International Womens Day Collection

An apron hanging at the entrance of a private home says March 8
An apron hanging at the entrance of a private home says " March 8. I ll stop" in reference to a feminist strike, before Thursday International Womens Day in La Fresneda, Spain, March 7

A woman participates in a demonstration as part of International Womens Day in Montevideo, Uruguay, March 8, 2018. REUTERS/Andres Stapff

A banner reading Woman, strong and independent is seen during a march to mark
A banner reading " Woman, strong and independent" is seen during a march to mark International Womens Day in Santiago, Chile March 8, 2018. REUTERS/Ivan Alvarado

A woman wears a hat with flowers during a demonstration as part of International Women s
A woman wears a hat with flowers during a demonstration as part of International Womens Day in Lima, Peru March 8, 2018. REUTES/Mariana Bazo

Womens Suffrage Demonstration on the Nevsky Prospect in Petrograd on March 8, 1917, 1917. Found in the collection of Russian State Film and Photo Archive, Krasnogorsk

Long live the March 8!, 1934. Artist: Khristoforov, Sergei Alexandrovich (1891-after 1949)
Long live the March 8!, 1934. Found in the collection of the Russian State Library, Moscow

USSR, Womens March, St Petersburg, 8 March 1917
USSR: Womens March, St Petersburg (Leningrad), 8 March 1917

International womens day, women (mainly textile workers) demonstrate on petrograds (st)
International womens day, women (mainly textile workers) demonstrate on petrograds (st, petersburg) nevsky prospect shortly after the establishment of a provisional government, russia, february 1917

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"March 8: A Day to Celebrate Women's Strength and Independence" On this significant day, an apron hanging at the entrance of a private home proudly proclaims March 8, and is International Women's Day, a global celebration of women's achievements and their ongoing fight for equality. In various corners of the world, women participate in demonstrations as part of International Women's Day. Their voices are united, demanding recognition and respect for their rights. Among them marches a woman wearing a hat adorned with flowers, symbolizing beauty and resilience. Reflecting on history, we remember the iconic Womens Suffrage Demonstration on Nevsky Prospect in Petrograd back in 1917. This pivotal event marked a turning point towards gender equality and inspired generations to come. Decades later, artist Khristoforov captures the spirit of International Women's Day through his artwork titled "Long live the March 8. " The image encapsulates hope and determination that continue to fuel progress today. Even within governmental circles, Deputy Secretary of State Heather Higginbottom recognizes the importance of this day by posing for photos with participants in Department events like Meetup for International Women of Courage (IWOC). Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs Valerie Fowler engages in conversations with these remarkable individuals who have overcome adversity to become beacons of inspiration. The impact reaches beyond borders as Deputy Secretary Higginbottom presents ten extraordinary women from ten different countries with prestigious awards recognizing their exceptional contributions. These women exemplify what it means to break barriers and pave new paths towards gender equality. As we commemorate International Women's Day each year, let us remember that true progress requires collective effort. Together we can create a world where every woman feels empowered - where her strength is celebrated rather than suppressed. Let us honor all those who have fought tirelessly before us while continuing our journey towards equal rights for all genders.