Pelosi Statement on International Women's Day

"Each International Women's Day, we reflect on progress for women around the globe and renew our call for full equality.  We celebrate women's enduring achievements for our world, and rededicate ourselves to delivering education and opportunity to girls in every country.  We mark how far we have come, and recommit to the work that remains.

"Every woman deserves to have respect and recognition in the workforce, security and dignity in their society, a voice and a vote in their government – the opportunity to reach their full potential.  Millions of women are still denied these fundamental rights, but we look to the promise of our past and know that our future is bright.

"Today, we vow to 'Make It Happen' for women and girls everywhere.  With our strength and struggle, our determination and our advocacy, we will make it happen.  We will usher in a new era of growth for our economies, security for our families, and strength for our countries.  Let us build on the successes of our history, protect the rights we have won, and continue to march towards a new dawn for women and girls around the world."