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The History of International Women’s Day

Published: Friday, March 04, 2016

International Women’s Day (8th March) originated from the trade union movement in America in the early 20th century, particularly in the activism of the women who worked in the clothing industry “sweatshops” of the time. In 1907...

International Women's Day Events

‘Our Women’ Film Screening

Tuesday, March 03, 2026

The Falls Womens Centre is screening “Our Women”. It is a tribute to ordinary women living extraordinary lives in West Belfast over the past 50 years. This will be in Culturlann (Falls Road). Tickets are available @ £3. ...

(Re)entering the Workplace with WorkEqual

Wednesday, March 04, 2026

(Re)entering the Workplace with WorkEqual in Galway Event Details: A service day for 100 women in Galway celebrating women’s potential in the workplace. The day features inspirational talks, practical interview tips, a styling workshop on interview attire,...

Creating Connections Saol Sisters

Wednesday, March 04, 2026

Saol Sisters invites you to Creating Connections: Women Who Use/d Substances. When: Wednesday 4 March Time: 10am-1pm Where: St Agatha’s Hall Dunne Street, Dublin 1

Breakfast Morning Wexford Women’s Refuge

Friday, March 06, 2026

Event Details; Breakfast Morning & nomination for Wexford woman of the year award Time, Date: 9.30am on Friday 6th March Location: Riverside Park Hotel & Leisure Club, Enniscorthy Co Wexford Tickets are available on Eventbrite at the below link ...

Celebrate IWD 2026 with Domestic Violence Advocacy Service!

Friday, March 06, 2026

Join the Domestic Violence Advocacy Service at the Glasshouse Hotel Sligo for tea, coffee, pastries, info, fun and games. When: March 6th, 09:45am - 12:15pm. ALL WELCOME!

An Cosán Celebrating 40 Years

Friday, March 06, 2026

✨ Save the Date – International Women’s Day Lunch 2026 ✨ Join An Cosán during our milestone 40th anniversary year for one extraordinary afternoon to create generations of impact. - The Shelbourne Hotel, Dublin - Friday 6...

Tonn Guthanna (Wave of Voices) - DRCC

Friday, March 06, 2026

Dublin Rape Crisis Centre are planning a gig to spotlight amazing talent while raising funds for their vital work. The evening will be hosted by Sadhbh McLoughlin and will feature women and non-binary artists: SexyTadhg, Essiray, Vaticanjail, Molly...

Network Ireland International Women’s Day Celebration 2026

Saturday, March 07, 2026

Network Ireland International Women's Day Celebration 2026 Event Details: Join members and friends of Network Ireland on Saturday, the 7th of March, at the Limerick Strand Hotel for our celebration of International Women's Day 2026. It will be a...

Survivor’s Stories: Mother and Baby Institutions Ireland and Britain

Saturday, March 07, 2026

Survivor's Stories: Mother and Baby Institutions Ireland and Britain - Saturday 7th March, 2pm at Druid Theatre Galway Hear from some of the contributors of Single Mothers in Twentieth Century Ireland and Britain. There will also be...

March at Rosie Hackett Bridge Soal Project

Sunday, March 08, 2026

A march for International Women's Day 2026 with Soal Project at the Rosie Hackett Bridge

Special Screening Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Dervla Murphy (1931-2022)

Sunday, March 08, 2026

Soroptomist International Dungarvan & District International Women’s Day 2026 – Honouring Dervla Murphy Soroptimist International Dungarvan & District invites the public to a special screening celebrating the life and legacy of Dervla Murphy (1931–2022), renowned Irish travel...