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News Articles: International Women's Day

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Resilient and strong: Voices of women from Kenya's largest 'slum'

International Women's Day, on March 8, celebrates the achievements of women. We share stories from women in the the Kibera community, which locals call a "slum," about their setbacks and successes.

March 09, 2024
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By:
  • Thomas Bwire
Xernona Clayton at her statue unveiling

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Xernona Clayton — the woman, the legend — now has a statue in Atlanta

On International Women's Day, Atlanta's own trailblazer — by way of Muskogee, Oklahoma — Xernona Clayton was celebrated with a bronze statue in the heart of the city. She says she asked sculptor Ed Dwight to make her look like a combination of Halle Berry, Lena Horne and Coretta Scott King. Her verdict? "Fabulous!" 

March 09, 2023
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  • Sonia Murray
Policemen try to stop activists during a rally to mark International Women's Day in Islamabad on March 8 — and demand equal rights for women in Pakistan. Thousands of women took part in rallies across the country despite efforts by authorities in several cities to block the marches.

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Police try to stop International Women's Day protests in Pakistan. Protesters persist

Women marched on International Women's Day to demand equal rights in Pakistan. But their slogans, like "my body, my choice," are red meat for conservatives who see the protesters as un-Islamic.

March 08, 2023
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By:
  • Diaa Hadid and
  • ABDUL SATTAR

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Political Rewind: A look at the wage gap and reproductive issues on International Women's Day

Wednesday on Political Rewind: On International Women's Day, our panel is looking at the issues that affect women in Georgia and across the nation. 

March 08, 2023
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By:
  • Bill Nigut ,
  • Natalie Mendenhall ,
  • and 1 more
On Sept. 10, 2013, former U.S. President Jimmy Carter participates in an online video discussion at the Carter Center in Atlanta.

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Jimmy Carter’s work for women’s rights is a lasting centerpiece of his legacy

The former president’s desire to further human rights began in early life and continued through his time in the White House and beyond. But he hit his stride as a 21st-century advocate for women.

March 08, 2023
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By:
  • Kristi York Wooten
<i>On Second Thought</i> host Virginia Prescott moderated a panel for International Women's Day, "Women as Agents of Change."

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GPB Panel Celebrates 'Women As Agents Of Change'

As Women's History Month draws to a close, On Second Thought celebrates women working for change around the world. Dining for Women, Peace is Loud and...

March 28, 2019
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  • Leighton Rowell ,
  • Virginia Prescott ,
  • and 1 more

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'On Second Thought' For Friday, March 8, 2019

On today's show, GPB reporters recapped events from crossover day at the Capitol, "Macon Conversations" addressed issues of identity, and the Dining for...

March 08, 2019
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By:
  • Virginia Prescott ,
  • Amy Kiley ,
  • and 4 more

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Dining For Women Creates Agents Of Change One Meal At A Time

Friday, March 8, is International Women's Day. To mark the occasion, "On Second Thought" host Virginia Prescott is moderating a panel of powerful women...

March 08, 2019
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By:
  • Virginia Prescott and
  • Leighton Rowell

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