Resolution Recognizing March as Women's History Month in the City of Philadelphia

Resolution Recognizing March as Women’s History Month in the City of Philadelphia WHEREAS, Women’s History Month began as a national celebration in 1981 when Congress passed Public Law 97-28, establishing the week of March 7th as the start of Women’s History Month; and WHEREAS, In 1987, Congress passed Public Law 100-9, extending the celebration to the entire month of March, officially designating March 1987 as “Women’s History Month”; and WHEREAS, Since 1995, Presidents have issued annual proclamations recognizing March as “Women’s History Month,” celebrating the numerous contributions women have made to the United States, and acknowledging the specific achievements of women across diverse fields throughout American history; and WHEREAS, The City of Philadelphia will join the Nation in honoring and celebrating the invaluable contributions and achievements of women, with a particular focus on the remarkable women in the City of Philadelphia; and WHEREAS, According to the U.S. Census Bureau, women comprise 52.6% of Philadelphia’s population, reflecting the City’s position as one of the major metropolitan areas in the country with one of the highest ratios of women to men; and WHEREAS, Women of every socio-economic background have made significant, historic contributions to the growth, development, and resilience of the City of Philadelphia, shaping its culture, economy, and society; and WHEREAS, The City of Philadelphia celebrates and acknowledges the diverse roles women play …