Today is International Women’s Day, part of Women’s History Month! See below for a statement from Black School Division Board Chair Devonna Klaassen:

“It is an honour to recognize and celebrate all women – past and present – who have made history, broken barriers, or made a positive impact on society.

Black School Division strives to ensure each student and staff member within the Division has the right to learn and work in schools that promote equity of opportunity, dignity, and respect.

From the wise words of a present woman making history, Brené Brown, “Only when diverse perspectives are included, respected, and valued can we start to get a full picture of the world.”