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Women, Community and ICT Friday 15 March 2002 The Grand Moat House Hotel, Colmore Row, Birmingham (5 to 10 minutes walk from Birmingham New Street Station) The event is aimed at women working in community and ICT projects and at organisations with a largely female client group. A range of workshops will take place and we are looking forward to welcoming women from all over the UK. For full details go to: http://centres.ngfl.gov.uk/news/2002/women There are still some places left if you are interested in attending or on the day you can check the link to see information uploaded onto the web from / by participants in the event. Telephone Mandy McCartney on: 024 7641 6994 Contact details added for Press Release from Palestinian Women's Groups INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY - Kabul, Afghanistan - 8 March 2002 Keynote Address by Noeleen Heyzer Executive Director UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT FUND FOR WOMEN (UNIFEM) Organized by the Ministry of Women's Affairs, Interim Government of Afghanistan and United Nations Development Fund for Women (UNIFEM) http://www.unifem.undp.org/speaks/iwd2002_kabul.html Gender, Cultural Diversity and Leadership Discussion forums for women from different cultural backgrounds to produce an action plan for developing productive, culturally responsive working alliances for leadership by women. 11th March: 12-1pm African/Diasporan Women 13th March: 10-1pm Asian and African Women 20th March: 10-1pm All Women Woolwich Simba, 48 Artillery Place, Woolwich, SE18 020-8697 1600 In Celebration of My Sisters Month long festival of women's film, comedy and business. Featuring amongst others: Comedy with Brenda Emmanus, Angie La Mar, Gena Yashere Workshops on E-Commerce, Career Change and Marketing Discussion about the education and exclusion of African Caribbean children Films with Alfre Woodward, Verona Joseph, Yolanda Ross, Natasha Williams Telephone: 020-7924 0124 Email: thewritething@aol.com Web: http://www.blackbritain.co.uk/incelebration International Women's Day 2002 We had Musical Evening for 150 women at the Community Centre, 269 Barking Road, Plaistow. Regards Paizah Millennium Disability Agency. Press Release on the Occasion of International's Women's Day, 8th of March: Looking towards the eighth of March in the difficult political, social and economic conditions we, the Palestinian people live and face, International Women's Day appears before us all as a day for all women to celebrate, a day preserved as a moment of opposition and defiance, a symbol of our struggle for human rights and equality that we demand all over the world. Looking towards the eighth of March, we, Palestinian women, stand defiantly over the graves of our innocent martyrs and children, challenging the violations of human rights practiced against our people daily. (click here for full text) Signed by: Al-Zahraa: An Arab Women's Feminist Organization (Sakhneen) PNGO: the Network of Palestinian NGO's in the Occupied Palestinian Territories HRA: the Arab Human Rights Association (Nazareth) The Women's Studies Center, Birzeit University (Birzeit, OPT) Assiwar, the Arab Feminist Movement to support Victims of Sexual Abuse (Haifa) Baladna: The Association of Arab Youth (Haifa) Kayan:A Feminist Organization (Haifa) Al-Wafa wal Amal: A Women's Charity Organization (al-Baqa al-Gharbiyya) The Association of Women in Laqiya (Bir al-Saba') A Step Forward (Rahat) The Women's Democratic Movement (Nazareth) Contact by phone: 972-4-6747148 By email: alzahraa44@hotmail.com International Women's Day Events in Scotland http://www.quine.org.uk/iwd/events.html International Women's Day Events in Australia http://www.isis.aust.com/iwd CELEBRATE WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH! American based web site celebrating the diversity of women http://www.nwhp.org/whm/themes/themes.html Brighton and Hove International Women's Day 2002 Events 9/3/02 from 12:00 pm -5:30pm A vibrant celebration of International Women's Day takes place @ Brighthelm/ Brighton Women's Centre, North Road, Brighton on Saturday 9th March from 12pm to 5.30pm. This massive mix of performers, speakers, stalls, food and workshops features a fabulous synthesis of multicultural energies. ADMISSION FREE - DONATIONS WELCOME! Crèche available - book on the day. Brighthelm/ Brighton Women's Centre have disabled access. Signed performances. Interpreters available from Sussex Interpreting Services. For further details please call 01273-323448 or email fish@smcw.freeserve.co.uk This event is funded by grants and donations from Brighton and Hove Council, Disability Arts in London, East Sussex Fire Brigade and Candy Bar (Brighton).
On stage @ Brighton and Hove International Women's Day Celebrations 2002
Speakers reflect a wide selection of women's issues and include
Other events celebrating International Women's Day in Brighton and Hove
Friday March 8th: Miriam Makeba, South African diva International Women's Day Event 10th March 2002, 10.30 am-4pm - University of Luton, Sir Ian Dixon Suite, Park Square, LUTON. The Steering Group for International Women's Week would like to invite you to this free event. The event will be open to women only, until 2.00 pm, after which time men and boys Over the age of 8 will also be welcomed to join the event. We will be offering a day of "drop-in" events based around Women's Rights and Equal Opportunties. The Programme is as follows:- v Information Stands All day v Video conferencing with women's groups in Other countries 11.00-12.00 v Complimentary and healthy living workshops 11 onwards v Internet and e-mailing to women's organisations 12.00-3.00 v Women's political, social and economic development Workshops 12.00-3.00 v Launch of the Resource Pack on Forced Marriages 2.00-215 v Cultural Displays by women 2.15-4.00 Light refreshments will be available at lunchtime. Creche is provided (spaces are limited so please advise us early should you require this) and there will be interpreters available for those whose first language is not English or who require sign language. We look forward to your being able to join us during the day. Should you require additional information please contact Luton All Women Centre staff Minoo Beech and Beccy Wyatt on 01582 416783. Yours sincerely, Janet Montgomery Email For International Women's Week Steering Group AFGHAN WOMEN'S RIGHTS AND CHILD MARRIAGE TOP AGENDA INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2002 New York, Peshawar and London:- a new video in which Afghan widows talk about their lives is being shown in three world cities to mark International Women's Day. Made by the Afghan Women's Council with the support of WOMANKIND Worldwide, the video will be part of gatherings where Afghan women come together with non-governmental organisations and policy-makers to discuss keeping women's rights on the table as reconstruction of Afghanistan gets underway and planning for the country's future continues. Forced and early marriage - a live issue for Afghan women and girls and for millions of others across the world - is also on the advocacy agenda at this time. WOMANKIND is highlighting the issue right now at the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) in New York, linking the practice to poverty - the theme of this year's Commission.1 For more information contact Ilana Cravitz, Communications Officer at WOMANKIND Worldwide on +44 20 7588 6099. ilana@womankind.org.uk http://www.womankind.org.uk capitalwoman 2002 Saturday 9 March 2002 - 10am to 5.30pm Institute of Education, 20 Bedford Way, London WC1H 0AL The second London conference for women - a day of diversity, celebration and debate http://www.london.gov.uk/mayor/capitalwoman02/index.htm Noise Demo in Solidarity With Women Prisoners When: International Women's Day, March 8th Where: Main Gate of Holloway Prison, Holloway, North London, 2pm (nearest tube Holloway Road). What time: 2pm Come out and join us in our demo at Holloway - we want to show the sisters inside, and let them hear, loud and clear, that they are not alone. Calledby: WomenSpeakOut -radical DIY anarcho-feminists and anti-capitalist women collective This action kicks off a weekend of workshops, discussions, film showings and constructive larking for the International Women's Day WomenSpeakOut at The Radical Dairy (autonomous social centre, 47 Kynaston Road, Stoke Newington, Hackney) Creche facilities available - please call and tell us if you'll be bringing children and their ages. For further details call: 07985 365 992 email: wso-london-subscribe@yahoohgroups.com 24 hour livestream in celebration of women's art and activism from midnight gmt thursday until midnight gmt friday for International Womens Day. http://www.piratetv.net JOBS WITH DIGNITY What are the concerns of women workers' in the free trade zone garment factories and banana plantations in Nicaragua? What does ethical trade mean for these workers? How can we support ethical trade and help to ensure that workers' rights are respected? Speakers: Claudia Blanco Trade union leader and banana plantation worker ATC Nicaraguan Rural Workers' Association Lesbia Guerrero Labour Rights Promoter and Garment Factory worker The Maria Elena Cuadra Women's Movement, Nicaragua Megan Byrne The Transport & General Workers Union Organised by Central America Women's Network, Nicaragua Solidarity Campaign and War on Want Monday 11th March, 7pm Islington Town Hall, Committee Rm 5, Upper St, London N1 TUD Nearest tube Highbury & Islington Contact Nick Dearden at War on Want ndearden@waronwant.org Date: Friday 8 March 2002 Time: 12pm – 2:30pm Venue: The Savoy Hotel, The Strand, London WC2 Over 300 of the UK’s most powerful women in business will grace the Savoy Hotel on the 8th of March 2002 for an inaugural launch of the largest international women’s day event in the UK. Celebrating the economic, social, cultural and political achievements of women, the event is supported by the Busygirl Network, PricewaterhouseCoopers and the European Federation of Black Women Business Owners. The line up of speakers at this International Women’s Day 2002 event is as follows: CAROLYN MCCALL: Managing Director, Guardian Newspapers; Non-executive Director for New Look Group plc, Non-executive Director for Workthing.com and Trustee for the Tools for Schools Charity, shares her insight about women making change at the top. ELENA ARTAL: Manager, PricewaterhouseCoopers Spain speaks about ULYSSES, a PricewaterhouseCoopers diversity initiative aimed at providing valuable United Nation’s experience for forthcoming leaders. SAM HARDY: Head of Gender Research, Industrial Society and Author, “Small Step or Giant Leap: Towards Gender Equality at Work” discusses why women are recognised for performance and men recognised for potential. YVONNE THOMPSON: President, European Federation of Black Women Business Owners and Member of numerous EU and UK Boards explains why diverse leaders are business critical. GLENDA STONE: Founder, Busygirl Network chairs the event and shares her experience about strategies for developing diverse corporate cultures. Tickets are £65 per person; Tables of 10: £650. For ticket enquiries call (020) 7908 8003. You can also visit the International Women’s Day website: http://www.internationalwomensday.com WOMEN IN BLACK - FOR INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY: In response to Bat Shalom's request for solidarity actions on International Women's Day, March 8th, Women in Black UK actions: THIS WEDNESDAY MARCH 6th: Palestine/Israel focus vigil 6 - 7 pm, at the Edith Cavell Statue, Charing Cross Road (north side of Trafalgar Sq opp Nat Gallery). ALL WOMEN vigils calling for justice for Palestine and end to the occupation. All women welcome, please wear black. Silent vigils: placards provided by WiB FRIDAY 8TH MARCH - INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY: There will be a special International Women's Day vigil , same place, same time. This will be a Palestine/Israel vigil, in solidarity with Bat Shalom. We realise that this is only two days after the Wednesday one, but in view of the current situation over there we felt that enough women would feel able to come. Name: from WiB mailing Women in Black, c/o The Maypole Fund, PO Box 14072, London N16 5WB. RACE, GENDER AND VIOLENCE IN THE HOME A Day Conference on 8th March 2002 - Portcullis House, House of Commons, SW1 - Chair Esther Stanford Society of Black Lawyers, Barbara Follet MP, Lizzy Gummer Home Office, Prof Jill Radford Teesside University, Hannana Siddiqui south Black sisters, Julie Bindel University of East London, Jackie Holder Life Work in Progress - Fee including Tea and Coffe but not lunch £50.00 Name: via notice - Email: ruthchigwada@aol.com Web: http://www.Ruthchigwada-bailey.inuk.com WOMAN'S PERSONAL POWER - A FREE EVENT TO CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY 2002 Sunday 3 March 2.30pm to 5pm at Global Co-operation House, 65 Pound Lane, London NW10 An afternoon for women to share their experiences, including a panel discussion, workshop and meditation, ending with light refreshments. Please choose your personal workshop topic beforehand from: 1) My life's purpose and fulfilment 2) Maintaing self-esteem through self-awareness 3) Facing challenges 4) Beauty and power 5) Redefining love in relationships Further information: Tel: 020 8727 3383 Name: Regina Baumgart - London, Email: regina@bkwsugch.demon.co.uk web: http://www.bkwsu.org.uk ASIAN WOMEN OF ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS 2002 * If you know of someone who deserves recognition, now is the time to do something about it! * It's time to celebrate the achievements, contributions and success of Asian women in the UK - it's nomination time for the Asian Women of Achievement Awards 2002 * Anyone can submit a nomination for the Awards and any Asian woman is eligible for entry. * The Asian Women of Achievement Awards were set up by successful business women and author Pinky Lilani, to recognise the immense accomplishments of unsung heroines within the Asian community as well in the commercial professional, artistic and humanitarian sectors. * Now in their third year, the Awards acknowledge individual effort; provide role models for, and give inspiration to, Asian women from all walks of life; and raise awareness outside the Asian community of the outstanding qualities of Asian women in this country. * Cherie Booth QC, patron of the awards comments " I am honoured to be patron of the Asian Women of Achievement Awards. These women deserve to be recognised and rewarded for the invaluable contributions they are making to the fabric of British society, the Awards do exactly that" * Award Categories: The Arts & Culture Award; Women flourishing in the world of performing arts, management of the arts and creative writing; The Social & Humanitarian Award. * Any special women involved in social and humanitarian work, whether they are individuals working for non-profit organisations or the corporate world contributing to the voluntary sector. * Business Woman of the Year - Those individuals thriving within the corporate world, from public or private companies, who are making an extraordinary contribution to the success of their organisation. * Entrepreneur of the Year - Women who have successfully set up and are running their own businesses; * Media Personality of the Year; - Unique individuals within media companies, or women making major contributions to the media; * Professional of the Year - Individuals who have trained and qualified in their chosen professional practice and have become a leading practitioner; * Young Achiever of the Year - Any woman under 30 who has done something incredible, inspirational or is simply the best at what she does. * The Chairman's Award: A special award presented by the Chairman to one outstanding woman of achievement. * For further details about the awards or if you think you know someone who should be nominated - visit the Asian Women of Achievement Awards website where you can print off a nomination form. Alternatively call the Awards Office on 020 7828 0999. * Closing date for nominations is 1st March 2002. * The website also has details of how you can book your place at the awards ceremony -to be part of this prestigious event. Web: http://www.awaawards.com The Society for Experimental Biology is organising a Women in Science luncheon at the University of Wales Swansea on Tuesday 9 April (12 - 2pm) during its week-long Annual Main Meeting. The speaker will be Professor Dame Julia Higgins (professor at Imperial College London, Foreign Secretary of the Royal Society and Chair of the Athena Project). [and a Vice-President of AWiSE] The two-course sit-down luncheon (which begins with a wine reception) will be followed by the speaker with time for discussion and questions afterwars. If you would like to attend please go to our public affairs website for more details and a booking form (cost: £15) at: http://www.sebiology.com/education/Annual_educ_event.htm#public. Please note: If you would also like to attend other events and sessions at the Meeting the programme and main booking form can be found at web link below Email: s.blackford@lancaster.ac.uk Web: http://www.sebiology.com/meetings/2002/Swansea/index.htm
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