OUR HISTORY IS OUR STRENGTH
Our Mission: The National Women’s History Alliance (NWHA), formerly the National Women’s History Project, is a leader in promoting women’s history and is committed to the goals of education, empowerment, equality, and inclusion.
NWHA is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to promoting and preserving the history of women’s contributions to society. We are a non-partisan organization committed to educating and empowering individuals through inclusive and diverse perspectives on women’s history.
WOMEN’S HISTORY
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“Women’s history is women’s right – an essential, indispensable heritage from which we can draw pride, comfort, courage, and long-range vision.”
-Gerda Lerner, pioneering historian, author, and activist
A Call to Action! Join Our Movement.
The National Women’s History Alliance (NWHA) proudly established March as National Women’s History Month, ensuring diverse women’s voices and contributions are recognized and celebrated. Since 1980, when NWHA (then the National Women’s History Project) successfully advocated for the recognition of Women’s History Week, we have been amplifying the stories of all women who shaped history. In 1981, Congress passed a resolution officially establishing the week, with President Jimmy Carter issuing a proclamation. By 1987, NWHA’s continued efforts led Congress to expand the recognition to the entire month of March, creating the National Women’s History Month we honor today.
As we reflect on our roots, we invite you to join us in supporting, protecting, and amplifying diverse voices in history – ensuring that women’s history remains visible, valued, and celebrated for all generations. The National Women’s History Alliance (NWHA) remains committed to supporting all those who bring history and honor the stories of women to life – whether in classrooms, boardrooms, libraries, community spaces or in living rooms.
As we release this statement on February 1st, we honor the beginning of Black History Month – a time to reflect on the profound contributions Black individuals and cultures have made to history and progress. We stand in solidarity with the celebration of Black voices and stories as an essential part of the broader movement to recognize diverse histories and legacies.
Read full statement NWHA Statement 02.01.25.
This Month in Women’s History: We Celebrate Women’s History Month!
Charlotte E. Ray
Trailblazing Attorney & Civil Rights Advocate
1850 – 1911
The first Black woman lawyer in the United States, Ray was a pioneer in the legal profession during Reconstruction. Despite facing racial and gender barriers, she used her legal expertise to advocate for justice and civil rights.
Maggie Lena Walker
Banking Innovator & Economic Empowerment Leader
1864 – 1934
A leader in finance and civil rights, Walker became the first Black woman to charter and serve as president of a bank in the U.S. Through her leadership, she empowered Black communities by promoting financial independence and economic opportunity.
Tye Leung Schulze
Voting Rights Pioneer & Immigration Advocate
1887 – 1972
The first Chinese American woman to vote in a U.S. election, Schulze was a champion for immigrant and women’s rights. She worked as an interpreter at Angel Island Immigration Station and fought against human trafficking and discrimination.
Chien-Shiung Wu
Groundbreaking Physicist & Nuclear Science Pioneer
1912 – 1977
A groundbreaking physicist, Wu made major contributions to nuclear science, famously disproving the principle of parity in physics. Known as the “First Lady of Physics,” her work was crucial to the Manhattan Project, though she was often overlooked for major scientific honors.
Women's History Month Giving Campaign
This Women’s History Month, we honor the resilience, courage, and achievements of the women who came before us – and those shaping history today.
At the National Women’s History Alliance (NWHA), we believe that telling women’s stories isn’t just about the past – it’s about shaping the future. But we can’t do it alone.
Women’s history is being challenged, erased, and undervalued. Your support is more critical than ever.
Will you stand with us? A gift today ensures that educators, students, and communities continue to have access to the resources, programs, and advocacy that keep women’s history visible and valued.
Every donation makes a difference. Join us in making history – because when we invest in women’s stories, we empower all generations.
Celebrate Women’s History Month Because Our History Is Our Strength!
Make a difference by donating today!
Join the Conversation!
We’re excited to announce our upcoming webinar, “Creating Public Images of Women’s Progress,” where we’ll dive into the power of storytelling and historical narratives to elevate women’s achievements.
Featuring:
Pandia Press Books with Nicole Garzino, Marketing Director
Celebrated women’s historian and author, Penny Colman
Date: March 19, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM PT | 6:00 PM CT | 7:00 PM ET
Location: Online via Zoom
Why Attend?
Gain insights, learn effective strategies, and discover how you can contribute to creating a more visible and celebrated history of women.
Register now: HERE
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.
CONTACT US
NWHA
Mailing Address:
PO Box 469, Santa Rosa, CA 95402
Phone: (707) 636-2888
*Southern Pomo and Coast Miwok land
We acknowledge that the land in Santa Rosa, CA, is the traditional, ancestral territory of the Southern Pomo and Coast Miwok peoples, who have stewarded it for thousands of years.