This is how International Women’s Day came into existence, and how it’s celebrated around the globe
Keith Dunlap, Digital Content Team, Graham Media Group
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A demonstrator wearing a protective mask from the feminist collective Not One Less performs housework chores on March 8, 2021 in Turin, Italy. A protest of the members of the Italian feminist association takes place on International Women s Day, which grew out of the U.S. labour movement and is recognized by the United Nations to celebrate women s advancement in society. (Getty Images)
For those who don’t know, Monday is International Women’s Day, a day that recognizes and upholds the achievements of women around the world, as well as promotes gender equality.