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International Women's Day

Today's Hijab Protests in Iran Have Historical Roots

Over 100,000 women famously protested on International Women's Day in 1979.

Facebook's Most Talked About Moment in 2017 Was International Women's Day

The Women's March also made major noise.

25 Million Young Children Worldwide Don't Have Access to Education

It's time to change that.

This Woman Wants an International Women's Day Statue to Stay Forever

Nira Desai started a Change.org petition to keep the 'Fearless Girl' on Wall Street permanently.

Why I Don’t Believe That Trump Has ’Tremendous Respect for Women’

Despite what he tweeted on International Women’s Day.

Why ‘Day Without a Woman’ Challenges Wage Inequality

Women still make less than men.

The Cast of Hamilton Donated Their Salaries on International Women's Day

Here's how it went down.

Emma Watson Spent International Women's Day Hiding Feminist Books in New York City

They were spotted at historical landmarks throughout the city.

What Solidarity Means to Me

Read this poem by AK Afferez.

12 College Students Told Us Their Plans for ‘A Day Without a Woman’ — And Yes, They’re Just As Powerful As You’d Expect

“On March 8th, I will be wearing red in order to show that i stand with women of all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds.”

Why I Remember My Grandmother on International Women’s Day

Read this poem by Kristin Chang.

10 Inspiring, Iconic Women You Should Be Celebrating on International Women's Day

From the Notorious RBG to Lady Gaga.

The Harsh Realities of Being a Woman on Social Media

The internet has a problem with female empowerment.

Resting Dumb Face Is the New Resting Bitch Face

And it’s just as offensive.

Why This Dating App Created Fake Profiles of Battered Women

The graphic images are part of a new campaign.

5 Important Issues That Matter to Women in the 2016 Presidential Election

In honor of International Women's Day.