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Celebrating International Women’s Day: Past, Present and Future

International Women's Day (IWD) is a globally recognized annual event that celebrates the progress and achievements of women in different fields, and advocates for further advancements in their rights. The roots of IWD go back to the early 20th century in the US, as women were fighting for better working conditions and the right to vote. In 1911, the first recorded IWD celebration took place in Austria, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland, with over a million people rallying to support women's rights. Since then, IWD has grown in size and scope, with a focus on issues ranging from violence against women to parity in the workplace. While the United Nations has played a significant role in recognizing and celebrating IWD since 1977, it is usually decentralised, with celebrations taking place around the world. This year, the UN's theme for IWD is DigitALL : Innovation and technology for gender equality, highlighting the importance of technology in advancing women's rights an...