Women across the world are recognized and honored for their work and accomplishments every year throughout March, which is Women\u2019s History Month. And, by sharing their stories and achievements, women are influencing others and showing values of equality. Many of these tributes take place on social media platforms, and among those showcased are federal government workers. Here are some of those celebrated for how they are making a difference in and for their community:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Holly Ridings<\/b>, the chief flight director of NASA, leads a team that manages spaceflight missions in the Mission Control Center at Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. Far from new to the sector, Ridings has been involved with NASA since 1998 when she started as a flight controller, and worked her way up to flight director in 2005. Over the years, Ridings has been the lead flight director for several expeditions, proving women deserve a place of authority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Holly Ridings is the first women flight director in NASA's 60-year history #WomensHistoryMonth<\/a> #InternationalWomensDay<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/odLKfvYDTz<\/a><\/p>— TicToc by Bloomberg (@tictoc) March 8, 2019<\/a><\/blockquote>\r\n