IWD provides an opportunity to raise awareness and highlight the need for consistent action to advance gender equality and, more importantly, break the numerous biases that surround the stories and experiences of all women.
Theme of the year
The International Women’s Day campaign theme for 2024 is #InspireInclusion. Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #InspireInclusion. Celebrate women's achievement. Raise awareness about discrimination. Take action to drive gender parity. IWD belongs to everyone, everywhere. Inclusion means all IWD action is valid.
The United Nations International Women’s Day theme is “Invest in women: Accelerate progress”. Achieving gender equality and women’s well-being in all aspects of life is more crucial than ever if we want to create prosperous economies and a healthy planet. However, we are facing a key challenge: the alarming $360 billion annual deficit in gender-equality measures by 2030. This theme invites all to address five key areas for joint action and to take a stand using the hashtag #InvestInWomen.
Learn more
You can learn about the International Women’s Day celebration worldwide here:
Featured Events
Gender equity: International Women’s Day and beyond
Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI) Webinar
This is an independent event organized by the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI). The University of Lethbridge is an Employer Partner with CCDI. You can register as an Employer Partner with your ULethbridge credentials for free.
March 7 | 11 a.m.
University of Lethbridge International Women's Day Leadership Conference
Join us for our inaugural IWD Leadership Conference! ULethbridge has brought together an impressive group of leaders, change makers, innovators and educators to uplift, challenge and inspire.
March 13 | 12:30 to 6:30 p.m.