WHEREAS, Women have demonstrated their character, courage and
commitment as mothers, educators, institution builders, relief
workers, CEOs and leaders in business, politics, religion and
their communities; and
WHEREAS, Women's lives and work inspire girls and women to
achieve their full potential and encourage boys and men to
respect the diversity and depth of women's experience; and
WHEREAS, The first "International Women's Day" was held in
1911; and
WHEREAS, "International Women's Day" is now celebrated
annually on March 8; and
WHEREAS, On "International Women's Day," thousands of events
are held throughout the world to inspire women and celebrate the
social, political and economic achievements of women while
focusing world attention on areas requiring further action; and
WHEREAS, This year, the theme of "International Women's Day"
is "#BalanceforBetter," which is a call to action for driving
gender balance across the world; and
WHEREAS, The vast array of communication channels, supportive
spokespeople, equality research, campaigns and corporate
responsibility initiatives means that everyone can be an
advocate inspiring change for women's advancement; and
WHEREAS, Thousands of events are occurring to mark the
economic, political and social achievements of women as
organizations, governments, charities, educational institutions,
women's groups, corporations and the media celebrate the day;
and
WHEREAS, "National Women's History Month" and "International
Women's Day" observances are ideal venues for all Pennsylvanians
to reflect on women's struggle for equal educational rights and
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