International Women's Day 2012 - Shoalhaven
International Women's Day in the Shoalhaven
This year we're celebrating 20 years of International Women's Day in the Shoalhaven! International Women's Day has a long history, and there is much to celebrate. International Women's Day provides an opportunity for communities to recognise and celebrate local women's achievements and the contribution women continue to make to their communities. However there is still much to be done to ensure women the world over enjoy the freedoms and rights, culturally and legally, that every individual should have. IWD 2012 is about recognising women’s contributions and realising and protecting their rights. It is an occasion to review how far they have come in their struggle for equality, peace and development. It is also an opportunity to unite, network and mobilize for meaningful change.
To promote and support International Women's Day 2012 (IWD 2012) in the Shoalhaven, a number of events are happening. A variety of activities and gatherings in and around Nowra, including Tomerong and Ulladulla, ensure there is something for every woman, young and... not so young.
Our gallery has some photos of last year's IWD activities. Please contact us if you have some photos of IWD 2012 activities you would like to see added, or if you have an enquiry. Each event has a contact listed for specific enquiries about that event.
Each year, activities supporting International Women's Day in the Shoalhaven are organised by our committee. We thank our sponsors (see right), and all of you who commemorate and celebrate International Women's Day in the Shoalhaven by your assistance or participation. Please join us in celebrating International Women's Day 2012.
