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International Women's Day

International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated annually around the world on March 8 to acknowledge the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women – while also marking a call to action for accelerating gender equality. It's also as a day to raise awareness and take action against gender-based discrimination and violence.

International Women's Day 2023

The UN Women Australia’s International Women’s Day theme for 2023 is ‘Cracking the Code: Innovation for a gender equal future’. Cracking the Code highlights the role that bold, transformative ideas, inclusive technologies, and accessible education can play in combatting discrimination and the marginalisation of women globally.

Details of our 2023 calendar of events are available below. More events will be added soon.

Further Information

If you would like to find out more about our work relating to gender equity and the prevention of violence against women, please get in touch via email.

UN International Women's Day 2023

Find out more about the UN International Women's Day 2023 theme, Cracking the Code.

Amplify: Women's Voices West

Come along to a night of poetry, prose, and music performed by some of the city's finest established writers and thrilling newer voices.

The Power of Embracing Equity Panel Discussion

Western Bulldogs Community Foundation, Victoria University and
Maribyrnong City Council invite you to attend our International Women’s Day panel and discussion, 8 March.

International Women's Day Business Luncheon

Join us on 8 March to get motivated and inspired by hearing the business success stories from the three amazing local female entrepreneurs. Enjoy a beautiful lunch and build your business networks whilst enjoying some spectacular views at the Medway Golf Club.

CWA International Women's Day Morning Tea

Join us for a morning of cooking and chatting at the Maidstone Community Centre in celebration of International Women's Day on 8 March 2023.

Conversation Piece: a live knitting circle

To celebrate International Women's Day, join us for Conversation Piece: a live knitting circle with artist Kate Just and curator and writer Sophia Cai.