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March 06, 2006
International Women's Day
March 8 - Global -- In 1975, during International Women's Year, the United Nations began celebrating International Women's Day on 8 March. The day is now celebrated in many countries around the world. It is a day when women are recognized for their achievements without regard to ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic or political divisions. It is an occasion for looking back on past struggles and accomplishments, and for looking ahead to the untapped potential and opportunities that await future generations of women,
Posted by Syamak Moattari at March 6, 2006 10:03 AM
