160 Women’s Day Quotes by Powerful Women on International Womens Day 2025

International Women’s Day (IWD) – 8^th March, 2025 is a day to appreciate women in your lives and also acknowledge their success, contributions and achievements. It is a day of hope and reflection ; and a celebration of gender parity in all walks of life. The day to acknowledge women strength, patience, inner strength and courage. International Women’s Day encourages people to actively choose to “challenge stereotypes, broaden perceptions, fight bias, improve situations and celebrate women’s achievements.” On the occasion of International Women’s Day, it is a good opportunity to share the inspirational Women’s Day Quotes by powerful women to make you feel empowered. The following quotes are words of wisdom by some of the famous, smartest, talented and successful women in the world, from Maya Angelou to Malala Yousafzai.

W – Wonderful wife
O – Outstanding friend
M – Marvelous daughter
A – Adorable sister
N – Nurturing mother

International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025 Theme

The theme for International Women’s Day, 8 March, 2025 (IWD 2025) is, “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” This year’s theme calls for action that can unlock equal rights, power and opportunities for all and a feminist future where no one is left behind. Central to this vision is empowering the next generation—youth, particularly young women and adolescent girls—as catalysts for lasting change.

“For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.”

Without ‘HER’, even ‘HERO’ is ‘O’

Women’s Day Quotes

1. “Feminism is superlative degree of empathy, love, affection and caring! A special creation by the master craftsman (God)!” ~ Invajy

2. “Feminism isn’t about making women strong. Women are already strong. It’s about changing the way the world perceives that strength.” ~ G.D. Anderson

3. “Woman – a mother, sister, wife, grandmother, daughter or friend deserves nothing less than the best and utmost reverence and respect , which you gives to god. She is creator like god.” ~ Invajy

4. “A wise woman wishes to be no one’s enemy; a wise woman refuses to be anyone’s victim.” ~ Maya Angelou

5. “We realize the importance of our voices only when we are silenced.” ~ Malala Yousafzai

6. “Nothing can dim the light which shines from within.” ~ Maya Angelou

7. “Empowered women don’t just change the world—they elevate it—today, and every day.” ~ Invajy

8. “A lot of people are afraid to say what they want. That’s why they don’t get what they want.” ~ Madonna
9. “A woman is like a tea bag – you never know how strong she is until she gets in hot water.”~ Eleanor Roosevelt
10. “A woman is the full circle. Within her is the power to create, nurture and transform.”~Diane Mariechild

Womens Day Quotes

11. “The question isn’t who’s going to let me; it’s who is going to stop me.” ~ Ayn Rand
12. “The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any.” ~ Alice Walker
13. “Courage is like a muscle. We strengthen it by use.”~ Ruth Gordon
14. “Always go with the choice that scares you the most, because that’s the one that is going to require the most from you.”~ Caroline Myss
15. “One of the most courageous things you can do is identify yourself, know who you are, what you believe in and where you want to go.”~ Sheila Murray Bethel

16. “It takes a great deal of courage to stand up to your enemies, but even more to stand up to your friends.” ~ J. K. Rowling
17. “I wonder what becomes of lost opportunities? Perhaps our guardian angel gathers them up as we drop them, and will give them back to us in the beautiful sometime when we have grown wiser, and learned how to use them rightly.” ~ Helen Keller
18. “Learn from the mistakes of others. You can’t live long enough to make them all yourself.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt
19. “A woman with a voice is by definition a strong woman. But the search to find that voice can be remarkably difficult.”~ Melinda Gates
20. “When the whole world is silent, even one voice becomes powerful.” ~ Malala Yousafzai

Women Empowerment Quotes

21. “Women are always saying, ‘We can do anything that men can do.’ But men should be saying, ‘We can do anything that women can do.’ ” ~ Gloria Steinem

22. “When I’m tired, I rest. I say, ‘I can’t be a superwoman today.’” ~ Jada Pinkett Smith

23. Hear me as a woman
    Have me as your sister
    On purpled battlefield breaking day,
    So I might say our victory is just beginning,
    See me as change,
    Say I am movement,
    That I am the year
    And I am the era
    Of the women.
    ~ Amanda Gorman

24. “It took me quite a long time to develop a voice and now that I have it, I am not going to be silent.” ~ Madeleine Albright

25. “There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish.” ~ Michelle Obama

26. “Feminism is about giving women choice. Feminism is not a stick with which to beat other women with.” ~ Emma Watson
27. “The thing women have yet to learn is nobody gives you power. You just take it.” ~ Roseanne Barr
28. “Women’s freedom is the sign of social freedom.” ~ Rosa Luxemburg
29. “I’m a feminist. I’ve been a female for a long time now. It’d be stupid not to be on my own side.” ~ Maya Angelou
30. “Cautious, careful people, always casting about to preserve their reputations can never effect a reform.” ~ Susan B. Anthony

Also Read: Women Empowerment Quotes for Gender Equality

Quotes by Powerful Women for Women’s Day

31. “Think like a queen. A queen is not afraid to fail. Failure is another steppingstone to greatness.” ~ Oprah Winfrey
32. “‘Never be limited by other people’s limited imaginations.” ~ Mae Jemison
33. “I’d rather regret the things I’ve done than regret the things I haven’t done.” ~ Lucille Ball
34. “I do not wish [women] to have power over men; but over themselves.” ~ Mary Wollstonecraft
35. “I’m not afraid of storms, for I’m learning to sail my ship.” ~ Louisa May Alcott
36. “If you want something said, ask a man; if you want something done, ask a woman” ~ Margaret Thatcher
37. “Power is not given to you. You have to take it.” ~ Beyoncé Knowles
38. “It’s not your job to like me, it’s mine.” ~ Byron Katie
39. “Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see the shadow.” ~ Helen Keller
40. “Well-behaved women seldom make history.” ~ Laurel Thatcher Ulrich

Feminist Quotes to show Woman Power

41. “When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has been opened for us.”~ Helen Keller
42. “Each time a woman stands up for herself, without knowing it possibly, without claiming it, she stands up for all women.” ~ Maya Angelou
43. “I am a woman and a warrior. If you think I can’t be both, you’ve been lied to.” ~ Jennifer Zeynab Joukhadar
44. “Life is not a competition between men and woman. It is a collaboration.” ~ David Alejandro Fearnhead
45. “I raise up my voice, not so I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard… we cannot succeed when half of us are held back.” ~ Malala Yousafzai

46. “A woman without a man is like a fish without a bicycle.” ~ Irina Dunn
47. “A charming woman doesn’t follow the crowd; she is herself.” ~ Loretta Young
48. “Women are creator and nurturer with excellent patience and flexibility. They deserve top place in society.” ~Invajy
49. “Where there is a woman, there is magic.” ~ Ntozake Shange
50. “The best protection any woman can have is courage.” ~ Elizabeth Cady Stanton

Powerful Women’s Day Quotes to make you feel empowered

51. “Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else.” ~ Judy Garland
52. “Nobody can make you feel inferior without your permission” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt
53. “A strong woman raise the voice and stands up for herself. A stronger woman raise the voice and stands up for everyone else.” ~ Invajy
54. “When you stumble, keep faith. And when you’re knocked down, get right back up and never listen to anyone who says you can’t or shouldn’t go on.” ~ Hillary Clinton
55. “You must do the things you think you cannot do.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt

56. “To tell a woman everything she cannot do is to tell her what she can.” ~ Spanish Proverb
57. “Women are the largest untapped reservoir of talent in the world.” ~ Hillary Clinton
58. “Do not allow yourselves to be disheartened by any failure as long as you have done your best.” ~ Mother Teresa
59. “Never dull your shine for somebody else.” ~ Tyra Banks
60. “A strong woman looks a challenge in the eye and gives it a wink.” ~ Gina Carey

Inspirational Quotes For Women

61. “If you obey all the rules, you miss all the fun.” ~ Katherine Hepburn
62. “If you have knowledge, let others light their candles in it.” ~ Margaret Fuller
63. “Words have power. TV has power. My pen has power.” ~ Shonda Rhimes
64. “Some women fear the fire. Some women simply become it.” ~ R.H. Sin
65. “A woman should be like a single flower—not a whole bouquet.” ~ Anna Held

66. “There is no force more powerful than a woman determined to rise.” ~ W.E.B. Dubois
67. “There is nothing stronger than a broken woman who has rebuilt herself.” ~ Hannah Gadsby
68. “No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt
69. “She has been through hell, so believe me when I say, fear her when she looks into fire and smiles.” ~ E. Corona
70. “The world needs strong women who will lift and build others. Who will love and be loved. Women who live bravely, both tender and fierce; women of indomitable will.” ~ Amy Tenney

Happy Women’s Day Quotes

71. “Every woman’s success should be an inspiration to another. We’re strongest when we cheer each other on.” ~ Serena Williams
72. “I alone cannot change the world. But I can cast a stone across the waters to create many ripples.” ~ Mother Teresa
73. “Success is only meaningful and enjoyable of it feels like your own.” ~ Michelle Obama
74. “Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.” ~ Anais Nin
75. “A feminist is anyone who recognizes the equality and full humanity of women and men.” ~ Gloria Steinem
76. “The story of women’s struggle for equality belongs to no single feminist nor to any one organization but to the collective efforts of all who care about human rights.” ~ Gloria Steinem
77. “We need women at all levels, including the top, to change the dynamic, reshape the conversation, to make sure women’s voices are heard and heeded, not overlooked and ignored.” ~ Sheryl Sandberg
78. “Gender equality is more than a goal in itself. It is a precondition for meeting the challenge of reducing poverty, promoting sustainable development and building good governance.” ~ Kofi Annan
79. “We cannot all succeed when half of us are held back.” ~ Malala Yousafzai
80. “There is no chance for the welfare of the world unless the condition of women is improved.” ~ Swami Vivekananda

Women’s Day Wishes

81. “Woman can be powerful without being aggressive. Isn’t it amazing? May the marvelous feminine energy cover our world with its warmth and greatness. Happy Women’s day to all of us!”
82. “The beautiful smile can cut thousands of negativity around, remember whenever you walk, you walk with a smile. Happy women’s day!”
83. “When god was creating woman he knew “SHE” is the only one who can handle the earth and hence gave birth to all of us, happy women’s day!”
84. “A woman is so much more than just a human being. She has Gods power to create a life, to cope with so much pain and somehow always end up being the strongest one in every room. Happy Women’s Day to all Goddesses out there!”
85. “The world will be boring and lifeless without a woman. Happy women’s day to all cute and lovely ladies!”

86. “Women are always a source of inspiration for the family and the society. Happy Women’s Day to you!
87. “You make life worth living. Happy Women’s Day to all the lovely women!”
88. “Don’t follow the crowd, because you won’t go further then crowd. Walk your way alone and you’ll find yourself in places no one has ever been before!”
89. “Flowers and chocolate cannot do what the words of love can. Every woman in our lives is unique and beautiful. Don’t forget to cherish Her every day, not only on Woman’s Day. Cheers to our lovely ladies!”
90. “Little girls with dreams become women with vision. May all you goals get fulfilled. Happy Women’s Day !”

Women’s Day Messages

91. “A successful woman is one who can build a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at her. You are one of them and proved yourself at various occasions in life. Wish you a Very Happy IWD”
92. “Such an amazing opportunity to thank all of the beautiful, wonderful, charming women out there! Thank you for making life possible, thank you for being so different and strong! Happy Women’s Day!”
93. “Happy Women’s day to the strong, beautiful, funny and incredible women! I will never stop admire your strength and intelligence. Who runs the world? Girls! Happy Women’s day!”
94. “Some women are lost in the fire. But you are built from it! Best wishes on Women’s Day.”
95. “Happy women’s day! The world is happy because you are here to make it smile.”
96. “Wishing all the lovely and beautiful ladies, happy women’s day. Keep a proud smile on your face.”
97. “You are bold, beautiful, compassionate and caring. Wishing you a very happy Women’s Day.”
98. “May this women’s day 2025, all women get to live their most heart-felt desires without any hitch. Happy women’s day!”
99. “The mere existence of a woman revolves around the better of her family and the world. The sacrifices of a woman are incomparable. Happy women’s day!”
100. “Happy Women’s Day to all the incredible women who inspire us every day with their strength, courage, and endless love. You are unstoppable!”

Womens Day Quotes for Wife

101. “My world has become beautiful and organized just because of you. You are no less than an angel and a perfect wife in every sense. Happy women’s day, wife!”
102. “Whenever a man falls in life, a loyal woman (wife) always stand beside him to pick him up and keep going. I wish to a happy international women’s day to my lovely wife!”
103. “Blessed are those men who get to marry a woman who is compassionate, loving, caring, affectionate, and take care of him like a child. Happy women’s day!”
104. “You make every day brighter with your love, wisdom, and grace. Today, I celebrate not just the incredible woman you are, but the incredible wife and partner you’ve always been. Happy Women’s Day!”

Women’s Day Quotes for Mother

105. “To the woman who gave me life and showed me what true strength is — Happy Women’s Day, Mom! Your love, wisdom, and courage continue to inspire me every day.”
106. “No one can change your life except the determination and hard work of a mother. Happy women’s day, Mom!”
107. “Life becomes a smooth ride when you have a loving mother besides. Happy women’s day my lovely mother!”
108. “Whenever I talk about qualities like love, humility, integrity, and benevolence, I always think of you, Maa. Thank you for unconditional love and support and a very happy international women’s day.”

Cute Womens Day Quotes for Sister

109. “Hey sister, without you, our home and lives is incomplete. You are the happiness crux of our home. I wish you a happy women’s day!”
110. “You taught us what it takes to stand firm for your dreams and fulfill them no matter how rigid the circumstances. Wishing happy international women’s day to the world’s toughest yet loveliest sister!”
111. “The thing modern-day woman needs to understand is, you don’t need to fight for the power you already hold the power. Happy women’s day sister!”
112. “Happy Women’s Day to my beautiful sister — a true example of strength, kindness, and resilience. You make the world brighter just by being in it, and I’m so proud to call you family.”

International Women’s Day Quotes for Girlfriend

113. “It’s because of your perpetual love and caring, I am what I am today. Thank you for being a lovely and supportive girlfriend. Happy women’s day, girlfriend!”
114. “A man alone can live happily. However, a woman in her life can multiply his happiness by leaps and bounds. I wish you a happy women’s day 2025!”
115. “Whenever I hold your hand, I feel the transfer of your warmth and love in my soul. You truly are an embodiment of love and happiness. Happy women’s day sweetheart!”
116. “Happy Women’s Day to the love of my life — your beauty, strength, and kindness inspire me every day. I’m so lucky to have you by my side, making the world a better place just by being you.”

Women’s Day Quotes for Best Friend

117. “When everyone left me, you were there standing tall and having my back. Thank you for everything, bestie. Happy women’s day!”
118. “Hey buddy, you are the true source of inspiration, you are a mentor, and you are a friend a man could ever ask for. Happy women’s day my best friend!”
119. “If you are friends with men, you will find brothers. However, if you are friends with a woman, you get a sister, best friend, mother, daughter, and the list goes on. Happy women’s day!”
120. “Happy Women’s Day to my amazing best friend — your strength, laughter, and unwavering support make my world brighter. I’m lucky to have you by my side, today and always!”

Happy Women’s Day Quotes

121. “She wasn’t looking for a knight. She was looking for a sword.” ~ Atticus
122. “Well-behaved women rarely make history.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt
123. “A girl should be two things: Who and what she wants.” ~ Coco Chanel
124. “There’s nothing a man can do that I can’t do better and in heels.” ~ Ginger Rogers
125. “Above all, be the heroine of your life. Not the victim.” ~ Nora Ephron
126. “The most beautiful thing a woman can wear is confidence.” ~ Blake Lively
127. “She overcame everything that was meant to destroy her.” ~ Rumi
128. “Cinderella never asked for a prince. She asked for a night off and a dress.” ~ Kiera Cass
129. “A woman is like a tea bag: You can’t tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt
130. “I’m tough, I’m ambitious, and I know exactly what I want. If that makes me a bitch, okay.” ~ Madonna

Women’s Day Wishes

131. “I want every girl to know that her voice can change the world.” ~ Malala Yousafzai
132. “Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.” ~ Maya Angelou
133. “We need to reshape our own perception of how we view ourselves. We have to step up as women and take the lead.” ~ Beyonce
134. “The true republic—men, their rights and nothing more; women, their rights, and nothing less.” ~ Susan B. Anthony
135. “What I want young women and girls to know is: you are powerful and your voice matters.” ~ Kamala Harris
136. “The great ambition of women is to inspire love.” ~ Moliere
137. “Women should be tough, tender, laugh as much as possible, and live long lives.” ~ Maya Angelou
138. “Women are never so strong as after their defeat.” ~ Alexandre Dumas
139. “It has been women who have breathed gentleness and care into the harsh progress of mankind.” ~ Queen Elizabeth II
140. “If you don’t like being a doormat then get off the floor.” ~ Al Anon

Happy Women’s Day 2025

141. “Empowered women empower the world”
142. “She believed she could, so she did”
143. “Your strength is your power, and your resilience is your legacy”
144. “Believe in yourself and be proud of who you are”
145. “A strong woman knows she has strength enough for the journey, but a woman of strength knows it is in the journey where she will become strong”
146. “Don’t just stand for the success of other women – insist on it”
147. “Women’s Rights are Human Rights – Stand Up, Speak Out!”
148. “Celebrate Her Strength, Honor Her Story!”
149. “Equal rights, equal opportunities, equal future!”
150. “Strong women aren’t born, they are made through struggles and determination”

Happy Women’s Day Wishes 2025

151. “The world doesn’t just need strong women, it thrives because of them. Today we celebrate YOU!” 💥 #StrongWomenStrongWorld #WomensDay
152. “To the women who rise every time they fall — your resilience is unstoppable.” 🌸✨ #RiseAndShine #WomensDay
153. “Behind every success story is a woman who believed in herself first. Here’s to the dreamers, the doers, and the changemakers!” 🌟 #BelieveInHer #WomenPower
154. “Here’s to women who lift others without hesitation, challenge without fear, and shine without limits.” 💫 #LimitlessWomen #WomensDay
155. “When women support each other, magic happens. Let’s keep making magic every day.” ✨💕 #WomenSupportingWomen #WomensDay
156. “A woman’s strength isn’t just in what she does, but in who she inspires. Here’s to inspiring a generation!” 🌍 #InspiringWomen #WomensDay2025
157. “From breaking glass ceilings to building bridges, women are shaping the world. Let’s keep going!” 💪💥 #ShapingTheFuture #WomensDay
158. “To the women turning dreams into reality — the world is watching and we are all in awe.” 🌟 #DreamersAndDoers #WomenWhoLead
159. “Empowered women empower the world. Keep lifting, keep loving, keep leading.” 💖✨ #WomenEmpowerment #PowerOfHer
160. “Today and every day, let’s celebrate the unstoppable force that is a woman. No limits, no boundaries, just endless possibilities.” 🌟🔥 #UnstoppableWomen #WomensDay

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