But do you actually know what International Women’s Day is and the history behind it? Keep reading for everything you need to know about International Women’s Day 2023, including this year’s theme and hashtags. RELATED: Inspirational Quotes for International Women’s Day In 1911, Austria, Denmark, Germany, and Switzerland celebrated the first official International Women’s Day on March 19. More than one million people attended rallies focused on suffrage, representation, education, and workers’ rights. Over the next few years, more countries in Europe marked the holiday on March 8. It wasn’t until March 8, 1975, when, during International Women’s Year, the United Nations celebrated it as an official holiday. Since 1975, the holiday has gained awareness around the globe as a way to recognize women.
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The UN also issued a 2022 theme: “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow.” The UN’s 2022 theme celebrated girls and women who are leading the charge toward a more sustainable future, and climate change response efforts. This past year’s hashtags also included the straightforward #IWD2022, #InternationalWomensDay, and #SeeHer.
