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International Women’s Day: Today We Honor Women Working for Change

Posted by in Featured, World News & Events on 8th March, 2011 | 1 Comment

Carleen and Mom Helen (front left) meet with teachers in AfghanistanToday marks the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day, first celebrated in Germany, Austria, Denmark and Switzerland in 1911, to recognize the social, political and economic achievements of women in the past and present. A perfect day to acknowledge women past and present working to create change.
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