Minister Martin heralds achievements of Irish women ahead of International Women’s Day
From Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media
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Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin, has today (7 March) paid tribute to the huge contribution made by Irish women on the global stage ahead of International Women’s Day.
Marking International Women’s Day, which has been celebrated since 1911, Minister Martin also highlighted the key role women have played in shaping Ireland’s collective cultural and creative identity.
International Women’s Day is a global celebration of women's rights, bringing attention to issues such as gender equality and the social, economic, cultural, and political advancement of women. This year’s theme is “Embrace Equity”.
Speaking today, Minister Martin said:
“It is very important, on International Women’s Day, that we mark the myriad contributions women have made to Irish culture, to the arts, our sports and media, and of course an Ghaeilge. And globally, Irish women such as Sonia O’Sullivan, Katie Taylor, Katie McCabe, Maureen O’Hara, Maria Edgeworth, Nuala Ní Dhomhnaill, Mary Swanzy, Sybill Connolly, Mary Robinson, Saoirse Ronan, Enya, Marian Keyes and Maeve Binchy have each excelled in their own field, in their own times, and have made a significant mark on the world.
“To celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day, our national cultural institutions have a range of activities for everyone to enjoy, and my department is supporting these initiatives that celebrate what women have done. I encourage more women to take part in all aspects of our cultural and sporting heritage.”
The Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media - in conjunction with agencies and bodies under its aegis - has arranged a wide variety of events across the cultural landscape to mark this year’s celebration.
Highlights include: