International Women's Day

International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated on 8 March.

Led in Australia by UN Women, IWD spotlights global issues that perpetuate gender inequality and highlights actions we can all take on the path to a gender equal world.

Gender Equity is everyone’s business

Inner West is working towards real change on Gender Equity through our Inner West Council Gender Equity Strategy 2021 – 2025.

Count Her In: Invest in Women. Accelerate Progress.

The theme for International Women’s Day 2024 is Invest in women: Accelerate progress. The theme calls for greater investment in women to drive positive change in society, highlighting the crucial role that women play in delivering economic growth, innovation, and social progress.

Inner West works to invest in women and accelerate progress towards gender equity every day of the year - not just on International Women’s Day.

Our Inner West Council Gender Equity Strategy 2021 – 2025 outlines how Council is stepping up to play its part in ending gender-based violence by challenging gender stereotypes and power imbalances and advancing gender equity among our community.

Domestic and family violence continues to permeate all facets of our community and its prevalence remains at unacceptable levels - with at least one woman a week, killed by a partner or former partner in Australia. Enough is Enough.

Inner West Council is working to create a safe, inclusive and equal Inner West. A culture that respects the rights of women; where everyone has access to equal power, resources, opportunities and is treated with respect and fairness.

Gender Equity is everyone’s business - learn how you can step up and play your part in promoting Gender Equity.

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When Women Design Cities: Celebrating International Women's Day 2024

On March 7, Inner West Council commenced our International Women’s Day 2024 celebrations with a night of music, entertainment and conversation at Marrickville Town Hall.

How should play, joy and accessibility be factored into urban planning? What would our cities look like if the needs of children, women and gender diverse people were prioritised in their design? What happens when women design the places we live?

Our panel, facilitated by journalist and broadcaster Farz Edraki, discussed gender and inclusivity in our cities, showcasing the unique, diverse perspectives that women bring to designing and enlivening urban spaces.

With:

Karen Bevan, CEO of Full Stop Australia
Shannon Foster, D’harawal Saltwater Knowledge Keeper, educator, artist and founder of bangawarra
Prof Nicole Gurran, Chair of Urbanism at the University of Sydney
Natalia Krysiak, architect and founder of Cities for Play
Dr Zahra Nasreen, Postdoctoral Housing Researcher focused on shared housing, migrants housing and housing informality

The night also featured live music by Miriam Lieberman, followed by comedian and writer Katie Little's take on women in cities.

Drinks and refreshments provided by Two Good Co.

A recording of the panel discussion is available on YouTube

Read about the UN's International Women's Day 2024: Count Her In: Invest in Women. Accelerate Progress.

Please direct any questions to Karenna Alexander via community@innerwest.nsw.gov.au

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The Thread Between Us art exhibition

Leichhardt Women’s Community Health Centre is celebrating 50 years of improving women’s health and women’s lives at a special exhibition coinciding with International Women's Day.

The Thread between Us art exhibition runs 1 to 26 March 2024 at Leichhardt Library. Free entry anytime during library hours. Opening night Tuesday 6 March 5:30pm to 7pm.

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Wonder Women

Inner West Libraries has curated a collection of books in celebration of International Women's Day.

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International Women's Day