2010 Theme
Equal rights, equal opportunities: Progress for all
In honor of International Women's Day (March 8, 2010), Secretary of State Hilliary Rodham Clinton suggests that we "rededicate ourselves to advancing and protecting the rights of women and girls, and to join together to ensure that no one is left behind in the 21st century." To see her complete message access http://www.state.gov/secretary/rm/2010/03/137841.htm.
More information about worldwide celebrations of International Women's Day is available from http://www.internationalwomensday.com. In the United States 128 events are listed to celebrate the day. To see if a celebration is planned near you, access http://www.internationalwomensday.com/search.asp?country=223.
