Whether you focus on the UN’s message, or that of IWD, the focus is on women’s equality and empowerment.
Whether they are what would be called an activist, a trailblazer, a rebel – all the women and girls featured in the books below, fought – or are fighting – for rights and / or causes.
That right could be them pursuing their own career goals.
Or, it could be saving the planet.
It could be escaping from slavery.
Or marching in a civil rights protest.
And anything in between.
~ Anne.
Because of the subject matter of many of these books, they aren’t all suitable for preschoolers.
However, they are important to have on our radar, and may be good for school visits.
Equal rights. Equal opportunities. Equal power.
From the UN’s website:
On International Women’s Day (8 March), that is the bold call for action for all women and girls worldwide. As we mark the 30th year of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, the world is deeply unequal. International Women’s Day is a chance to rise and demand action and to deliver on the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action to make the world equal and better for everyone.
#ForAllWomenAndGirls.
#AccelerateAction
From the International Women’s Day website:
Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that’s diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge gender equality. Collectively for #IWD2025 we can all #AccelerateAction.
International Women’s Day (IWD) has been around for over a hundred years, as have many of the issues still impacting women’s advancement. Since 1911, IWD belongs to all who care about women’s equality. Celebrate women’s achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to forge gender parity. All IWD activity is valid, that’s what makes IWD so inclusive.
