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International Women's Day

March 8 is International Women's Day. What is the origin of this celebration? What have some organizations done to honor the date?
International Women's Day
This chronology of International Women's Day traces it back to the US in 1909, and links that event to the 1911 rallies in Europe. The tie to the Triangle Fire is also mentioned.
A History of International Women's Day
A thorough coverage of the history of International Women's Day.
International Women's Day
A collection of articles on International Women's Day, from Guardian Unlimited, UK.
International Women's Day 2000
A statement from the Director-General of UNESCO on the occasion of International Women's Day.
International Women's Day Events - Australia
A listing of events in Australia for International Women's Day.
March 8 is International Women's Day
Announcement, though dated, is helpful in outlining the progress of women before and after the first International Women's Day celebration in 1911. Includes a short list of notable women of Alberta.
What does International Women's Day mean to you?
Some Australian women speak of the meaning of the day, and their own experience of IWD.

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