A Day For Women

The early 1900's were an era filled with growth, expansion and great changes, one of which was the beginning of the Women's Movement. Years of unrest and oppression prompted women to become active and advocate for equal rights. As early as 1908 a group of about 15,000 women marched through New York City demanding rights and provisions. The women's movement has continued to expand and advocate for equality and liberty ever since.  Each year on March 8th an international celebration occurs, to remember the past, support the present and provide for the future of womankind.

The women's movement has made such an enormous impact, but has a greater potential that has not yet been reached. With a reminder, at least once a year, the objective remains to continuously grow and achieve social change. 1911 was the first year of celebrating a commemorative day for women. 1911 was also the year that a horrific fire occurred, taking the lives of over 100 working women. The fire drew attention and prompted women to take stronger action and make the unsafe working conditions they were facing the forefront of their movement. Women's issues have transformed throughout the years, but continue to circulate around the important issue of equality and liberty for all.