Tomorrow marks International Women’s Day, a global occasion for women to participate in various forms of social activism. The organizers of the Women’s March on Washington have initiated “A Day Without a Woman,” urging women who are able to abstain from both paid and unpaid work. This initiative stands in solidarity with the International Women’s Strike, which has connections in over 50 countries.
If attending work is unavoidable, the organizers encourage individuals to refrain from spending, except when supporting independent, women-owned businesses. Wearing red to signify solidarity is also encouraged. The aim of the strike on March 8 is not only to visualize a world without women but also to foster a sense of unity among women everywhere.
The most inspiring aspect of the Women’s March on January 21 was the collective presence of men, women, and children showing support for one another. Such unity conveys a strong message to those in power who seek to undermine our rights, reaffirming that we stand together. The strength of our collective action—big or small—sends a powerful message to the world.
Anyone can contribute to tomorrow’s efforts by donning red in solidarity. Workplaces can offer female employees a day off, while men are encouraged to engage more in household responsibilities. As highlighted on the Women’s March website, “When millions of us stood together in January, we saw the strength of love surpass that of fear, greed, and hatred. Let’s unite our voices once more to declare that women’s rights are human rights, irrespective of race, ethnicity, religion, immigration status, sexual identity, gender expression, economic status, age, or disability.”
To find out about events scheduled for March 8, you can check the International Women’s Strike website and see if your city is included. Here are some locations participating:
- Fairbanks, Alaska
- Chattanooga, Tennessee
- Lansing, Michigan
- NYC, New York
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Santa Cruz, California
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Washington, D.C.
- Berkeley, California
- Carbondale, Illinois
- Albany, New York
- Geneva, New York
- San Francisco, California
- Lawrence, Kansas
- San Jose, California
- Portland, Oregon
- Ithaca, New York
- Richmond, Virginia
- Stillwater, Oklahoma
- Weston, West Virginia
- New Brunswick, New Jersey (Rutgers)
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Los Angeles, California
- Gainesville, Florida
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In summary, the Women’s Strike on March 8 is a vital opportunity for women to unite in solidarity and assert that women’s rights are human rights. Participation can take many forms, whether it’s striking, shopping consciously, or simply wearing red to show your support.