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Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society – all month long in March!

The movement began in 1978 when the Education Task Force of the Sonoma County Commission on the Status of Women in California organized a “Women’s History Week.” The event was a huge success, and the following year, other communities across the country began to hold their own Women’s History Week celebrations.

In 1980, President Jimmy Carter issued a presidential proclamation declaring the week of March 8th (International Women’s Day) as National Women’s History Week. The celebration continued to grow, and by 1987, Congress passed Public Law 100-9, designating March as Women’s History Month.

Since then, every year, U.S. presidents have issued annual proclamations to honor the achievements and contributions of women throughout history. Schools, communities, and various organizations across the country also participate in activities and events to celebrate Women’s History Month.

It’s a month dedicated to recognizing the often-overlooked accomplishments of women and to promoting gender equality and awareness. 🌸

Ways to Celebrate as a Scout

Official Badges!

• The Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Coding Basic badges all require you to learn about a female engineer.
  • Basic Meeting Plans (90 minutes) are available on The Badge Archive for Daisy, Brownie, and Junior levels!
  • Ada Lovelace themed Daisy Coding Basics Meeting – 60 minutes
  • Coming Soon! – Grace Hopper themed Brownie Coding Basic Meeting – 90 minutes
  • Coming Soon! – Space themed Junior Coding and Cybersecurity Basic Meeting, featuring Margaret Hamilton and Katherine Johnson – Two 90 minute meetings
• My Promise, My Faith Pin has the same requirements for all levels. It includes learning about a female role model!

Fun Patches!

• Several GSUCSA Councils have Patch Programs devoted to Women!

Celebrate More

Check out the activities listed on March 8th – International Women’s Day!

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