This year marks 30 years since the United Nations’ Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action—a landmark commitment to achieving gender equality. Since 1995, women have broken barriers, reshaped policies, and ignited global movements. But there is still work to do.
That’s why this year’s theme, ‘March Forward’, calls us to move beyond reflection and take bold action for a truly equal future, accelerating leadership, innovation, partnerships, and collaboration between women to make our world more prosperous for all.
And now, is the time to start getting ready for International Women’s Day, which will be held on March 8th 2025, noting that some events are also being held in the week before and after that day which this year falls on a Saturday.
To help guide you, we’ve listed our top picks including the UN Women Australia’s event with comedian Celeste Barber .
But first Women Love Tech is excited to announce our very own event this year with a star line up of women including Women Love Tech Editor Robyn Foyster, award-winning documentary maker Liz Courtney, the Mosman Mayor Anne Marie Kimber and global influencer turned AI specialist and Women Love Tech Lifestyle editor Elise Strachan.
Here are the details:
Women Love Tech Presents: International Women’s Day Breakfast at The Mosman Rowers Club
Join us for a powerful morning of inspiration, connection, and action as we ‘March Forward’ in celebration of International Women’s Day 2025!
Date: Wednesday 5th March
Location: Mosman Rowers Club
Time: 8am-10am (time for networking after key speakers)
What to Expect
Inspired Guest Speakers sharing their experiences and insights
A Delicious Breakfast to fuel meaningful conversations
A Dynamic Networking Environment to connect with changemakers
Keynote speakers:
Ann Marie Kimber, Mayor of Mosman, welcomes and inspire with her personal story through election to elected, a new chapter in her life & what it takes to March Forward.
Liz Courtney, 2024 Women Change the World Global Winner shares her sliding door moment, a new life chapter in climate solutions, and how we can all help accelerate change.
Robyn Foyster, Editor of Women Love Tech, takes you into her new world of AI, solutions, how to step forward and own your space as a changemaker.
Elise Strachan, Global Entrepreneur – From flight stewardess to 10 million followers, Elise talks about living fearlessly, ignoring the critics and embracing AI.
Let’s come together to celebrate, advocate, and push forward the momentum for change in our world. This is our time to ‘March Forward’—for every woman, everywhere.
Seats are limited RSVP now!
A percentage of sales will go to the Taronga Conservation Society
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Now here are some of the best IWD events you can attend in Australia.
Celeste Barber, Comedian, Actor and Social Media sensation to headline UN Women Australia’s International Women’s Day Events in 2025.
UN Women Australia has announced that internationally acclaimed comedian, actor, and author Celeste Barber will headline its 2025 International Women’s Day (IWD) events on March 7. Known for her viral #CelesteChallengeAccepted campaign, Celeste will bring her signature wit and social commentary to a live conversation in Sydney, streamed to audiences across Australia and online. This event also marks the 30th anniversary of the UN Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action on gender equality, expected to draw over 10,000 attendees.
Celeste shared her excitement, saying: “History shows change only comes when you kick up a stink. I’m pumped to join UN Women Australia in this crucial conversation as I’m well versed in ruffling some feathers and striving for equality and change.”
Simone Clarke, CEO of UN Women Australia, shared: “Celeste’s unique ability to use humour to address important social issues aligns perfectly with our mission of fostering meaningful conversations around gender equality.”
UN Women Australia’s IWD series raises crucial funds to support and empower women and girls globally. The national lineup will also feature diverse thought leaders and activists, joining past speakers like Dr. Jane Goodall, Grace Tame, and Mellody Hobson.
Business Chicks will host a breakfast from 8am to 10.30am on Tuesday March 11, 2025 at the Sheraton Grand.
Australian British Chamber of Commerce will hold a series of breakfasts feature inspiring keynotes from women in leadership, thought-provoking panel discussions, and opportunities to network with Chamber Members and guests.
In Sydney, you can attend one of the breakfasts at 7am – 9.15am at the Art Gallery of NSW. The speakers include Vicki Treadell CMG, MVO British High Commissioner to Australia will join Qantas Chief of Corporate Affairs and Communications Danielle Keighery, Tribeca Investment’s Jun Bei Lu and The Empire Agency Founder Shauna Keogh.
Property Council of Australia will host the International Women’s Day ‘Longest Lunch’, on Friday 7 March 2025. The guest speaker will be Anna Meares OAM – Olympic gold medallist at 4 consecutive Olympic Games, flag bearer in 2016 and Chef de Mission of the 2024 Australian Olympic team.