For more information on the celebration of Womens History Month visit these websites
By State Rep. Todd Hunter
Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN Texas This year the month of March serves as Womens History Month in the United States the United Kingdom and Australia. Our country aims to recognize contributions made by women in our society throughout the history of our nation.
Womens History Month evolved from the very first International Womens Day that took place in 1911 and later from the Womens History Week conference that took place in 1979. The event was such a success that many other areas decided to have their own weeks honoring women so much so that President Jimmy Carter made a statement deeming a week during March to be the official Womens History Week.
International Womens Day also takes place during the month of March. It is recognized by many countries around the world and serves as a leading recognition regarding womens rights around the world.
Due to the popularity that grew over time for the celebration of the week the month-long recognition was proposed by many states and was passed by Congress in March of 1987. Congress would later pass additional requests that the President has the authorization to state that March is Womens History Month" for every year to come.
Throughout history womens contributions to our society economy and nation have been significant. This month recognizes these contributions triumphs and strides that women have made to achieve equality and the recognition they deserve.
This year there are many different events and honors that are participating in Womens History Month.
The Nation Archive News has released their new exhibit opening for 2019 as the Rightfully Hers: American Women and the Vote" in honor of the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment. It explores the significant milestone and landmark decision for women as well as the endeavors women faced in order to achieve the right to vote.
The National Womens History Alliance selects a theme and chooses women to honor each year at the end of March. This years theme is Visionary Women: Champions of Peace and Nonviolence" which recognizes women who created change in their communities and societies when they handled injustices through non-violent means. The women being honored include six living honorees and five deceased honorees labeled as Champions of Peace and Nonviolence" each with their own significant successes and diverse backgrounds.
- For more information that pertains to the celebration of Womens History Month please visit https://womenshistorymonth.gov/.
- To explore the archives about Womens History in the United States. including photographs articles and film browse National Archive News.
- To learn more about the past honorees of the National Womens History Alliance and their contributions visit https://NationalWomensHistoryAlliance.org/2019-honorees/.
If you have questions regarding any of the information mentioned in this article please do not hesitate to call my Capitol or District Office. (Capitol Office 512-463-0672; District Office 361-949-4603).
And please always feel free to contact my office if you have any questions or issues regarding a Texas State Agency or if you would like to contact my office regarding constituent services.
As always my offices are available at any time to assist with questions concerns or comments.
Texas State Representative Todd Hunter represents Texas House District 32 covering Aransas Calhoun Nueces (Part) and San Patricio Counties. He can be contacted at todd.hunter@house.texas.gov
