UN Women Australia

International Women's Day is a time for reflection, accountability, and action. This year, we #MarchForward towards gender equality for all women and girls. Read more about our plans and the voices shaping the conversation.

In 1995, 17,000 activists united at the Beijing Conference to champion women’s rights #ForAllWomenAndGirls. UN Women Deputy Executive Director, Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda, was one of them, advocating for Rights. Empowerment. Equality—and the power of collective action to transform the world. 🌟 30 years later, her leadership inspires us to act—because women’s rights can’t wait. Read her reflections on the journey: https://lnkd.in/gs6ixBjP #Beijing30

Three years into Russia’s full-scale invasion of #Ukraine has pushed an entire generation of Ukrainian women backwards: 😔 heightened exposure to gender-based violence 😔 rising unemployment 😔 decreased decision-making power 😔 greater domestic burdens More than ever, we need women’s full engagement to rebuild a gender-equal society in Ukraine. We call for investment on women’s empowerment and #GenderEquality in all recovery and development efforts. 🔗 Full press release: https://lnkd.in/g3qY9XWq

Bring International Women’s Day to your workplace with IWD@Work! IWD@Work is the complete workplace experience of UN Women Australia’s pre-eminent International Women’s Day 2025 events. It’s your chance to bring the conversation on gender equality into your workplace, ensuring that everyone—no matter where they are—can learn, connect, and be part of the movement throughout March. From thought-provoking discussions to meaningful ways to take action, IWD@Work makes it easy for your team to engage with #IWD2025 and support a more equal future. Join us and make an impact. Learn more today: https://lnkd.in/guuFGD3e #IWDAtWork #InternationalWomensDay #GenderEquality #DiversityAndInclusion #MarchForward #IWD2025

Three years into Russia’s full-scale invasion of #Ukraine, many women and girls bear gender-specific burdens. We continue to work with women in Ukraine to 👉 provide services for survivors of sexual and gender-based violence 👉 reform Ukraine’s legal frameworks around sexual violence 👉 restore financial independence 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g8hfUUiZ

This International Women’s Day, #MarchForward for equality! 💜🎗️ Wearing a Purple Ribbon is a powerful way to show your commitment to empowering women and girls worldwide. Ribbon sales close tomorrow! Don’t miss your chance to get yours in time for IWD—secure your box today and wear your support with pride. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gfexssiV

In 1995, world leaders made a promise: women’s rights are human rights once and for all. But at this pace, that promise is slipping away. The stakes are higher than ever. We can’t afford another step back. 2025 is OUR year. 📢 Join us. Demand action #ForAllWomenAndGirls. #Beijing30 #MarchForward

⏳ Time is running out to get your tickets to our #IWD2025 events on Friday, 7 March! Join us for a powerful day of reflection, celebration, and action as we honour progress in gender equality and look ahead to the next 30 years. The events will be held in Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney, and online, featuring an exceptional line-up of speakers: ◾ Mary Robinson – Former President of Ireland (joining virtually) ◾ Her Excellency the Honourable Sam Mostyn AC – Governor-General of Australia (live in Sydney) ◾ Celeste Barber – Actor, Comedian, and Author (live in Sydney, broadcast nationally) ◾ Madison de Rozario OAM – Paralympic Gold Medallist (live in Brisbane) ◾ Maria Thattil – Advocate, Actor, and Author (live in Melbourne) ◾ June Oscar AO – Chair of the Wiyi Yani U Thangani Institute (joining virtually in Perth) ◾ And don’t miss our powerful panel discussion live in Perth featuring: Suzy Urbaniak OAM – CoRE Lead, CoRE Learning Foundation ◾ Dr Carmen Lawrence AO – Former Premier of Western Australia ◾ Professor Lyn Beazley AO – Neuroscientist and Educator This is an event you won’t want to miss! Secure your tickets today before it’s too late: https://lnkd.in/gTah7qQc #MarchForward #ForAllWomenAndGirls #InternationalWomensDay

🤔 Can #AI advance gender equality #ForAllWomenAndGirls? As more women connect online, AI has the potential to advance #GenderEquality. But without intentional action, AI risks leaving women behind. 👇 Share your thoughts in the comments and learn more in our policy brief: https://lnkd.in/guUPyMgm

🎟️ Tickets to Australia’s leading International Women’s Day celebrations are selling fast! Join us on Friday, 7 March for #IWD2025 as we reflect on 30 years of progress and hear from inspiring leaders and changemakers sharing their insights, actions, and vision for the future of gender equality. Let’s come together to #MarchForward for a gender-equal future—because the world cannot afford to take a step back. Secure your tickets today: https://lnkd.in/gTah7qQc