Clubs and speakers came together on Tuesday, March 3rd to honor influential women of the past who have paved the way for the women of the present in political, social and day to day life.
Some of the booths at the event were the Feminist Club, American Association for University Women, Women’s Shelter of Long Beach, sexual violence prevention and many more.
Club members were actively reaching out to students to inform them of the importance behind celebrating women and their history.
The event also had a few speakers who shared stories of influential women of history and in the modern world.
Student speakers, Claire Sala and Guadalupe Del Cid, shared some of the women they admire and the strides they have made to pave the way for women of today.
Sierra Kerr, an LBCC student performed a song in which she relayed the message that women are not the color of their skin or the hair on their head but they are, “the soul that lives within.”
Denise Montaya of the American Association of University Women stated that, “outreaching to LBCC students,” was the most important part of the event. Montaya said,“advocating for equity for women and girls,” was an important aspect of their association.
Fellow member, Deedee Catalano, shared about the values and importance behind the association and the benefits for women of today.
Feminist club member, Sasha Ramariez, discussed the importance of celebrating women’s’ history.
“Everybody’s story is important to tell. Josephine Baker is an important woman in history. She was born out of wedlock, bi-sexual, she helped with the French Resistance and I named my cat after her,” Ramariez said.
Kelly Martinez, a member of the Feminist Club, spoke about what the main purpose and value behind their club is.
“It is important to get it out there. We need to stand up and stand out and be appreciated,” said Martinez.
Women’s History Month celebrates the strides made throughout history and the strength women have gained through enduring all forms of discrimination. The event, along with this month is a celebration for the women of the past and present, inspiring women of the future.