Today is globally recognized as International Women’s Day. As such, tons of women around the world are celebrating their achievements and the impact women have had on various sectors over the years.

Name a woman who inspires you using #SheInspiresMe!
— Twitter (@Twitter) March 8, 2019
Wanna kick us off @ladygaga?
Twitter decided to celebrate this momentous occasion by creating #SheInspiresMe. This hashtag is to enable people tweet their female mentors and role models.
.@momgerm! I celebrate and honor her for #InternationalWomensDay (and every day) for helping me lead @BTWFoundation to create a movement to increase awareness around mental wellness and decrease stigma through programs like #teenMHFA 💝 Who do YOU celebrate? #SheInspiresMe https://t.co/BstS49NVCS
— Lady Gaga (@ladygaga) March 8, 2019
Thank you @LadyGaga! For #InternationalWomensDay, I want to honor @melindagates who supports the wellness and well being of girls and women GLOBALLY by fighting for equal access to comprehensive health care + education, equal opportunity for economic success, and equal pay! https://t.co/0Wr8ziOC2I
— Cynthia Germanotta (@momgerm) March 8, 2019
Thanks, @momgerm. You inspire me, too!
— Melinda Gates (@melindagates) March 8, 2019
I'm tagging in @ava, whose commitment to telling important stories and bringing powerful perspectives to light isn't just changing Hollywood—it's changing the world. #SheInspiresMe https://t.co/9AzwUD0S1f
Thank you @MelindaGates for the positive intention you bring to the world! Especially in Africa!
— Ava DuVernay (@ava) March 8, 2019
I tag @TaranaBurke, who I’ve admired for years. Prior to her founding of #MeToo, she’s been a tireless activist for justice in our community. I salute you, Queen. #SheInspiresMe https://t.co/B0mTt5XspL
Thank you @ava the admiration hoes both ways, sis. 💕
— Tarana (@TaranaBurke) March 8, 2019
I’m tagging @itsgabrielleu who has been a voice for survivors of sexual violence for over two decades. Thank you for your friendship and leadership.#sheinspiresme 🥰 https://t.co/2YV5ZQdRpv
Thank you for your friendship @TaranaBurke.
— Gabrielle Union (@itsgabrielleu) March 8, 2019
I’m tagging my work wife @jessicaalba. #SheInspiresMe bc she is unapologetically clear about her dreams & doesn’t compromise her worth. Her work ethic is unmatched & she is as determined as a mother & wife as she is a businesswoman. https://t.co/Svf7KCYIv1
I heart you @itsgabrielleu ! I'm tagging my friend/mentor @toryburch – #SheInspiresMe w her dedication to lifting up & giving women opportunities to follow their dreams through @ToryBurchFdn #InternationalWomensDay https://t.co/XRbHNcDIVg
— Jessica Alba (@jessicaalba) March 8, 2019
Thank you for the kind words @jessicaalba!
— Tory Burch (@toryburch) March 8, 2019
I’m inspired by so many women entrepreneurs who #EmbraceAmbition, including my friend, actress, writer and producer @mindykaling. Mindy – who inspires you?#SheInspiresMe @ToryBurchFdn https://t.co/JgiRndbhGj
Thanks @toryburch! You’re such a role model for all, chicness personified.
— Mindy Kaling (@mindykaling) March 8, 2019
There are so many people I’d love to @, but I’m passing this to @octaviaspencer. An incredible actress, powerhouse producer, and always, always kind and warm. Octavia—who inspires you?#SheInspiresMe https://t.co/PQLxOyupAN
To encourage more people to participate, Twitter also started another chain letter with Serena Wiliams.

She’s groundbreaking and statement making. But who inspires you, @serenawilliams? #SheInspiresMe
— Twitter (@Twitter) March 8, 2019
In addition to my incredible sisters who motivate me always, I’m inspired by @IamRuthECarter for paving the way for women of color in fashion and costume design. #SheInspiresMe https://t.co/ANvIPcTDqq
— Serena Williams (@serenawilliams) March 8, 2019
Thank you @serenawilliams. You are a groundbreaking woman and inspire me daily #HappyInternationalWomensDay.
— Ruth E Carter (@iamRuthECarter) March 8, 2019
I’m tagging @OsopePatrisse for her commitment to community, change and equality – changing the world one day at a time #SheInspiresMe. https://t.co/1DnHXlLjnK
Thank you @iamRuthECarter your vision for US is so incredibly inspiring. #HappyInternationalWomensDay!
— patrisse cullors (@OsopePatrisse) March 8, 2019
I am tagging @CharleneCac because she has paved the way for this generation as a Black Queer Feminist! #sheinspiresme https://t.co/YZ63TcERCB
My sister, thank you for loving our people, and showing up as your full self, without apology. You inspire me. #HappyInternationalWomensDay
— Charlene Carruthers (@CharleneCac) March 8, 2019
I’m tagging @RaquelWillis_ because your work to tell more complete stories will free us all. #sheinspiresme https://t.co/CszB7cB3lG
Thank you, @CharleneCac, for being a guiding light in Black queer feminism and organizing! So much love for you. Happy #InternationalWomensDay
— Raquel Willis (@RaquelWillis_) March 8, 2019
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Elevating my sister @MunroeBergdorf for fiercely calling out white supremacy and transmisogyny at every turn! #SheInspiresMe https://t.co/QcawogMlpP
Thanks so much @RaquelWillis_, seeing you shine at @outmagazine makes me so happy. #IWD2019
— MUNROE 🌹🌹 (@MunroeBergdorf) March 8, 2019
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I would like to nominate @CyndiLauper for being my intro to feminism at a young age & teaching me how to be an ally to a community with less privilege to myself. #SheInspiresMe https://t.co/Q4ou0Oz8RV
Thanks so much Munroe I would also like to nominate @GloriaSteinem RuthBaderGinsberg# @SpeakerPelosi @MichelleObama @joancbaez @yokoono & my mom ❤️❤️❤️🌈🌈🌈 https://t.co/cQrgVWJJ46
— Cyndi Lauper (@cyndilauper) March 8, 2019
Thank you @cyndilauper! This #IWD I'm nominating @judaline6 for her great work! https://t.co/eWShrjgLaX
— Gloria Steinem (@GloriaSteinem) March 8, 2019
This hashtag is already trending globally, and further helps to show the immense impact of women in society.
Which female inspires you? Let us know in the comments.
Ndewoo!