Monday, March 08, 2010

Happy International Women's Day!


Today, March 8, 2010, is International Women's Day. The theme this year is "Equal rights, equal opportunities: Progress for all," and events are happening throughout the world to inspire women and celebrate achievements: "A global web of rich and diverse local activity connects women from all around the world ranging from political rallies, business conferences, government activities and networking events through to local women's craft markets, theatric performances, fashion parades and more" (from site). Unfortunately, very little appears to be happening in Edmonton to celebrate, but that won't stop us from celebrating in smaller ways, perhaps by reading some Emma Goldman, Valerie Solanas, and Simone de Beauvoir!

Check out the time line over at Feminists For Choice.

1 comment:

Marina_Rivne_Ukraine said...

Yes, good subject, thank you for furthering the womans cause !

We celebrate this day here too, believe it or not !

Sincerely,

Marina - Ukraine.

www.west-ukraine.eu