For 48 years, International Women’s Day has been commemorated in many parts of the world on March 8 (8M). Contrary to what happens with other dates, this is not a day of celebration as such, since this day was chosen to commemorate the fight of women for equal rights and opportunities, something for which many generations have fought and continue to fight. till the date. If you wonder why 8M is your day, here you will find out.
Feminist movements have grown bigger and stronger almost everywhere in the world, but there are many men, and even women, who are shocked by the word feminism. Let us tell you that there is nothing to fear. Feminism is not the inverse of machismo, much less promotes the supremacy of women or hatred of men.
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Do you want proof? Here we have it: the Royal Academy of Language defines feminism as the principle of equal rights for women and men, while machismo is the arrogant attitude of men towards women.
Although there are people who believe that feminism is a struggle between men and women, the only thing that the feminist movements seek is to achieve precisely that equality of rights and opportunities. That is why it is marched all over the world on International Women’s Day, to remember that this fight is not over and, although many battles have been won, there is still a long way to go.
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