International Women’s Day at Merri-bek City Council
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Join us in celebration of the achievements of women with a range of events, speakers and networking events.
Merri-bek City Council will be proudly promoting the International Women’s Day theme aligned with UN Women Australia - ‘March Forward - it's time to turn promises into progress’. This year commemorates 30 years since the United Nation’s Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action for achieving gender equality.
We celebrate the incredible achievements and contributions of women and recognise the ongoing journey to acheive gender equality.
IWD Events in Merri-Bek
Merri-bek Business Women's Network - International Womens Day edition
Tuesday, 4 March 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Schoolhouse Studios, 28 Victoria Street Coburg
Save the date! You are invited to the first Coffee Conversation of 2025 to celebrate International Women’s Day- March Forward - it's time to turn promises into progress’
Join us for an inspiring morning of connection, conversation, and community, as we chat to women about the biggest barriers they face in building their business and/or career and practical strategies to overcome these.
This free event is a chance to connect with like-minded businesswomen, share experiences, foster relationships and invest in yourselves as women in business. Spots are limited, register today!
Equal opportunities for women in sport:
A conversation with Chyloe Kurdas
Wednesday, 5 March, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Coburg Town Hall, 90 Bell Street Coburg
Join the Mayor Helen Davidson, The Advancing Women's Sports Participation Network and keynote speaker Chyloe Kurdas, for a special International Women's Day event.
Our keynote speaker and panel of local sports club representatives will celebrate achievements and discuss the ongoing journey to achieve gender equality in community sport.
Be part of the conversation and help shape the future of women's sports participation and leadership in Merri-bek.