Assist: IWD25

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2025 #AccelerateAction

Be a part of our annual celebration, as always we join the global campaign for International Women's Day of which we have done for the last decade+.

This event is free to attend as we fully embrace the IWD 2025 campaign theme #AccelerateAction. Registration is most definitely required, this is a popular event therefore please ensure you can make the date before you sign-up, you will be taking the ticket from another Assist'er.

We hit the serious discussion head on and as always we add a sprinkle of performance with creative artists as we elevate these important debates with impact.

What do we have in store for you on the 3rd March 2025...

• We open the doors at 12 noon and you can grab a cuppa with some like-minded people as we consider our shared interest in diversity, inclusion and gender balance.
• As the formal proceedings begin at 12.30, you will hear from an inspirational panel who have successfully navigated challenges, overcome hurdles and are willing to be open and honestly story tell. The panel will reflect and forward thinking as we tackle the IWD25 theme.
• We love spoken word, as always we can't wait to introduce you to an impressive creative adding her powerful poetry.
• The empowering and motivational words continue, discover our Assist Goodwill Ambassadors work across 24/25.
• Drum roll, the announcement for the incoming Assist Goodwill Ambassador.
• You will enjoy a perfect close as always with more talent.
• And a surprise creative will be resident this year to soak up the atmosphere from the room and bring it to life.

We would like to invite you to stay a little after the formal proceedings that end at 1.30pm for more networking, chance to find out ‘what’s on’ with Assist, leave your own little legacy and thoughtful words in our Teesside Archives and be a part of the #AccelerateAction conversation.

Who…

• An exciting line up, you are in for a treat! With the most professional and talented Rachel Teate of BBC Tees is to navigate us through the afternoon again.

Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #AccelerateAction

On the 3rd of March and every single day we 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.

We have a team of Assist Friends that can meet you at the door if you are flying solo, or you feel anxious about coming alone in unfamiliar room. Drop us a line here. We are keen to welcome all.

When…

• Monday, 3rd of March 2025 across the lunch break

Come along, enjoy a fast paced hour with more Assist, we guarantee it will be an informative session, with added inspiration and motivation to reflect... we can all play a part, each one of us can actively support and inspire inclusion within our own sphere of influence.

Book early to avoid disappointment, this sell's out quick, please be certain you can make the date. Get your seat now…

Host or Publisher Assist Women's Network