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International Women's Day

Marked annually on 8 March, International Women's Day (IWD) is a global day that celebrates the social, cultural, economic and political achievements of women.

International Women's Day aims to:

  • celebrate women's achievements
  • raise awareness about women's equality
  • lobby for accelerated gender parity
  • fundraise for female-focused charities.

Discover below what events are on in celebration of the 2025 International Women's Day (IWD).

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