International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity.

For the LWF gender justice is an essential part of being a communion of churches. LWF supports faith communities end practices that are harmful to women and girls, works with UN and civil society organizations to overcome discrimination and violence, educates women on their rights, supports member churches in their fight against gender imbalances.

This International Women’s Day, we re-affirm our commitment to gender justice and call upon our colleagues and member churches worldwide to do likewise.

Program

      8:30   Morning prayer in the Ecumenical Centre.

                Liturgy title: In recognition of International Women’s Day

      9:00 - 12.00   Workshop on the prevention of sexual harassment.

Globally, events are planned with the theme of #PressforProgress. Now, more than ever, there's a strong call to action to press forward and progress gender parity, to #PressforProgress.



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Better Balance, Better Churches and Communities: Courage for Change

Better balance equals better churches and communities! LWF Gender Justice and Women’s Empowerment network invites men and women of member churches and country programs to engage in reflection and dialogue to implement action around the Gender Justice Policy and other resources promoting empowerment, equality and overcoming violence.

The LWF Sponsors training in Women’s Human Rights, including participation from diverse regions of our communion at the 63rd annual Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) meeting at the United Nations in New York. The theme is Social Protection, access to public services and sustainable infrastructure for gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls.

Resources for reflection for member churches and country programs may also include the Sustainable Development Goals: SDG 5— Gender Equality and empowerment of all women and girls and SDG 4— Inclusive and quality education for all and promoting lifelong learning.

Follow the campaign on social media using the hashtags: #WomensDay and #WomenHumanRights

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LWF Women in Leadership: Breaking barriers

International Women’s Day is an opportune moment to raise awareness around gender equality and equal participation in the workplace and in society. The LWF has a long-standing commitment to ensure women’s equal and meaningful participation at all levels of decision-making.

This year, we celebrate past and present women leaders who bear witness to that commitment at the communion office, as well as in member churches and country programs around the globe. Women in leadership will share their stories highlighting challenges and successes, while exploring some of the concrete ways the LWF is supporting the next generation of young and upcoming leaders.

This year’s IWD also serves as precursor to the 65th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW65 15-26 March) with its focus on women’s full and effective participation and decision making in public life. 

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Event languages: English, Spanish