After the 1917 Communist revolution in Russia, Women gained suffrage. This spread quickly in the countries we would consider as Eastern and Central Europe.

International Women's day, the 8th of March, was a significant day and celebrated the achievements of all women.

Many women's organisations arose, including the Czech Women's Union (CSZ), Slovak Women's Union (SZZ), The Democratic Women's League of Germany (DFD).

They held conferences, issued awards and membership pins and were instrumental in equal rights movements worldwide.