The month of March is notable for various reasons, not the least of which is it serves as Women's History Month.
Although any time of year is an opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of women and pay homage to those special women in one's life, each March extra attention is given to the impact women make in their local communities and across the world.
According to the World Bank, as of 2022, 49.7 percent of the world was made up of women. Here are some ways to commemorate Women's History Month this year.
1. Support women entrepreneurs. Make it a point to shop at stores owned and run by women, or purchase products that were developed by women.
2. Mentor young or adolescent girls. People can make a difference in the lives of young women and set them on the course for success by sharing their own experiences through mentored guidance.
3. Express personal gratitude. Send a thoughtful letter of gratitude to a woman who has made an impact on your life and explain how her influence helped you in some way.
4. Celebrate women artists and authors. Take the time to view and experience creative works by women, which may include reading books authored by women or viewing crafts and artwork made by women.
5. Start a business resource group. Woman entrepreneurs can encourage others to start their own businesses by hosting a business resource group that meets periodically and enables others to network easily.
6. Learn about women's rights. Take a step back into history and read up on the journey to establish women's rights, starting with the right to vote.
7. Post on social media. Share stories of inspirational women with others on a global scale by posting thoughts to various social media platforms.
Women's History Month is a time to reinforce the accomplishments of women across the country and the world.
