How was International Women’s Day born?

Ever since we were children, we have been taught that International Women’s Day, March 8, is a day to honor women. But, throughout the history of the world’s development, when was International Women’s Day on March 8 born, and what does it mean that it is celebrated worldwide? Let’s explore with Anaslady right in this article.

Where does Women’s International come from?

The origin of International Women’s Day began with the movement of female textile and garment workers in Chicago and New York, USA in the late 19th century. During this period, the capitalist regime was developing extremely strongly with the explosive establishment of a series of enterprises and factories; As a result, the requirement for human resources to participate in production increases. Among them, women and children are the most exploited for labor because they are weak and have no voice in current society. The absurdly unfair hours and workload have opened up a movement to fight for respect and fairness for women as well as demand the abolition of forcing children to work. This turning point inspired many women’s fighting movements in many other countries such as Denmark, Austria, Germany, and Switzerland.

On March 8, 1910, at the Women’s Conference organized by the Second International (Socialist International), 100 women delegates from 17 countries demanded the right to vote for women. The conference decided to choose March 8 as International Women’s Day – a day when women around the world unite to fight for the right to vote, against injustice and to regain their rights.

The meaning of International Women’s Day March 8

Although that difficult period has passed, its heroic meaning still exists. Today, International Women’s Day has become an occasion where the whole world honors independent, strong women for their silent sacrifices. This is not only an opportunity for men to express their feelings for women, but also a day for children and students to pay attention to their grandmothers, mothers, sisters or teachers.