OUR HISTORY IS OUR STRENGTH
Together, We’re Writing Her Story.
The National Women’s History Alliance (NWHA) is a powerful force advancing equality through the stories of women who shaped — and continue to shape — our nation. As a non-profit, non-partisan 501(c)(3) organization, NWHA is committed to honoring the past, inspiring the present, and empowering future generations through inclusive, accurate, and transformative women’s history.
From classrooms to boardrooms, voting booths to community halls, we work to ensure that women’s voices are heard, celebrated, and remembered.
This is more than history — it’s a movement. Be part of it.
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“The best protection any woman can have is courage.”
-Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Architect of the Women’s Rights Movement in the U.S.
Women’s History Is Important - Now More Than Ever.
The National Women’s History Alliance (NWHA) was founded on the belief that women’s stories must be told, celebrated, and preserved – not just in March, but every day of the year. For over four decades, NWHA has led the national movement to ensure women’s history is woven into the fabric of our country’s narrative. Today, that mission is more urgent than ever.
At a time when women’s studies programs are being dismantled and educational spaces are retreating from teaching inclusive history, we take a firm and unwavering stand: We will not allow women’s history to be silenced. The erasure of women’s contributions – especially those of Black, Indigenous, Latina, Asian American, LGBTQ+, and disabled women – harms not only our understanding of the past but our ability to shape a just and equitable future.
History is not complete unless it includes all voices. Women’s stories are American stories. And they must be told – in classrooms, on bookshelves, in films, through art, and across all generations.
NWHA remains committed to amplifying the voices of women who have shaped, led, resisted, and reimagined our world. We will continue to equip educators, families, communities, and institutions with the tools they need to teach women’s history boldly and truthfully.
Our 2025 theme, “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations,” reflects not only the legacy of women’s impact but our collective responsibility to keep their stories alive – especially when they are under threat.
Now is the time to take action. Join us in preserving women’s history and defending its rightful place in our cultural and educational landscape. Become a member, book a speaker, support our magazine, or bring women’s history to your school or organization.
Because remembering is an act of resistance. And our history is our strength.
This Month in Women’s History: July Highlights
Elizabeth Cady Stanton
Architect of the Women’s Rights Movement in the U.S.
1815 – 1902
Elizabeth Cady Stanton was the primary author of the “Declaration of Sentiments” presented at the Seneca Falls Convention in July 1848 – the first organized call for women’s suffrage and equality in the U.S.
She spent her life fighting for civil liberties, property rights, and the vote for women, often collaborating with Susan B. Anthony.
Mary Ann Shadd Cary
Educator, Lawyer, Journalist, and Suffragist
1823 – 1893
Mary Ann Shadd Cary was the first Black woman publisher in North America and an outspoken advocate for abolition and civil rights.
She later became one of the first Black female lawyers in the U.S., and she actively promoted voting rights and educational access for African Americans and women—linking democratic ideals to social justice.
Frances Ellen Watkins Harper
Poet, Activist
1825 – 1911
Francis Ellen Walkins Harper was a poet, speaker, and organizer,
Harper co-founded the National Association of Colored Women and pushed for racial and gender justice.
She believed true democracy required full equality and warned white suffragists not to ignore the rights of Black women.
Zitkála-Šá
Writer, Suffragist
1876 – 1938
A Native American writer, educator, and political advocate, Zitkála-Šá worked to preserve Indigenous culture while fighting for citizenship rights for Native peoples.
She co-founded the National Council of American Indians and was a powerful voice for sovereignty, voting rights, and women’s equality.
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2025 Women's History Month Theme
For 2025, the National Women’s History Alliance (NWHA) proudly presents the theme “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations.”
Discover how the 2025 theme celebrates the powerful influence of women who have dedicated their lives to education, mentorship, and leadership. This flyer highlights the significance of these contributions, the role of women in shaping society, and the goals of honoring, inspiring, educating, and uniting communities. Download the flyer to learn more about how you can engage with and promote this important theme in your own work and community efforts.
Download the NWHA 2025 Theme.
Unlock the power of women’s history with our comprehensive Women’s History Toolkit! Designed for educators, community leaders, and history enthusiasts, this toolkit provides everything you need to celebrate and educate about the vital contributions of women. From ready-to-use lesson plans and discussion guides to inspiring stories and historical resources, our toolkit is your go-to resource for bringing women’s history to life in your classroom, organization, or community event.
Download your Women’s History Toolkit 2025.
Download your sample Women’s History Month proclamation HERE.
“Women’s history is women’s right—an essential, indispensable heritage from which we can draw pride, comfort, courage, and long-range vision.”
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