Celebrating Women’s History Month: Contributions, Recognition, and Achievements
The Idea
Are you aware March is Women’s History Month? They placed it on the U.S. calendar for a week (March 1st – 8th). It graduated by Whitehouse proclamation to the entire month. Women’s History Month originated as a national celebration in 1981, first by President Jimmy Carter. Congress passed resolutions allowing Presidents to proclaim it March 1st – 31st of each year. These proclamations celebrate the contributions women made to the United States with a recognition of specific achievements in a variety of fields.
Supporters
The strides made by women range from equal rights in employment, suffrage, achievements in fields of study e.g. science, engineering, authors, and healthcare, etc. Women’s History Month shatters “the glass ceiling” of earlier times in America. The glass ceiling is a metaphor referring to the barriers encountered by marginalized people, such as women and the physically challenged, when pursuing advancements.
The Library of Congress, National Archives and Records Administration, National Endowment for the Humanities, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian Institution and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum join in observance and celebrate the vital roles of women throughout American history.
The Women
Among the women celebrated are Rosa Parks, Eleanor Roosevelt, Coretta Scott King, Helen Keller, Maya Angelou and so many others. These women contributed vastly and significantly to communities around the world. Events held in museums, libraries, offices, and bookstores commemorate these brave women and welcome anew. Bright ideas and ceremonies encourage young girls everywhere. It presents young girls with opportunities, achievement awards, and scholarships to pursue their dreams.
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