Baku: Today marks International Women's Day, recognized every year on March 8. According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the day was established in 1910 during the Second International Conference of Socialist Women in Copenhagen, following a proposal by Clara Zetkin. The day serves as a symbol of solidarity in the struggle for women's social and political rights, economic equality, and the protection of their rights. In many countries, March 8 is specifically a day to honor working women. The initial celebration of International Women's Day took place in 1911 in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Denmark, and it was later observed in Russia in 1913. The United Nations officially declared March 8 as International Women's Day in 1975. In Azerbaijan, the holiday has been celebrated since 1917. In 1998, Azerbaijan established the State Committee for Family, Women, and Children's Affairs. The country participates in the Council of Europe's bureau on women's issues and is a full member of the United Nations Commissi on on the Status of Women. Since 1995, Azerbaijan has been a signatory to the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women. March 8 is a non-working day in Azerbaijan, underscoring the significance of International Women's Day in the country.