March is the perfect time to take action to celebrate women’s achievements and raise awareness about discrimination as part of the United Nations’ International Women’s Day (IWD) on Saturday, 8 March 2025.
This year’s theme – March Forward: For ALL Women and Girls – calls for action to unlock equal rights, power, and opportunities, empowering the next generation as catalysts for lasting change.
As part of IWD, UN Women Australia will be hosting signature events in Brisbane, Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, and Perth, as well as online, bringing together thought leaders, change-makers, and advocates. Simone Clarke, CEO of UN Women Australia, said: “Our 2025 events will serve as a powerful platform to amplify voices, share insights, and mobilise action.
“We invite all Australians to join us in this crucial conversation and ‘March Forward’ toward a more equitable world.”
Minister for Women, Senator Katy Gallagher, said: “Australia is committed to leading the charge on gender equality. As our Beijing+30 Gender Equality Report to the United Nations shows, we have made significant strides, but there is still much work ahead to close the gender pay gap, ensure women’s safety, and fairly value both paid and unpaid care work.
“The theme ‘March Forward’ reminds us that progress is not just about reflection but about taking decisive, bold steps to turn our commitments into action. This is our moment to drive change and ensure a truly equal future for all women and girls.”
