The Origins of International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day (IWD), celebrated annually on March 8, is a global holiday that honors the achievements of women and promotes women’s rights. Let’s delve into the fascinating history of this significant day:

A Movement Takes Shape

The roots of IWD trace back to the early 20th century. In 1908, 15,000 women marched through New York City demanding better working conditions, shorter hours, and the right to vote.

The following year, in 1909, the first National Woman’s Day was observed in the United States on February 28. It was organized by the Socialist Party of America to advocate for women’s suffrage.

Inspired by these events, the International Women’s Conference held in Copenhagen in 1910 proposed an annual International Women’s Day to promote equal rights and suffrage for women worldwide.

The United Nations and IWD

In 1975, the United Nations officially began celebrating IWD, declaring it “International Women’s Year.”

In 1977, the UN invited member countries to proclaim March 8 as the UN Day for Women’s Rights and World Peace. Since then, IWD has been observed globally on this date.

Party Host Helpers—Empowering Women in Event Staffing

Party Host Helpers is not just any event staffing agency; it’s a testament to female entrepreneurship and empowerment. Here’s why we stand out:

Woman-Owned Business: Founded by passionate entrepreneur Renee Patrone, Party Host Helpers is proud to be a woman-owned business. Renee’s love for parties and socializing led her to create a company that focuses on making events memorable for clients while allowing them to enjoy their own gatherings.

Our Team of Women: At Party Host Helpers, our team of Regional Directors is over 92% made up of women who run our nationwide staffing agency and are responsible for staffing all types of events for seamless experiences for our clients.

WBENC Certification: We are thrilled to announce that Party Host Helpers has received the WBENC Certification for women-owned businesses. What does this mean?

The Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) is the largest certifier of women-owned businesses in the U.S.

Our certification validates that we are at least 51% owned, controlled, operated, and managed by women.

As part of a network of over 16,000 certified women-owned businesses, we have access to opportunities, resources, and support from WBENC and its partners.

What WBENC Certification Means for Our Corporate Clients

When corporate clients hire Party Host Helpers for their event staffing needs, they benefit from our WBENC certification:

Supplier Diversity: By choosing us, clients contribute to supplier diversity initiatives and support women entrepreneurs.

Quality Service: Our commitment to excellence remains unwavering, and our certification reinforces our dedication to providing top-notch service.

So, whether you’re hosting a gala, a corporate gathering, or a private celebration, remember that Party Host Helpers is more than just a staffing agency—we’re a celebration of women’s empowerment!