On March 12th:

 1912  Girl Scouts Founded

On March 12th, 1912, Juliette Gordon Low officially founded the Girl Scouts of the USA in Savannah, Georgia. The organization aimed to empower young girls through outdoor activities, community service, and skill-building.

 1930  Mahatma Gandhi Leads Salt March

Mahatma Gandhi began his famous Salt March on March 12th, 1930, as a protest against the British monopoly on salt in India. This act of civil disobedience played a significant role in India’s struggle for independence and inspired many others to join the movement.

1994  Church of England Ordains First Female Priests 

On March 12th, 1994, the Church of England took a historic step by ordaining its first female priests, paving the way for greater gender equality within the clergy. The move marked a significant shift in the traditionally male-dominated institution and was celebrated as a milestone for women’s rights in religious leadership roles.