International Women's Day

International Women's Day (IWD) is held on 8 March each year.

It celebrates women's achievements, raises awareness for women's equality, and marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity and positive change for women. 

"Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that's diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women's equality. Collectively we can all #EmbraceEquity." Source: International Women's Day - official website

2023: Crack the code for gender equality

International Women's Day 2023 campaign theme was #EmbraceEquity

Council hosted an event at Kyneton Town Hall, with Keynote speaker Antoinette Braybrook, 2022 Melburnian of the Year, and performances by local artists Sage Roadknight and Rhiannon Winchester.

Antoinette is a proud Kuku Yulanji woman, who is the CEO of Djirra and Co-Chair of Change the Record. She is a strong advocate for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and has been recognised locally and internationally for her leadership and contribution to gender equity.