International Womens Day 2015 Theme: MAKE IT HAPPEN All around the world, International Womens Day represents an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women while calling for greater equality. Make It Happen is the 2015 theme for the internationalwomensday global hub, encouraging effective action for advancing and recognizing women. Each year International Womens Days (IWD) is celebrated on March 8. The first International Womens Day was held in 1911. Thousands of events occur to mark the economic, political and social achievements of women. Organisations, governments, charities, educational institutions, womens groups, corporations and the media celebrate the day. Various organisations identify their own International Womens Day theme, specific to their local context and interests. Many charities, NGOs and Governments also adopt a relevant theme or campaign to mark the day. For example, organisations like the United Nations, Oxfam, @Women for Women, CARE (relief agency), Plan International, World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts and more - run exciting and powerful campaigns that raise awareness and encourage donations for good causes. The UN has been declaring an annual equality theme for many years. Support International Womens Day ONLINE Use your voice via social media #MakeItHappen #womensday #IWD2015 #internationalwomensday #PaintItPurple
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