.

Key Historical Events Leading to IWD

1908 – Women's Labor Movement in the U.S.:

15,000 women marched through New York City demanding shorter work hours, better pay, and voting rights.

1909 – First National Women's Day in the U.S.:

The Socialist Party of America declared February 28 as National Women's Day in honor of the garment workers' strikes.

1910 – International Expansion:

At the Second International Socialist Women’s Conference in Copenhagen, Clara Zetkin (a German activist) proposed an International Women's Day to be celebrated in multiple countries to promote women's rights.

1911 – First Official International Women's Day:

The first official IWD was observed on March 19 in Austria, Denmark, Germany, and Switzerland, with over a million people rallying for women's rights.

1913-1914 – Shift to March 8:

In 1913, Russian women observed IWD on March 8, a date that became the global standard.

1917 – Russian Revolution and Women's Strike:

On March 8, 1917 (Julian calendar: February 23), Russian women protested for "Bread and Peace," demanding an end to war and food shortages. This event helped trigger the Russian Revolution, leading to women's suffrage in Russia.

1975 – UN Recognition:

The United Nations officially recognized International Women's Day and began promoting global observance.

Modern Celebrations

Today, IWD is celebrated worldwide on March 8, highlighting women's achievements and advocating for gender equality. Different countries observe it in various ways, from official public holidays (e.g., Russia, China, Afghanistan) to protests, social campaigns, and corporate initiatives supporting women's rights.