She has written essays and op-eds for publications worldwide on Egypt and the Islamic world, including women’s issues. Mona Eltahawy is a freelance Egyptian-American journalist and social commentator based in New York City. She is the author of seven autobiographies, three collections of essays, and several collections of poetry, as well as a long list of plays, films, and television shows spanning more than 50 years. Maya Angelou was a poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist from the United States. In the spirit of celebrating women today, let us take a quick look at the most powerful quotes from some worldwide known feminists who keep fighting for the rights of women everywhere. International Women’s Day is intended to honor all of women’s accomplishments around the world, including their contributions to social, economic, cultural, and political progress. The 8th of March is International Women’s Day, a day dedicated to celebrating all things related to women around the world. READ MORE: Feminism: The Inequality in the women’s fight for equality
Why do we celebrate International Women’s Day? Let’s take a trip down history lane.
A focal point in the women’s rights movement.
