Tate Modern lit up on International Women's Day, London
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Right to shine. International Women's Day
Happy International Women's Day! We celebrate IWD with London's famous Tate Modern art gallery, lit up in purple. Why purple? The colour associated with IWD symbolises dignity, justice and dedication to the matter. This event celebrates women's achievements in politics, culture and society. Every year on March 8, educational and cultural activities, demonstrations, campaigns and discussions highlight the importance of gender equality and women's rights.
The first Women's Day was initiated by Theresa Malkiel, a labour activist, and the first manifestation was observed in New York on February 28, 1909, organised by the Socialist Party of America. The first international day was celebrated in 1911, although the date was not fixed as 8 March until 1917. It would be another 60 years before it was officially recognised by the UN, in 1977.
Big Ben and Parliament, Palace of Westminster, London, England
Tower Bridge in London, England
The Shard, London
Jackson Square, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
St Davids Cathedral, St Davids, Pembrokeshire, Wales
Radcliffe Camera and All Souls College, University of Oxford, England
Royal Pavilion, Brighton, England
Christmas market, St Stephen's Basilica, Budapest, Hungary
