As we transition from February into March, another significant observance comes into focus: International Women’s Day on March 8th. This day is dedicated to celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women worldwide, while also calling for gender equality and women’s rights.

International Women’s Day (IWD) has been observed since the early 1900s, with its roots in labor movements in North America and Europe. It became an official global celebration in 1975 when the United Nations began commemorating the day. Each year, IWD adopts a theme to highlight specific areas of focus. The theme for 2025 is “Empower Women, Empower Humanity,” emphasizing the importance of empowering women in all aspects of life.

Learning and Engagement Opportunities

Register for workshops during the month of March that address key issues such as gender equity, women’s health, and leadership development.

Leadercamp: Boss moves – Strategies to Own Your Career Growth
This Leadercamp is designed to empower women with actionable strategies to take charge of their professional growth and success. We will explore techniques for setting career goals, developing a growth mindset, building their confidence and advocating for themselves in the workplace.

Leadercamp: Be Uninterrupted – Navigating Career Interruptions
This Leadercamp explores workplace interruptions and their effect on career advancement, with a focus on challenges that disproportionately impact women. Key barriers such as career breaks, caregiving responsibilities, and workplace biases contribute to the persistent underrepresentation of women in leadership roles.

Learn about the fascinating history of women in the 20th century who transformed the “home economics” space into a field of opportunities for women in jobs as professors, engineers, chemists, and businesspeople. The Secret of Home Economics: How Trailblazing Women Harnessed the Power of Home and Changed the Way We Live is a fascinating is available in Percipio as an audiobook and makes for an incredibly interesting read on the go.

Taking Action

Remember to take time to actively celebrate the incredible achievements and contributions of women in our lives and communities. Whether you are recognizing a colleague’s hard work, supporting women-owned business, or learning about the inspiring stories of women leaders, let’s make a conscious effort to uplift and honor the women around us!