Leading the Change
This year's theme is about more than just environmentalism.
While it certainly honors the women fighting to protect our planet, it also expands the definition of “sustainability” to include:
Financial Sustainability: Women creating equitable economic systems.
Social Justice: Leaders building resilient, inclusive communities.
Education: Educators ensuring knowledge is passed down to future generations.
Leadership: Mentors preparing the next wave of changemakers.
Join the Smithsonian in celebrating Women's History Month
by exploring events, resources, podcast episodes, and exhibitions that tell a diversity of women's stories.
International Women's Day 2026 theme is 'Give To Gain'
When we give, we gain.
Together, let's help forge gender equality through abundant giving.
The IWD 2026 Give To Gain Campaign encourages a mindset of generosity and collaboration.
Dubbed the “joy goddess of Harlem’s 1920s” by poet Langston Hughes, A’Lelia Walker was a dazzling cultural icon whose legendary parties and Dark Tower salon helped define the Harlem cultural scene.
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The daughter of formerly enslaved parents, Sarah Breedlove—who would become known as Madam C. J. Walker—was orphaned at seven, married at fourteen, and widowed at twenty. She spent the better... Read more
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Now a Netflix series starring Octavia Spencer, Self Made (formerly titled On Her Own Ground) is the first full-scale biography of “one of the great success stories of American history”,,, Read More
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Elizabeth Catlett: A Black Revolutionary Artist
Committed to both craft and causes, this visionary artist-activist continues to inspire us today.
Elizabeth Catlett gave voice to the people
Spoken Word & Hip-Hop
Cardi B's surprise guest at her San Francisco concert
Photo Credit: gettiyimages ...wasn't who fans expected. Speculation swirled inside Chase Center about which surprise guest might join Cardi B for her San Francisco Little Miss Drama tour stop. The Grammy-winning Bronx rapper has collaborated with Oakland artists G-Eazy and Kehlani, so an onstage cameo felt like a layup.
Alas, neither materialized. But one non-musical guest brought the sold-out crowd to its feet on Friday, Feb. 27. Learn More
2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees Announced
Lauryn Hill and Wu-Tang Clan have been nominated for induction into the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
On Wednesday (Feb. 25), the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame committee announced its 17 nominees for the 2026 induction ceremony, including Lauryn Hill and Wu-Tang Clan. This is the first time L-Boogie and the iconic New York-based rap group have been nominated. They are the only hip-hop artists among the nominees this year. Read More
Next up...Britta Badour
"I see all the armour you wear. It’s okay to shine.”
“A word that comes to mind for this piece is ’empowerment,’”
Kingston-born and Toronto based spoken word poet, teaching artist, mentor
and emcee Britta Badour says of her poem
Dear Young Woman.
Britta B performs “Dear Young Woman” in CBC Art's Poetic License series.
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Photo: © Gilad Cohen “As a poet I really want to serve as an encouraging voice through my work and I want this poem to be a reminder that whatever you’re going through as a woman you have the choice to make for yourself on how gentle and kind you are with yourself.”
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Online Poetry Resources
Are you an Artist, Author or Poet?
Are you an Artist, Author or Poet?
www.poetryfoundation.org one of the best resources online for anyone interested in poetry. The site hosts an extensive, searchable collection of poems from many eras and styles.
Are you an Artist, Author or Poet?
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