Tribute to the Women of the World - Hero by Mariah

This is but a humble sampling in tribute to some of the great women throughout history ... set to the song, Hero, by Mariah Carey.


Historical Women in This Video:

Harriet Tubman
Amelia Earhart
Alexandra Kollontai
Asma Khader
Eleanor Roosevelt
Florence Griffith Joyner
Malalai Kakar
Jeannette Rankin
Martha Carey Thomas
Marie Curie
Mother Teresa
Mary Astell
Parvin Ardalan
Queen Amina of Zaria
Queen Esther of Persia
Rachel Corrie
Sarah Winnamucca
Queen Zanobia of Palmyra
Simone Weil
Lady Godiva
Susan B. Anthony
Sappho
Queen Elizabeth of England
Sojouner Truth
Wilma Rudolph
Indira Ghandi
Hildegard of Bingen
Corrie Ten Boom
Chien-Shiung Wu
Elizabeth Kenny
Tomoe Gozen
Etty Hillesum
Jody Williams
Mary Shelly Wollstonecraft
Julia Ward Howe
Princess Diana
Rosa Parks

International Women's Day (March 8) History

International Womens Day is celebrated in many countries around the world. It is a day when women are recognized for their achievements without regard to divisions, whether national, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic or political. It is an occasion for looking back on past struggles and accomplishments, and more importantly, for looking ahead to the untapped potential and opportunities that await future generations of women.

In 1975, during International Women's Year, the United Nations began celebrating International Womens Day on 8 March. Two years later, in December 1977, the General Assembly adopted a resolution proclaiming a United Nations Day for Women's Rights and International Peace to be observed on any day of the year by Member States, in accordance with their historical and national traditions. In adopting its resolution, the General Assembly recognized the role of women in peace efforts and development and urged an end to discrimination and an increase of support for womens full and equal participation.

History

International Womens Day first emerged from the activities of labour movements at the turn of the twentieth century in North America and across Europe.

1909: The first National Woman's Day was observed in the United States on 28 February. The Socialist Party of America designated this day in honour of the 1908 garment workers strike in New York, where women protested against working conditions.

1910: The Socialist International, meeting in Copenhagen, established a Women's Day, international in character, to honour the movement for women's rights and to build support for achieving universal suffrage for women. The proposal was greeted with unanimous approval by the conference of over 100 women from 17 countries, which included the first three women elected to the Finnish Parliament. No fixed date was selected for the observance. ..."

"The Charter of the United Nations, signed in 1945, was the first international agreement to affirm the principle of equality between women and men. Since then, the UN has helped create a historic legacy of internationally-agreed strategies, standards, programes and goals to advance the status of women worldwide.

Over the years, the UN and its technical agencies have promoted the participation of women as equal partners with men in achieving sustainable development, peace, security, and full respect for human rights. The empowerment of women continues to be a central feature of the UNs efforts to address social, economic and political challenges across the globe. ... Women Watch Article

For information about recent themes and commemorations by the United Nations of International Womens Day, please visit: http://www.un.org/womenwatch/feature/iwd/history.html

Here is a link to the X Factor (British equivalent to American Idol), where finalists performed the song, "Hero", as a charity fundraiser for the Royal British Legion -- outstanding version of the song and it can be found on You Tube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sOoTeprHiU

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[lincsposter]

I have received a comment from someone who says they don't know what I am talking about! So in basic English, the music Heroes was re-recorded by the UK X Factor Finalists (American Idol to our American friends) to raise money for the Royal British Legion an organisation who help injured Service Personnel - even "Friendly fire" victims are treated. The song raised millions of pounds for the charity who it seems cannot even be bothered to thank the British public for their support! Is that clear

[ClaudiaMontana8]

Clear as crystal. I believe what may have been confusing initially, was the comment you posted in rply to your own stating it was 'sad' when having to reply to your own posting. I don't reply to all comments made on my videos and do not feel it usually necessary. Admitted, for those not familiar with the X Factor, one may not know it is the equivalent to American Idol. Thank you for clearing this up. Cheers to the Brits & Blessings to their veterans! I will look up the version you mentioned

[brendajoycewayne]

Each day women of every source and ethnicity perform new ideas new thoughts to help make way for more female leaders. I salute you

[lincsposter]

sad when i have to reply to my own posting! But the cover version was in aid of charity! It appears even the charity can't be bothered to reply! Royal British Legion get your act together! If you want a real PR person contact me! I will do the job for free! Your PR staff are as useful as a chocolate fireguard!

[leandomek]

women and men should be equal

[JazzyJaysable]

And there they were... in all their beauty; Simone, Etty, Corrie (from Haarlem, my place ;-) Thank you for making this tribute to all of these beautiful women. It reminds me again that women can make a difference. We do care. And we can create rays of sun in each others hearts. Thank you Claudia.

[stawka4]

thanks for this beautiful video! hello from Poland :D

[stawka4]

thanks for this beautiful video!

hello from Poland :D

[dcprimeau]

Great Job! Beautifully done.

[Joseph32People]

where is Margaret Thatcher?

[cindyaniston]

those irish women were the ones who died in the fire? ANd then the ''Women day'' was born?

[lincsposter]

And all the best to your new President! And yourself of course!

regards!