Notices of the AmericAN mAthemAticAl society 1879 COMMUNICATION (WM) 2 in 2018. After being approved by hundreds of attendees at the meeting, the "May 12 Initiative," often referred to simply as "May 12," rose to a global and inclusive call to action, uniting several national and continental women-in-mathematics organizations worldwide. The fact that the original idea sparked an overwhelming response, resulting in more than one hundred events being organized in its inaugural year, showcases that the initiative fulfills a strong need. For centuries women were disregarded as mathematicians, and the gender gap in mathematics remains very real. Celebratory events such as the ones supported by the May 12 Initiative bring about a crucial sense of belonging amongst women mathematicians and raise awareness throughout the entire mathematics community. The authors of this note belong to the coordinating group of the May 12 Initiative and tell the story of this international cooperation. We hope that next year you will join!
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