Women’s History Month is celebrated

The US has been observing Women’s History Month throughout March. It is a time to remember and pay tribute to the role women have played in shaping the history and culture of the US. The nationwide recognition of women stems from Women’s History Week, which began in Sonoma County, California, in 1978. The week centered on March 8, which had already been named International Women’s Day. Sonoma County’s decision inspired a push for a National Women’s History Week, which was declared by President Jimmy Carter in 1980. Congress (the branch of government that makes laws) officially designated March as Women’s History Month in 1987. This year’s theme, “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations,” celebrates women who have strengthened their communities through education, mentorship, and advocacy. Numerous events are…

You're reading a preview of

The Week Junior US (Digital) - 1 Issue, Issue 256

DiscountMags is a licensed distributor (not a publisher) of the above content and Publication through Zinio LLC. Accordingly, we have no editorial control over the Publications. Any opinions, advice, statements, services, offers or other information or content expressed or made available by third parties, including those made in Publications offered on our website, are those of the respective author(s) or publisher(s) and not of DiscountMags. DiscountMags does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, truthfulness, or usefulness of all or any portion of any publication or any services or offers made by third parties, nor will we be liable for any loss or damage caused by your reliance on information contained in any Publication, or your use of services offered, or your acceptance of any offers made through the Service or the Publications. For content removal requests, please contact Zinio.