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Women's March on Washington 2017

The Women’s March on Washington in 2017 was a large-scale protest held on January 21, the day after the U.S. presidential inauguration. It aimed to advocate for women's rights, gender equality, and social justice, as well as to express resistance to policies perceived as harmful to marginalized groups. Participants gathered in Washington, D.C., and many cities worldwide, emphasizing issues like reproductive rights, racial equality, and LGBTQ+ rights. The march became a powerful symbol of solidarity and civic engagement, inspiring millions of people to stand up for social justice causes.