Wednesday, 01 March 2023
International Women’s Day (IWD) takes place on Tuesday 8 March 2023, with activities taking place at the university throughout the month.
The theme for International Women’s Day 2023 is #EmbraceEquity:
Equity isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s a must-have.
A focus on gender equity needs to be part of every society’s DNA.
And it’s critical to understand the difference between equity and equality.
The IWD 2023 campaign theme drives worldwide understanding as to why equal opportunities aren’t enough!
For International Women’s Day and beyond, let’s all fully #EmbraceEquity.
Highlights of the month:
IWD Creative Challenge Competition
Prize giving event Wednesday 15 March, from 3pm
Lakeside Arts
Share with us an original creation made by you on the topic of International Women’s Day. These will be shared on Padlet and an in-person showcase of all submissions will take place on Wednesday 8 March. Mediums include (but not limited to): drawing, painting, comics, photography, video, graphic design, posters, pottery, collage, poetry, dancing, essay or story writing, storytelling, music, mosaic, mixed media, textiles, baking etc.
The top three entries will win a prize and will be announced at a prize giving event.
Submit your creative work by Monday 6 March 2023.
Inspiring Women in STEM: #EmbraceEquity
Wednesday 8 March, from 6pm – 7.30pm
Online via Microsoft Teams
To celebrate International Women’s Day, the University of Nottingham is hosting Inspiring Women in STEM: #EmbraceEquity, a virtual talk aimed at current and prospective students, alumni, staff and the wider community.
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Women's Artist Evening
Thursday 9 March, from 8pm
Mooch
Hosted by The Women*'s Network, there will be a collection of performances by our talented students. Everyone is welcome and prizes may be won!
Bake Sale for S.H.E. UK
Thursday 16 March, 11am - 2pm
Student Union, Portland Building
The Women*'s Network have organised a bake sale for the UK Registered charity, S.H.E. UK.
Let’s Talk Periods and Menopause: International Women’s Day 2023
Wednesday 22 March, from 1.15pm – 2.45pm
Online via Microsoft Teams
Join us for our Central Event for this year’s International Women’s Day – an exciting interactive session. This workshop, led by two guest facilitators and experts in this field, will help increase your understanding and awareness of the impact of menstruation and menopause and period poverty, and encourage you to speak up and tackle stigma associated with menstruation and the menopause.
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Find a full list of events to get involved with for this year’s International Women’s Day celebrations.