Islamabad: International Women’s Day is being observed worldwide on Monday (today) to acknowledge female innovators who have paved the way in education, civil rights, science, art, and so much more.
Published 5 years ago on Mar 9th 2021, 1:13 am
By Web Desk
Besides celebrating women's achievements, the day also aims to raise awareness about women's contributions in different fields across the globe honoring the pioneers of the past, present, and future.
This year's theme for the International Women's Day is “Women in leadership”.
The United Nations first celebrated International Women’s Day in 1975 and in 1977, the UN and its member declared March 08 as an official day for women’s rights and world peace.
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