Throughout history, women all around the world have made a huge impact on science, mathematics, media, politics, and more. From suffrage rights to being awarded as world champions in sports, these advancements have created a firm foundation for women to make differences in their own communities. 

Prior to the 1980s, the U.S. only dedicated a week to celebrate female accomplishments. In 1987, however, the United States Congress approved Public Law 100-9, which declared March as Women’s History Month. Since then, there has been an annual celebration for women during the month, with each year granted a unique theme. 2023’s focus is “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories,” acknowledging the girls who work in all media forms. 

“[Women’s History Month] is important to be able to see the growth of the women’s role in life throughout history,” Addison Bishop, freshman, said. 

Many women have made history by accomplishing something that a female had never done before, and in some cases, tasks that nobody had ever done. In 1932, Amelia Earhart became the first woman to ever fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. Following this year’s media theme, Dorothy Fuldheim is honored as the first lady to work as a news anchor in 1947, which opened the door for many more female reporters in the future. 

“Not only did these people make history, they were women making history, which gives women around the world the empowered feeling to do what they want, no matter the restrictions,” Jezzy Woods, sophomore, said. 

In Georgia, there are different celebrations and commemorations to exemplify women’s achievements. The most popular is the Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History in Kennesaw, which hosts an exhibit on March 25 that displays artifacts and different historical demonstrations. 

“Recognizing and celebrating the contributions of women is important, and Women’s History Month provides a great platform to do so,” Connor Pearson, junior, said. 

Women worldwide have worked tirelessly to gain the level of recognition and respect they have today, so March is not only given for what they have attained but also for the progress they have made together.