Resources:
Check out these various websites-
https://www.internationalwomensday.com
https://www.un.org/en/observances/womens-day
What to do:
Celebrating 115 years of International Womens Day.
Join the community- https://www.internationalwomensday.com/Register
Check out the resources- https://www.internationalwomensday.com/Resources
Here are some ways schools can celebrate…
| Activity | What it Looks Like in School | Purpose / Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Whole-school assembly | Assembly highlighting influential women in history, science, politics, sport and education | Raises awareness and sets the tone for the day |
| Curriculum spotlights | Departments highlight female figures linked to their subject (e.g. Rosalind Franklin in science, Malala in politics) | Embeds gender representation into learning |
| Student leadership panel | Invite female pupils or alumni to speak about leadership, ambitions and challenges | Builds confidence and role modelling |
| Guest speakers | Invite women from different professions to speak to students | Broadens career aspirations |
| “Women who inspire us” display | Staff and students create posters about women who inspire them | Creates visible celebration around school |
| Tutor-time discussions | Short tutor activities exploring gender equality, stereotypes and opportunities | Encourages reflection and dialogue |
| Careers focus sessions | Careers team highlight pathways where women are underrepresented (STEM, leadership etc.) | Promotes ambition and awareness |
| Book / reading promotion | Library displays books by female authors or about influential women | Encourages reading and representation |
| Student projects | Pupils research and present on influential women locally or globally | Develops research and presentation skills |
| Staff recognition | Celebrate contributions of female staff members in newsletters or briefings | Builds positive staff culture |
| Community engagement | Invite parents or local community members to share stories or careers | Strengthens school-community links |
| Social media campaign | Share student work, quotes, and inspirational women linked to your school | Amplifies the message beyond the school |
Variations:
There is an International Men’s Day in case I have any random person saying, what about men! Although, that should never be our first thought when being an ally.
