International Women’s Day, first recognized by the United Nations in 1977, grew from early 1900s labor movements for better working conditions and women’s right to work. Now, as the continuing pandemic puts female roles in the labor market again in flux, attention to gender has never been more urgent.
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Pioneer of motherhood and breastfeeding app set to receive further support from Innovate UK EDGE to grow her business.
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As part of our celebration of Women’s History Month, today we recognize International Women’s Day, which celebrates the contributions and achievements of women around the world.
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International Women’s Day provides a timely reminder of women’s ongoing and critical contributions to sustainable peace and security.
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Women in Europe should be given “greater economic independence” through equal pay, childcare support and the sharing of domestic duties to ensure that they do not fall into poverty, according to the UN Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights.
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To mark this year’s International Women’s Day on 8 March, the European Parliament is underlining the crucial role of women during the Covid crisis.
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