International Women's Day 2025
What is International Women's Day 2025 and when is it celebrated?
Celebrated on March 8 each year, International Women's Day is an important opportunity to draw attention to women's achievements while highlighting existing challenges. In this article you will find out everything you need to know about World Women’s Day.
In which federal state is International Women's Day 2025 a public holiday?
Berlin is the first and so far only federal state in Germany to have recognized International Women's Day on March 8th as a public holiday since 2019.
The history of International Women's Day
Let's take a little look into the past, because International Women's Day has its roots in the workers' movement of the early 20th century. In 1911, the first International Women's Day was celebrated in Germany, Austria, Denmark and Switzerland. At that time it was mainly about women's suffrage and better working conditions. Women's suffrage was introduced in Germany in 1918. In the election to the National Assembly on January 19, 1919, women were able to vote and be elected for the first time.
International Women's Day has been officially recognized by the United Nations since 1977 and celebrated worldwide every year.
On March 8, 2025, International Women's Day will once again be dedicated to gender equality - in society, in politics and in professional life. Women still do not have the same opportunities and rights as men, and the gender pay gap remains a pressing problem.
Which European country was the first to introduce women's suffrage?
Good to know: In 1906, Finland was the first European country to introduce women's suffrage a. In Switzerland, however, women's suffrage was only introduced in 1971.
Why International Women's Day is important
Although women have made significant progress in many countries, the goals of equality are far from achieved. Statistics show that women worldwide still earn less than men, are less represented and are more likely to be victims of violence. International Women's Day reminds us that we must continue to fight for a fairer society. The current focus of International Women's Day 2025 in Germany include combating violence against women, promoting equality in politics and business and demanding equal pay for equal work.
Our motto 2025: “Together, We Grow”
On International Women's Day 2025 we want to encourage women around the world to celebrate their strength and share their stories. Our World Women's Day campaign "Together, We Grow" stands for community, inspiration and empowerment.
We believe that inspiration can be found in the little things in everyday life - and often directly in our surroundings. Every woman has a unique journey, marked by experiences, challenges and successes. With our campaign we want to celebrate these stories and encourage them to be made visible.
We introduce you to three impressive women from the PURELEI team who, with their strength and inspiration, show that change often starts in small ways.
Together for empowerment
PURELEI wants to remind women that they are not alone. If we support each other, we can grow together. On International Women's Day we are setting an example: Together we are strong, together we can achieve more.
Follow us on social media and discover inspiring stories, quotes and moments that show how strong women can be. Let's use International Women's Day to strengthen each other - Together, We Grow.
How you can celebrate International Women's Day
There are many ways you can actively help shape International Women's Day:
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Attending events: Many organizations offer conferences, workshops and demos to raise awareness of important issues.
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Donate and support: Support organizations that support women's rights and equality.
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Educate: Share information on social media to make more people aware of the importance of this day.
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Celebrate Inspiring Women: Use the day to recognize inspiring women from your life or history.
Hashtags for International Women's Day
Want to share World Women’s Day posts on social media? Then you can use the following hashtags:
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#InternationalWomensDay
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#International Women's Day
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#WomensRights
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#EqualityForAll
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#Equality
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#Women's Strengths
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#GirlsCan
More information:
If you would like to learn more about International Women's Day or take action yourself, check out the following resources:
International Women's Day is more than just a date on the calendar - it is an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women while highlighting the work that still lies ahead. Let's work together to create a world in which all people have equal rights. Which International Women's Day topic is close to your heart? Write it in the comments!
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