HONOLULU (KHON2) — Crowds gathered across the islands to fight for women’s rights in honor of International Women’s Day, including a gathering at the state capitol in Honolulu.

International Women’s Day, which is celebrated on March 8, is meant to recognize the achievements and issues facing women. Attendees at the capitol’s rally celebrated the holiday by highlighting issues such as reproductive rights, healthcare access, workplace equity, inclusion and more.

“People are losing their basic human rights, we are all human beings on this Earth. Everyone has a right to exist no matter what color, creed, belief. We’re all equal here,” said Suzy, a protestor.

Some protestors also brought attention to the need for improved healthcare services.

“They seem to be removing healthcare workers in the system, it’s harder and harder to get an appointment for care,” said Teddy Harrison, a VA registered nurse. “The care is diminishing, they’ve just eliminated x-ray radiology and imaging from the services. You can’t have a hospital without imaging.”

The rally at the capitol was organized by Pride at Work Hawaii, an advocacy group for the LGBTQIA+ community.