Your Cart is Empty
🔥 Free shipping for orders over $50
Every year, March is designated Women’s History Month by presidential proclamation. In February 1980, President Jimmy Carter issued the first Presidential Proclamation declaring the Week of March 8th, 1980, as National Women’s History Week. It wasn't until seven years later when Congress passed Public Law 100-9, designating March as "Women’s History Month." The month to honor women’s contributions in American history.
Over the years, women have made a significant impact on the workforce in America. During World War II, women worked in factories and shipyards as well as building construction sites while the men defended our country. Rosie the Riveter was a symbolic cultural icon of the war, representing the women who worked during World War II, many of whom produced munitions and war supplies. Rosie the Riveter was used as a symbol of American feminism and women's ability to earn a living.
Alice Stebbins Wells was one of the very first sworn female police officers in the United States. She joined the Los Angeles Police Department in 1910 after petitioning the mayor and city council.
Women have been firefighters for almost 200 years. The first woman firefighter on record was Molly Williams who became a member of Oceanus Engine Company in New York in about 1815.
Luella Bates holds the distinction of being the first female licensed commercial truck driver. Bates was a driver, mechanic, and truck inspector in the early 1900s.
These courageous women paved the way for other women interested in careers previously available only to men. Although the presence of women in male-dominated careers is growing, the statistics show a wide gap. As of 2021, 13% of police officers were women. 5% of all Firefighters in the country were Female. The 2021 statistics also show women hold 10.9% of all construction jobs. Female truckers came in at around 10%.
Women throughout history have made amazing gains and their contributions to the workplace and society, in general, are astounding. Just look at some of the jobs held by women today. From Vice President of the United States to Corporate Directors, Scientists, Engineers, Doctors, Mechanics, Law Enforcement Officials, Construction Workers...the list goes on. The line between "male and female occupations" has literally been erased.
The folks at Utility Pro Wear salute women's contributions throughout history. We understand the need for protective safety workwear for all workers and have developed a line of high-visibility workwear designed explicitly for women. All women's workwear is produced to the highest standards with the finest materials. And most important of all, the women's line of workwear is designed for a comfortable fit. Safety, durability, and comfort are what we at Utility Pro Wear are all about. Congratulations to all women of America for helping to shape our fine country. We will continue to provide you with the workwear you need to keep you safe, comfortable, and warm.
$24.99 The Ultimate Reflective Hi-Vis Vest for Women: Hi-visibility workwear nylon vest designed to get you noticed on the job site and during outdoor activities like walking the dog & hiking. Reflective taping, combined with the Hi-Vis lime color, provides the ultimate safety… read more
UHV662 HiVis Women's Nylon Vest with Pockets
CLICK HERE for the official Women's History Month website.
Follow us on Facebook
Follow us on Instagram
| Item | Price | Qty | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subtotal | $0.00 | |||
| Shipping | ||||
| Total | ||||