International women’s day is Saturday March 8th, it’s a day recognized annually all around the world.
The day is to mark all the contributions women have made to society and their roles in everyday life as sisters, daughters and mothers.
International Women’s Day first took place on March 19, 1911, in Austria, Denmark, Germany, and Switzerland, since it has been observed in many other countries. It was sprung into action because of labour movements in North America and Europe and reflected a growing call for women’s equal participation in society.
This year in London, many local businesses are recognizing and celebrating the day.
London Brewhouse: Trivia Night
London’s most local brewhouse bringing you an international themed trivia night on Thursday, March 6th.
A silent auction, locally brewed beverages, taco trucks and a great time. The trivia is a free event.
All donations from the night are going to Shelter Movers.
More can be found online at https://www.londonbrewing.ca/
London Abused Women’s Shelter: 25th Annual International Women’s Day Breakfast
A morning of networking, connections, moving, streaming, silent auctions and breakfast. The event is running from 6-9am on Friday March 7th.
All proceeds from the event are going towards London’s abused women’s shelter.
Jennifer Dunn from London’s Abused Women’s Shelter shared
“It’s really important for us to celebrate International Women’s Day and really highlight the achievements of women over the years, whatever that looks like for them. So given the work that we do,every single day in supporting women and girls in our community. You know, sometimes it’s really important for us to talk about that.”
She also shared that the day is the center’s single largest fundraising day of the year. More can be found at: https://www.lawc.on.ca/
London Police Service: Women In Policing Open House
Anyone is welcome to attend and meet powerful women that make up our London police force and protect us daily. No registration is required and light snacks and beverages will be provided.
The event is taking place Friday March 7th, between 2 and 8 pm at 100 Kellogg Lane.
