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International Women’s Day is a holiday celebrated annually on March 8, dedicated to the promotion of women’s rights and equality. The purpose of the day is to celebrate women’s achievements in different areas of life and to remind women’s rights and the fight for equality, which still continues around the world.<\/p>\n

International Women’s Day has its roots in women’s struggle for labor rights and the right to vote in the early 20th century. The day was first celebrated in 1911, and since then it has grown into a significant event in the defense of women’s rights.<\/p>\n

Women’s Day is celebrated in different parts of the world with various events, activities and campaigns. The purpose of the day is to stimulate discussion about the position of women in society and promote women’s rights in all areas of life.<\/p>\n

Sources: UN Women’s Day<\/a>, UN Women<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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