Sunday Marked The 104th Anniversary Of International Women’s Day But We Recognize The Entire Month Of March To Commemorate Women

 

March is Women’s History Month as recognized by the United States government since 1987.

March 8th is also the specific day set aside as International Women’s Day and this year marks the 104th anniversary of the day dedicated to celebrating the achievements of women in countries around the world while continuing the fight for equality.

Although it was started by the women’s movement, The United Nations General Assembly adopted the day as a critical platform from which to advocate for equal opportunities in education, the end of violence against women and poverty, economic equality, non-discriminatory representation in the media and the power of women to make decisions about their health.

The goal for the U.N. is to raise awareness about social and political issues that women face while discussing ways to rid society of sexism and gender discrimination. This day, and women’s rights in general, is inclusive, not just to women and girls, but also to men and boys who can support the movement by relating to the concept of feminism.

In honour of International Women’s Day we have a few words from our publisher & editor in chief, Adesuwa Onyenokwe

Thumbs up to all the strong women out there; our mothers, sisters, daughters and friends. TW celebrates you and urges you to MAKE IT HAPPEN. Happy international women’s day.

To commemorate International Women’s Day Mrs. Onyenokwe would be guest of honour at an “Evening With A Woman” in Abuja. Find out more about it HERE