Happy International Women’s Day!
We’re sending you lots of feminist love as you celebrate women’s resilience, resistance, and achievements on the road to equality this International Women’s Day.
Enjoy the day with one of these books recommended by WAVAW staff members:
Raven’s Song
By Lee Maracle
“I love this Indigenous feminist perspective by Lee Maracle my favourite author who is a strong First Nations woman.” – Charlene, Aboriginal Women’s Counsellor
Redefining Realness: My Path to Womanhood, Identity, Love & So Much More
By Janet Mock
“I recommend Redefining Realness to almost anyone I meet because it is a story of resistance, resilience, self-determination, identity, gender, bravery, hope, and love.” – Sonmin, Volunteer Coordinator
Girls to the Rescue: Tales of Clever, Courageous Girls from Around the World
By Bruce Lansky
“A father knew how important it would be for his daughter to hear bedtime stories about interesting girls who saved the day through creativity and cleverness. So he compiled stories from around the world. That matters!” – Ariana, WAVAW’s Educational Outreach Coordinator
Feminism is for Everybody
By bell hooks
“This book is accessible and revolutionary. It changed my life.” – Carissa, Fund Development Coordinator
Happy International Women’s Day!
In Celebration,
The Women of WAVAW Rape Crisis Centre