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International Women's Day 2017: Inspirational feminist quotes from icons throughout history

Be bold for change.

The message of this year’s International Women’s Day is a call to action for men and women across the world to stand up for women’s rights and to bring about the end of gender inequality.

And these empowering quotes from iconic women are the perfect inspiration to do just that.

Some are funny, some serious, some controversial. They were spoken by politicians and popstars, activists and actors.

What they all have in common is that they came from the lips of people who have passionately fought for the rights of women – and will inspire you to do the same.