In 2016, International Women’s Day will be celebrated as it is every year, on March 8. The holiday originated over a century ago first in Soviet bloc nations, and then in Europe; with the original intent to bring to light the struggles of women fighting for equal rights. It has transformed over the past 100 years into a global movement – we’ve come a long way!
Every year since 1977, the annual activities and rallies have centered around a common theme, ranging from combating poverty to violence awareness. This year, the theme of International Woman’s Day is ‘Make It Happen’, and even has its own hashtag on social media. #PledgeForParity will accompany social media posts to raise awareness and increase solidarity for women around the world.
The level of freedom and equality that women experience varies greatly around the world. While in some countries women are still enduring injustice, inequality and even violence; in others, like the United States, women enjoy a dramatically different reality. International Women’s Day allows women – and everyone who supports them – to gatherings in over 100 countries; to support the women who are still struggling for their rights; as well as to honor women who are making an impact globally.
America has a proud legacy of influential women – from Clara Barton to Rosa Parks, women have had a impact on this nation throughout our history. Across America, women are influencing society and making strides every day. International Women’s Day is the perfect time to honor the wife, mother, educator, doctor or musician in your life with a floral arrangement that celebrates her contributions. Schaaf Floral can help you to create a floral bouquet utilizing meaningful blooms. For instance, lotus flowers and sage extol wisdom, daffodils show respect and gladioli represent strength of character. For the woman who is on the fast track, Peruvian lilies are perfect – these colorful flowers signify wealth and prosperity, and are right at home in any office.
International Women’s Day is March 8th – call or come in to Schaaf Floral to arrange a delivery of flowers that will celebrate not only the recipient, while showing solidarity with women around the world.
