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Join us in celebrating International Women’s Day 2024

We are looking forward to celebrating International Women’s Day on Friday 8 March by hosting a series of events which recognise the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The aim of this year’s theme is ‘Inspire Inclusion’, one of the University’s most fundamental values. At Brighton, we recognise the importance of celebrating all…

Join us in celebrating International Women’s Day 2023

Award-winning author Sheena Patel will be giving a book reading and taking part in a Q&A at the University of Brighton on 8 March 2023 as part of our International Women’s Day celebrations, in addition to events being hosted by our Schools. We hope you get involved. International Women’s Day seeks to challenge gender stereotypes and…

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Vice Chancellor Professor Debra Humphris: “International Women’s Day allows us to reflect with pride on the achievements of the inspirational women from our staff and student community.”

International Women's Day - Break the bias: a panel event

Join us in celebrating International Women’s Day 2022

Sign up to our International Women’s Day events now, where we will be celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women to accelerate gender parity.

#BreakTheBias: International Women’s Day 2022 event

International Women’s Day seeks to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women and accelerate gender parity. This year’s theme #BreakTheBias, encourages us all to imagine a gender equal world, free of bias, stereotypes and discrimination.

International Women’s Day 2021 #ChooseToChallenge

The University of Brighton marks International Women’s Day with a talk for staff and students by author Angela Saini, co-hosted with the University of Sussex.

International Women’s Day 2021: A conversation with Angela Saini

In celebration of International Women’s Day, the Universities of Brighton and Sussex are jointly hosting award-winning science journalist and author Angela Saini. Reserve your place at our free, online event co-hosted with the University of Sussex.