International Women's Day: Break the Bias

by Isobel Firth



Today, Tuesday, 8th March, is International Women’s Day.


What Is It ?

International Women’s Day is a day of the year dedicated to bring awareness to the differences women have made in politics, culture and lots of other amazing things.


When Is It ?

International Women's day is celebrated on 8th of March because a protest was held in New York demanding women's rights on the 8th March 1909, which then spread to Russia and became a national holiday in 1913. 


What Is This Year’s Theme?

This year’s theme is Break the Bias, it is focusing on a world that is free of Bias, Stereotypes and Discrimination. It wants to put a focus on equal pay and workplace equality.


How can You get involved ? 

To join in with this cause you can visit the website for more information: https://www.internationalwomensday.com/ 

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