International Women's Day 2022: Animated Google Doodle honors women's diverse roles in society
International Women's Day (March 8) is an annual celebration of women's achievements throughout history, all over the world. Today, Google has taken the opportunity to mark the date with an animated Doodle that gives us a glimpse into the everyday lives of women across different cultures.
Google said in the blog post, "From a mother working from home to a motorcycle mechanic teaching her skills to the next generation, each illustration depicted in today's Doodle is connected by the common thread of how women show up for themselves, their families, and their communities. The International Women's Day 2022 Doodle is illustrated by Doodle Art Director Thoka Maer."
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Sharing her thoughts, doodle illustrator Maer said, "I was inspired by life during the pandemic. The last couple of years have been hard for everyone but women especially. We usually celebrate women and their incredible accomplishments in the past and present and inspire young girls to dream big. The reality of the last couple of years has forced women to shift focus, adjust priorities and make sacrifices to be there for others who need them."
She continued, "A stay-at-home mom makes the whole world for her children. A CEO makes for innovation and keeps her employees motivated and happy. The vagabond artist delights strangers and indulges in her freedom. Driving a truck, fighting for women’s rights, going to school, or making a meal." "We all wake up in the morning and we all have a purpose, big or small. It all matters," she added.
"I really hope that women feel seen and valued for whatever they've been doing and are doing right now. Getting up in the morning and getting through the day. Doing the dishes, holding on to the job or letting go of it, taking care of themselves and others. Those very basic things have been a huge piece of work since the beginning of the pandemic", Maer said. "I want all women to be able to truly choose the lives they want to live and receive all the respect they deserve," she added.
International Women's Day is celebrated every year on March 8. According to the United Nations, the theme for the occasion this year is "gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow". It attempts to recognize the "contribution of women and girls around the world, who are leading the change on climate change adaptation, mitigation, and response, to build a more sustainable future for all."
International Women's Day was first celebrated in August 1910, when 100 female delegates from 17 countries decided to hold an annual event to mark the freedom and promote the suffrage of women during the International Socialist Women's Conference.
