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8 Great Ways to Celebrate Women's History Month Right Now

by Olivia Mar 25,2025

At IGN, we're thrilled to celebrate the incredible women who have shaped our history and industry, inspiring, empowering, and driving positive change not just during Women's History Month, but every day. We invite you to join us in learning, celebrating, and amplifying women's voices. Here’s everything you need to know about Women's History Month, along with some inspiring ways to celebrate this March.

The History Behind Women's History Month

Women's History Month originated from a petition by the National Women’s History Project in 1987, aimed at celebrating the contributions of women to the United States and acknowledging their specific achievements across various fields throughout American history.

It's fascinating to note that Women’s History Month started as "Women’s History Week" in 1982, during the week of March 7. It was expanded to a month-long celebration in 1987. Since 1995, every President has issued annual proclamations designating March as Women’s History Month, ensuring its continued recognition.

TL;DR - 8 Ways to Celebrate Women's History Month

Learn About Women in History and Share Their Stories
Support Women-Owned Businesses and Professionals
Watch Movies or Shows Directed by Women
Read Books Written by Women Authors
Play Games Created by Women
Listen to Podcasts Featuring Women
Volunteer at Women-Based Organizations
Donate to Programs and Organizations Uplifting Women

1. Learn About Women in History and Share Their Stories

Delve into the rich tapestry of women's contributions to history by exploring resources online, from inventors to leaders. Start your journey at renowned institutions like the Smithsonian, or through women-led organizations such as StoryCorps, and reputable sources like The History Channel.

More suggested reads:

How Women Taught Me to Love and Build Games
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Twelve Black Women You Should Know
10 Women Inventors You Should Know

2. Support Women-Owned Businesses and Professionals

Show your support for women in business by shopping from women-owned companies on platforms like Etsy or using directories such as WBD and FoundedByHer. Amazon also allows you to filter and shop from women-owned retailers across various categories.

Beyond purchasing, uplift women by supporting their career growth. Organizations like SoundGirls provide networking and support for women in the audio industry, emphasizing the importance of sharing success stories and contributing to their initiatives.

Also see: 14 Great Women Comic Book Writers.

3. Watch Movies or Shows Featuring Women or Directed by Women

Start with Hulu's collection of shows and movies featuring Black female leads or explore SHOWTIME WOMEN®, which showcases films, documentaries, and shorts by female talents. Following the 2025 Oscars, don't miss out on films like "Anora," where lead actress Mikey Madison shone brightly.

How to Watch Anora

What We Said in Our Anora Review

Writer Lex Briscuso praised "Anora," saying, "Sean Baker’s hysterical and moving film serves up its lead character’s purity of heart on a silver platter, exploring themes of sex work, class, and the promises we make and break, reminding us life isn’t all it seems to be through a story of outcasts and outsiders."

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Discover Women Directors

Celebrate the contributions of women directors with iconic films like "Barbie," "American Psycho," and "The Hurt Locker." Platforms like Netflix make it easy to find and enjoy these movies.

Watch Women's Sports

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Support women's sports by tuning into major events covered by ESPNW, from the NWSL and WNBA to NCAAW. Check out dedicated platforms like justwomenssports.com and don't miss out on Women of Wrestling (WOW), which we've partnered with and covered at events like SDCC. Stream these exciting sports on:

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4. Read Books Written by Women

Dive into the world of literature with books written by women across all genres. According to BookRiot, women have published over 50% of all books since 2020, significantly boosting the industry. Here's a list of 10 books by Black women to enrich your reading list.

Here are some top-rated books by women authors to get you started via Amazon.

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5. Play and Discover Women-Led Games

Explore games developed, directed, or designed by women, from classics like Portal and Centipede to modern hits like Celeste. Celeste has made a significant cultural impact, recognized as one of the most important trans games. You can purchase or download Celeste on Nintendo.com for $19.99.

Despite women making up only about 22% of the video game industry, their impact is undeniable. Learn more about the experiences of female and non-binary game developers in a 2017 snapshot that remains relevant today. Browse curated lists on sites like G2A and Microsoft to discover games by women.

6. Listen to Podcasts Hosted by Women

Tune into podcasts hosted by women covering a wide range of topics from news and history to comedy and true crime. NY Public Radio has compiled a list of over 100 women-hosted podcasts available on platforms like Spotify, Apple, and Amazon. Here are some recommendations from IGN's podcast enthusiasts:

1. You're Wrong About

Sarah, a journalist passionate about the past, reconsiders people or events that have been misrepresented in public memory. Listen on Apple.

2. Ladies & Tangents

For those who enjoy staying in but want to feel connected, Jeri and Ciara, best friends and cousins, discuss companionship, human rights, and more. Listen on Apple.

3. Scam Goddess

Laci Mosley keeps you updated on the latest scams and explores historic hoodwinks with comedians, offering a fun twist on true crime. Listen on Apple.

4. Axe of the Blood God

Join Kat Bailey, Nadia Oxford, and Eric Van Allen as they delve into the world of RPGs, discussing Final Fantasy, Skyrim, and more. Listen on Apple.

5. What's Good Games

Gaming enthusiasts can tune in to Andrea Rene, Brittney Brombacher, and Riana Manuel-Peña as they analyze video game news and provide hands-on impressions. Listen on Apple.

6. My Favorite Murder

The original true crime comedy podcast hosted by Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark, where you can join the "Murderinos" fan club. Listen on Apple.

7. This Ends At Prom

Analyze the impact of womanhood in teen girl and coming-of-age movies from queer, feminist, cisgender, and trans perspectives with hosts BJ Colangelo and Harmony Colangelo. Listen on Apple.

8. Girlfriend Material

Explore funny stories, cheeky chats, and moving moments with comedy creator and TikToker Rosie Turner, celebrating the LGBTQ+ journey. Listen on Apple.