What is International Women's Day?
International Women's Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity.
No one government, NGO, charity, corporation, academic institution, women's network or media hub is solely responsible for International Women's Day. Many organizations declare an annual IWD theme that supports their specific agenda or cause, and some of these are adopted more widely with relevance than others. International Women's Day is a collective day of global celebration and a call for gender parity.
International Women's Day is all about unity, celebration, reflection, advocacy and action - whatever that looks like globally at a local level. But one thing is for sure, International Women's Day has been occurring for well over a century - and continues to grow from strength to strength.
International Women's Day 2019 campaign theme:
#BalanceforBetter
The future is exciting. Let's build a gender-balanced world.
Everyone has a part to play - all the time, everywhere.
From grassroots activism to worldwide action, we are entering an exciting period of history where the world expects balance. We notice its absence and celebrate its presence.
Balance drives a better working world. Let's all help create a #BalanceforBetter.
What YMCA Caringbah is doing this International Women’s Day?
We are opening our doors to ALL Women! Train for FREE* this International Women’s Day and let physical exercise help to improve both physical and mental wellbeing.
We have a wide range of group fitness classes that are available to participate in.
Check out our full group fitness timetable here: https://www.ymcansw.org.au/centres/caringbah-ymca/timetables/25/
Bring along all the important women in your life and enjoy a day in the gym on us!
*Terms and conditions apply. Must be 15+ in order to use the gym or attend classed. If you would like more information on the centre, our services or have any questions, please feel free to call us (02) 9524 1800
