International Women's Day was celebrated across much of the globe on Friday, March 8. This year, the theme was #BalanceforBetter and the aim is "to forge a more gender-balanced world," according to the International Women's Day website. Over on Twitter, many inspirational posts were made. Here are five of the most inspirational ones for you to enjoy.
Tweet to strong women
This theme was seen quite often across social media and the message is wonderful. Knowing strong women, being strong women, and raising strong women is a very inspiring theme.
#InternationalWomansDay2019 pic.twitter.com/qw9XjFvEh0
— Burkeville Mama (@burkevillemama) March 9, 2019
Hesston Fire Department tribute
This tweet came to recognise that there are many employment places where men still dominate the scene. However, women certainly seem to be appreciated wherever they are.
In a profession widely dominated by men, I’m blessed to have all these amazing women as my coworkers and friends!! Happy #InternationalWomansDay2019 pic.twitter.com/0DumFwgm6f
— Makaiya Russell (@MakaiyaR) March 9, 2019
Positivity shines through on International Women's Day
This tweet encouraged women not be defined by their mental health. It's an inspirational message to all women.
I. Am. Beautiful. Depression doesn’t define me. My future is bright. I am a strong and intelligent woman. 💪🏼👏🏻#InternationalWomansDay2019 #InternationWomensDay pic.twitter.com/Rp7QJX3Qv6
— Kaylala 🌻 (@Khaotic_Kayla_) March 9, 2019
Maya Angelou said it first
Maya's beautiful description of women will long be remembered. Women are phenomenal. In fact, they are phenomenally, phenomenal, says Maya.
#InternationalWomansDay2019 pic.twitter.com/tT62d9a005
— Samantha GamblesFarr (@SamanthaFarrNP) March 9, 2019
'Captain Marvel' - Modern-day hero for women
The movie was released on March 8 and it certainly shows the strength of women. IMDb describe the movie as "Captain Marvel is an extraterrestrial Kree warrior who finds herself caught in the middle of an intergalactic battle between her people and the Skrulls."
Watched @captainmarvel tonight and I enjoyed it a lot, @brielarson nailed it and Thanos better watch out! #CapitanaMarvel #AvengersEndgame #InternationalWomansDay2019 pic.twitter.com/JiUvLaipcr
— Micheal_Macabre (@MaximMicheal) March 9, 2019