In the fight for equality, more men should be involved in the conversation. After all, they are half of the equation.
International Women’s Day is the perfect time for you to start championing the women in your life and joining the fight for gender equality.
Each year International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated on 8 March. Thousands of events occur to mark the economic, political and social achievements of women. Organisations, governments, charities, educational institutions, women’s groups, corporations and the media celebrate the day.
Below you can discover how men are helping promote, celebrate and champion women – not just on International Women’s Day, but every day:
Last chance to nominate an outstanding woman for a Rising Star 2020 award
The Rising Star Awards are now open for nominations across 20 job sectors, in addition to a Rising Star Champion Award, a Company of the Year Award and Men for Gender Balance to showcase individuals and companies who promote gender equality in the workplace.
Nominations close on 08 March at midnight.
Purchase a ticket for a female team member to attend the WeAreTechWomen Tech Summit North in Manchester on 30 June
WeAreTechWomen, in partnership with Women in Business Expo North is excited to be launching its first women in tech summit in Manchester on 30 June.
Women in Business Expo North is the No.1 free to attend business event for women in the UK. It is a clarion call to all women looking for new opportunities in business and work, and it is coming to Manchester’s iconic venue, Manchester Central.
This year, WeAreTechWomen will be hosting the tech zone of Women in Business Expo North. We will be kicking off the event with our brand new Women in Tech Summit aimed at women working in and around the technology industry, who are looking to expand their knowledge of emerging technologies and accelerate their careers.
This flagship event will bring to our stage some of the brightest minds and tech industry leaders from all over the country to share their knowledge and impart their top tips for your career and business growth. Join us for an inspirational day of keynotes, Q&A panels and ample opportunities to grow your tech network. You won’t be disappointed.
Discover our latest HeForShe interviews
Read our latest interviews with senior men championing women in the workplace and fighting for gender equality.
WeAreTheCity is in support of the United Nation’s HeForShe campaign and agree with the goal of having more men and boys engaged with women’s rights as part of the gender equality debate.
We are talking to male supporters to showcase the changes they are implementing, within their businesses, in the hope that others will follow suit.
Mentor a woman within your organisation
Mentoring is something that women are requesting more and more and men need to get increasingly involved.
Mentors are incredibly valuable – both to individuals and organisations. They help navigate career paths, give individual’s skills and confidence to succeed, and also facilitate the gathering and sharing of experiences and ideas.
Mentors also play an important role in helping develop and nurture diversity in the workforce, helping to instil confidence among women and minority employees and championing the important role that these individuals’ play.
Discover how to become a mentor and how to get the most from mentoring below:
Why having great mentors made all the difference to me | Nicky Dunderdale
