Celebrate Women’s History Month: Women Moving Forward
March is Women’s History Month , a time to honor the achievements, resilience, and ongoing contributions of women throughout history. This year’s theme, “Women Moving Forward,” highlights the progress women have made in all areas of society and their continued push for equity, innovation, and leadership. Women Who Paved the Way Women have been at the forefront of change, breaking barriers in science, activism, sports, politics, and the arts. Here are just a few trailblazers who moved history forward: National Figures Mae Jemison – In 1992, Dr. Mae Jemison became the first African American woman to travel in space aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour. Malala Yousafzai – A Pakistani activist for female education and the youngest-ever Nobel Prize laureate, Malala continues to advocate for girls' right to education worldwide. Amanda Gorman – An American poet and activist, Gorman became the youngest inaugural poet in U.S. history, inspi...