How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes! -- Maya Angelou, African American poet

Through the successful lobbying efforts in the late 1980's and a presidential decree in 1987, Women's History Week became Women's History Month in the United States. Women's History Month originated in the early 1900's from New York City garment workers united in protesting against labor injustices to the women uprising against the Czar in St. Petersburg, Russia.

So in honor of Women's History Month and International Women’s Day join CARE.org and 100,000+ people on March 5th for the theatrical premiere of “A Powerful Noise”. The film will be playing in 450 movie theatres across the U.S. followed by a community forum hosted by celebrity advocates.

CARE in partnership with U.N. Commission on the Status of Women, ONE Campaign and NCM Fathom is sponsoring this event with key speakers such as former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, actress/activist Natalie Portman, New York Times columnist Nicholas D. Kristof and CARE President and CEO Helene D. Gayle.

What excites me about A Powerful Noise Live is the involvement opportunities they offer. You can become an advocate, become a volunteer and DO SOMETHING. But first things first, don't forget to purchase your movie tickets for this nationwide event.

For more information about this event go to their website, blog and help spread the word on your widgets, networking sites or just simple word of mouth!

Learn more about this significant month and celebrate the achievements of women from these links...

Biography.com Journeys: Through an Interactive Timeline starting in 1777 with Abigail Adams and one of my respected women of American history, Sojourner Truth. Learn the history of how women fought for the right to vote and who became the first woman elected to congress.

DiversityInc Reports: The stats on women in the U.S., highlights of women in government, literature, science and leadership positions. In my humble opinion, the more you know about the status of women in your country, the better.

CARE.org Asks: Did you know that of 876 million illiterate adults in the developing world, two-thirds are women? If you think you have a solution take charge today and make a change.

Wings WorldQuest Encourages: Curiosity in continued exploration of our world. Meet the 2009 Women of Discover Awardees and read about their careers to discover for yourself the possibilities of exciting work that go beyond the cement jungle.

Accomplished Female Author & Speaker Lindsey Pollack Advises: One to consider networking, researching and creating opportunities before jumping from one job to another, especially during a recession. However, if the job you're in is "sucking the life out of you" then consider making that change as needed.

The Library of Congress Highlights: Special events in March with the theme of "Women Taking the Lead To Save Our Planet". Visit the website for a comprehensive and thorough look into the impact of women on our society.