History, meaning and things you don't know about 8.3

International Women's Day March 8, also known as the United Nations Day for Women's Rights and International Peace, was officially recognized by the United Nations in 1977.

International Women's Day was born as a result of the long and silent struggle of millions of women around the world.

History of birth on March 8

The history of International Women's Day began with the movement of female textile workers in the United States in the late 19th century.

On March 8, 1857, textile workers rose up against their harsh and poor working conditions in New York City. Two years later, also in March, female workers in a textile factory in the United States formed the first union and won some rights.

Some 50 years later, on March 8, 1908, 15,000 women marched through the streets of New York demanding higher wages, shorter working hours, and the abolition of child labor. The Socialist Party of America then declared February 28, 1909, International Women's Day.

However, on March 8, 1910, at the Women's Conference organized by the Second International (Socialist International), 100 women delegates from 17 countries demanded the right to vote for women. The President of the Conference, Mrs. Clara Zetkin, a German woman, proposed choosing an international women's day to honor the women who fought all over the world.

The conference decided to choose March 8 as International Women's Day, a day of solidarity and struggle for women with the slogans: "8-hour working day", "Equal work", "Protecting mothers and children".

Since then, March 8th has become a common day of struggle for working women around the world, demonstrating the fighting spirit of women all over the world, fighting for national independence, democracy, peace and social progress; for the rights and happiness of women and children.

The meaning of International Women's Day March 8 in different countries

International Women's Day is celebrated around the world on March 8, a day to champion women's advancement, feminism and gender equality.

In some countries around the world, March 8 is considered the main holiday of the year and is celebrated on a grand scale. On these days, men give flowers and gifts to the women in their lives such as mothers, wives, girlfriends, etc.

In some countries, International Women's Day is celebrated with festivals and parades demanding equal rights with men, on practical issues such as wages, educational and training opportunities and career advancement, social security conditions, anti-prostitution and violence against women...

Despite its clear theme, the day is celebrated differently in different countries. Currently, 28 countries and regions around the world officially celebrate and honor International Women's Day on March 8.

- In Italy, on International Women's Day, also known as Festa della Donna, men traditionally give mimosas to women. The tradition is unclear, but it is said to have started in Rome after World War II.

- In Russia, flower sales on this day often double or triple or quadruple compared to normal days,

- In China, many women are given a half-day off from work following a recommendation from the State Council.

- In the United States, March is Women's History Month. Presidents every year issue proclamations on this day to honor Women's History.

- In Germany, on January 24, 2019, the Berlin Parliament voted to make International Women's Day, known as Frauentag, an official holiday. This means that workers in the German capital, the only state that recognizes March 8 as a public holiday, have Friday off.

- In Vietnam, on March 8, people also remember the Trung Sisters, the heroines who fought off foreign invaders.

In the spring of 40 AD, the Trung Sisters raised the flag of uprising against the domination of the Eastern Han Dynasty (China) and received enthusiastic support from the Lac lords, Lac generals, and patriotic insurgent leaders from all regions, including many female generals.

With the support of many forces, the Trung Sisters' uprising won, crushed the colonial government, and forced the enemy general To Dinh to disguise himself, cut his hair, and shave his beard to flee back to his country. Trung Trac was honored as the queen by the generals and people, and established her capital in Me Linh (Me Linh district - Vinh Phuc province today).

In the year 42, the Han army invaded again, Hai Ba Trung once again sent troops, but due to the huge difference in force, they were defeated, and the two heroic heroines sacrificed their lives. Although our country was occupied for a long time afterwards, the indomitable spirit of Hai Ba Trung and other national heroes against foreign invaders still smoldered until the country regained independence.

The uprising of Hai Ba Trung is considered an immortal heroic epic, demonstrating the will for independence, and at the same time is a testament to the strength of Vietnamese women in the history of building and defending the country.

Nowadays, to show respect to women, half of the world, agencies, organizations, families often celebrate March 8th very solemnly, full of flowers and good wishes. March 8th is also the day when men show their love and care for the women they love.

Colors of International Women's Day 8.3

Purple is often associated with March 8 because it symbolizes "justice and dignity". In addition, purple also represents gender equality.

However, according to IWD (International Women's Day), purple, green and white are the colors of International Women's Day.

"Purple represents justice and dignity. Green represents hope. White represents purity, although this remains a controversial concept. Historically, the combination of purple, green and white originated with the Social and Political Union in Britain in 1908," IWD explains.

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