International Women's Day

For information on the centenary events, visit UNIFEM Australia’s International Women’s Day website www.internationalwomensday.org.au

Tasmania:

MUA Women are holding a BBQ on March 8th at Pioneer Park East Devonport 11.30 - 14.30

Sydney:

Saturday March 12 - Rally at Town Hall at 11.45am where we will march to martin place where the RTBU, TWU and MUA women will have a stall.

Melbourne:

Tuesday March 8 - 5.30pm Meet at state library (swanston and latrobe sts), march through city to parliament house

The first International Women’s Day rallies were held in March 1911, inciting what would become a world-wide movement to champion the cause of equality for women.

“The centenary of International Women’s Day is an opportunity for us to celebrate the extraordinary women who have broken down so many barriers throughout the last 100 years,” Kate Ellis MP said.

“That women of my generation can take their place in Parliament is a testament to their spirit, their courage and their sheer fortitude."

“I hope that throughout the coming year of celebrations, all Australian women are inspired to continue in their footsteps and take up the challenge to bring about positive and lasting change for women around the world.”

“I encourage all Australians, women and men, to get involved with the centenary celebrations for International Women’s Day and act to promote positive change for women in their everyday lives.”

 

THIS YEAR THE ITF WOMEN WILL MARCH UNDER THE "WOMEN TRANSPORTING THE WORLD BANNER - All Australian Affiliates have agreed to producing a banner and joining together for the IWD events.

It's sure to be a great celebration of where we have come from and a reinforcement of our determination to continue the fight.

Mich-Elle Myers
National Women's Liaison Officer