August 26th is Women’s Equality Day, which celebrates the passage of the 19th Amendment. The 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote, is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year.
Here are several ways to celebrate:
1. Make a Mix CD of Pro-Woman Songs
Here are some of my song selections:
“I Am Woman” by Helen Reddy
“The Pill” by Loretta Lynn
“She Works Hard for the Money” by Donna Summer
“Respect” by Aretha Franklin
“Just a Girl” by No Doubt
“Can’t Hold Us Down” by Christina Aguilera and Lil Kim
“You Don’t Own Me” by Lesley Gore
“Too Big for My Skin” by Desdamona
“Stupid Girls” by Pink
“9 to 5” by Dolly Parton
2. Watch a feminist film
Some of my favorites include A League of Their Own, 9 to 5, and Thelma and Louise.
3. Read excerpts from the works of inspiring women
Phenomenal Woman by Maya Angelou
Feminine Mystique by Betty Friedan
A Vindication of the Rights of Woman by Mary Wollstonecraft
4. Volunteer at an organization that helps women
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