March 8 - 🌟 International Women's Day: Celebrating Her-story, Sass, and Strength 🌟
💡 Who Created International Women's Day and Why?
Let’s rewind to March 8, 1909, in New York City, where the first National Woman's Day was celebrated, thanks to the Socialist Party of America (yes, they had progressive party vibes). Inspired by a strike of women garment workers demanding better pay and working conditions, this celebration was all about raising voices and demanding rights—in style, of course.
Fast forward to 1910, when Clara Zetkin, a German activist, proposed the idea of an International Women's Day at the International Conference of Working Women in Copenhagen. (Shoutout to Clara for starting a global trend before hashtags were a thing.)
By 1911, Austria, Denmark, Germany, and Switzerland were on board, and the movement kept growing. In 1975, the United Nations made it official. Yep, it’s got the UN’s stamp of approval.
🌍 Why Celebrate International Women's Day?
Because women run the world. Beyoncé said it; we believe it.
To honor trailblazers. From Marie Curie to Malala, history is packed with women who rewrote the rules.
To celebrate everyday heroes. Teachers, nurses, scientists, moms—doing it all, every single day.
To push for progress. Equal pay? Representation? We’re still working on it.
Because smashing the patriarchy never goes out of style. 💅
🎉 10 Quirky Ways to Celebrate International Women's Day
Host a “Women Who Inspire Me” Brunch 🍳
Share stories about women who inspire you—celebs, activists, or your grandma’s best friend who bakes and runs marathons.
Create an Empowerment Playlist 🎧
Add bops like "Run the World (Girls)" by Beyoncé, "Confident" by Demi Lovato, and "Respect" by Aretha Franklin. Dance breaks mandatory.
Watch Women-Led Films & Documentaries 🎬
Binge flicks with strong female leads—Hidden Figures, Little Women, Moana, and The Woman King. Pass the popcorn (and empowerment vibes)!
Read Books by Female Authors 📚
From Maya Angelou to Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, celebrate women’s voices by diving into their words.
Write Letters of Appreciation 💌
Handwritten notes to the women who inspire you? Iconic. Extra points for sparkly stationery.
Support Women-Owned Businesses 🛍️
Shop from brands run by women. Small biz? Even better. Empowerment looks good on you!
Plan a “Smash the Patriarchy” Game Night 🎲
Think trivia about women’s achievements, feminist charades, or creating your own version of Monopoly—but all the streets are named after iconic women.
Get Creative with Art or Poetry 🎨
Channel your inner Frida Kahlo or Maya Angelou. Share your art online with hashtags like #InternationalWomensDay and #GirlsGetItDone.
Volunteer or Donate to Women’s Causes 🤝
Support shelters, education programs, and global initiatives working for women’s rights. Kindness + action = impact.
Self-Care Celebration 🛁
International Women’s Day also means appreciating yourself. Spa day? Movie marathon? Nap? All valid choices.
✨ Quirky Final Thought:
“Here’s to strong women: may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them. And may we always bring the sass, the smarts, and the sparkle.” 💖
🦸♀️ #InternationalWomensDay | #EmpoweredWomen | #WhoRunTheWorld
