International Women's Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It takes place on 8 March.
Newham Council is celebrating the day in a Covid-19 safe way through a range of online events.
International Women’s Day: #ChooseToChallenge - Online Webinar
Monday 8 March 2021, 6pm – 7.30pm
This online webinar will feature high profile and inspirational speakers as well as a group of young women from Newham’s Youth Empowerment Service.
You can find more information and register for this free event, on www.newham.gov.uk/IWD2021.
International Women’s Day: #ChooseToChallenge - Daytime Activities
Monday 8 March 2021, 10am – 5pm
A day full of women focussed activities drawn together by Newham's Community Neighbourhoods teams. From health and wellbeing activities such as Zumba, mindfulness, gardening, art and a coffee morning session, to a celebration event with talks, a virtual spa, a making and using essential oils activity, as well as musical and spoken word performances.
Register for any of the daytime activities free, on www.newham.gov.uk/IWD2021.
Us Girls Rocks – activeNewham’s online celebration of women & girls!
Monday 8 March 2021, 7am – 8.45pm
From Yoga and HIIT to general chats, lunchtime Pilates & Boxfit, there's something for everyone!
Register for any of activeNewham’s activities, on www.newham.gov.uk/IWD2021.
Councillor Charlene McLean, Statutory Deputy Mayor & Cabinet Member for Resident Engagement & Participation said:
“We have come far in recognising women’s equality in social, economic, cultural, and political arenas – but we still have a distance to go to ensure every woman can fulfil her ambition and potential.
“Although Covid-19 has restricted our ability to meet face to face, I would urge everyone to celebrate International Women’s Day safely here in Newham… I will be.”