In celebration of International Women's Day today, a number of activities are taking place in Greater Sudbury.
Here's a few of the events:
- Sunrise ceremony and water walk, hosted by Laurentian University's Indigenous Student Circle, Laurentian University, March 8, 7 a.m.
- International Women's Day Breakfast, featuring panel of local women who will share their life challenges, hosted by Greater Sudbury Chamber of Commerce, Ristorante Verdicchio, March 8, 8 a.m.
- Screening of the documentary “The World Before Her,” hosted by the Sudbury Indie Cinema Co-op, Downtown Movie Lounge, March 8, 5:15 p.m.
- Presentation by Ann Decter, director of advocacy and public policy, YWCA Canada, followed by moderated discussion, council chambers at Tom Davies Square, March 9, 7 p.m.
- Exhibit of woven hearts by Amity Art Group, Kuppajo Espresso Bar, March 6-10.
International Women's Day was originally called International Working Women's Day, and is celebrated on March 8 every year. In a number of countries around the world, including China, Cuba, Russia, Afghanistan, and Zambia, the day is recognized as an official holiday.
Each year, International Women's Day follows a theme, and this year's theme is #BeBoldForChange.
The International Women's Day website is asking everyone to "call on the masses or call on yourself to help forge a better working world - a more gender inclusive world."
Submit your #BeBoldForChange action via the IWD website.
