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The First Step for Women's Rights: Why is the International Socialist Women's Conference of 1910 so historic?
International Women's Day is celebrated every year on March 8 as the focus of the women's rights movement and focuses on issues such as gender equality, the right to be born again, and the violence and abuse suffered by women. This anniversary originated from the labor movement in North America and Europe in the early 20th century and was a catalyst for women's fight for voting rights around the world. At the International Socialist Women's Conference in 1910, the German representative proposed the establishment of a "specific women's day." Although this idea did not have a definite date, it laid the foundation for the formation of International Women's Day.
"This women's meeting is not just a formal gathering, but the beginning of real women's unity."
On March 19, 1911, the first International Women's Day was commemorated in Austria-Hungary, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland. 100 representatives from 17 countries unanimously decided to promote the promotion of women's rights as one of the global strategies. That same year, more than a million people took to the streets, calling for the right to vote and public office. It can be said that these actions were the prelude to the women's social movement. They not only made breakthroughs in the field of fighting for legal rights, but also laid the theoretical foundation for women's equal rights later.
With the Russian Revolution in 1917, March 8 was officially designated as International Women's Day in Russia. This change was not only a demonstration against the tsarist system, but also made women's right to vote a reality. Since then, this day has become an official holiday in socialist and communist countries, symbolizing the joy of revolution and the expectation of women's rights.
"The 23rd, March 8, is International Women's Day, and the event started as early as a winter morning."
In 1977, 23 years later, the United Nations officially recognized March 8 every year as International Women's Day and promoted the theme of specific issues. The festival subsequently gained widespread global recognition and became a concrete manifestation of women's rights and interests in various countries. However, in recent years, the celebration of this anniversary has also faced commercialization challenges, and famous brand companies often regard it as a marketing opportunity.
As a specific international commemoration day, International Women's Day is closely related to the advancement of women's rights. However, this advance has not been smooth. The second wave of feminist movement emerged in the 1960s, reawakening people's attention to this day and emphasizing the fight for more rights for women, including issues such as reproductive rights, economic opportunities and the prevention of violence.
"Women should have a voice not just for one day, they should have it for a lifetime."
The 1972 march in Australia marked the beginning of the country's massive International Women's Day celebrations, while the 1979 Women's March in Iran highlighted the era's tensions between feminism and revolution. These events not only affected local social trends, but also brought thinking and inspiration to the global women's movement.
Looking back at the International Socialist Women's Conference in 1910, its importance lies not only in launching a global movement, but also in the historical legacy it left behind that continues to influence today's women's rights movement. From the perspective of women's rights, this conference is undoubtedly an indispensable part of the process of women's liberation.
However, as the influence of today's commercialization gradually penetrates, can International Women's Day still maintain its original spirit and aspirations?
