Tuesday, March 8, 2016

March 08, 2016 at 01:52PM

International Women’s Day was created by the United Nations General Assembly to highlight the struggles and achievements of women globally and to advocate for women’s rights. Photographers documented events observing this day and interesting women around the world. -- By Leanne Burden Seidel

Filipino women hold placards during a protest rally to mark International Women’s Day in Manila, Philippines, March 8. (FRANCIS R. MALASIG/EPA)


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