Across the globe, we recognize women and their achievements on March 8. Although the holiday is not a federal one in the U.S., there are many countries – spanning from Afghanistan to Zambia – that observe International Women’s Day officially. From giving women mimosa flowers (Italy) to being the equivalent of Mother’s Day (Bulgaria and […]
Herstory: Millions of Women March Together in Solidarity
Regardless of political ideology, Saturday, January 22 symbolized an unprecedented grassroots movement with a message of solidarity and acceptance. Although official estimates are still forthcoming, crowd scientists and organizers said Women’s Marches around the world totaled in the millions. Centered in Washington D.C., the Women’s March had more than 673 “sister” marches in the U.S. […]
Important 2016 Victories for Women and Working Families
After a polarizing and exhausting election, many Americans are left with intense feelings and reactions about what happened on November 8. With much of our media and attention focused on the presidential race, a few key, historical milestones for women and working families have not been getting the recognition they deserve. First, three minority women […]