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This year's International Women's Day theme is ‘Inspire Inclusion' and the Women's History Month theme is 'Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion’.

On this page:

• Foreword from the co-chairs of the Astrea Network
• Your book recommendations for Women's History Month and International Women's Day 2024
• Events
• Listen: Podcasts on women at ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº
• More information and resources

Foreword from the co-chairs of the Astrea Network

Why in 2024, are we still celebrating Women’s History Month? Because believe it or not, there’s still so much inequality – things like women facing poorer health outcomes because gynaecological symptoms are ignored by medical professionals, or women being subject to unjust patriarchal desires, and even the fact that a gender pay gap still persists – including here at ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº. ÌýThere’s still a lot to change and we can do that by raising awareness and celebrating the women around us, along with the women who have already created waves and paved the way for other women to excel.Ìý

In case you’ve never heard of the Astrea Network, we’re a community for women in ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº Professional Services. We meet regularly to learn new skills, gain the confidence to apply for those more senior jobs and connect with, and support, other women at ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº. If this sounds like it could be useful for you,Ìýwe’d love for you to join!Ìý

This Women’s History Month, in accordance with the theme, the Astrea Network is hoping to #InspireInclusion. But what does that mean? How do we ensure our education, policy design and accessibility needs can be navigated by all?Ìý. We hope to see you there!

– Ferdouse Akhter, Pip Jackson, Aparna Murthy (co-chairs of the Astrea Network)

Your book recommendations for Women's History Month and International Women's Day 2024

¹û¶³Ó°Ôº Library Services are compiling a list of book recommendations from across the ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº community to celebrate International Women's Day on 8 March and Women's History Month throughout March. Alongside recommendations connected to this year’s themes, we also welcome your suggestions for other books written by, for, about and celebrating women.

Events

4–8 March: Join the Faculty of Population Health Sciences for Women’s Health Week 2024Ìý

Women’s health is a multidisciplinary field of research and education at ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº and a key research area of the Faculty of Population Health Sciences. To celebrate International Women’s Day 2024, we showcase how ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº is transforming the future of women’s health, translating research discoveries into treatments, and revolutionising care for women’s health. Find out more about Women’s Health at ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº and take a look at our specially-curated feed of health-related events taking place throughout the month, including talks, panels and symposia.

4 March, 5.55–6.50pm: In conversation with Professor Jo PhoenixÌý

In person/open to all. In conversation with Sonia Sodha, Professor Phoenix will discuss her employment tribunal, where it was found that she was wrongfully constructively dismissed by the Open University due to her gender critical beliefs. This event is sold out but you can find out more and .Ìý

5 March, 9.15–10.45am: ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº Climate Cuppa: International Women's Day SpecialÌý

In person/open to staff. and hear from some of the women leading their fields at ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº in this special event for International Women’s Day, celebrating women’s contribution to climate action.Ìý

5 March, 5–6pm: Women in Medicine and the Gender Pay Gap

Online/open to all. The ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº Faculty of Medical Sciences Public Lecture in March celebrates International Women's Day, welcoming Professor Jane Dacre who will talk about gender pay inequality in the medical field.

6 March, 10am–5pm: Inclusivity in women's health tech

In person/open to all. Join us to explore inclusivity in women's health tech through panel discussions, presentations and networking.ÌýThis event will bring together ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº researchers, industry experts, and companies working in HealthTech and digital health to explore topics on inclusivity in women's health. ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº researchers wishing to attend should join the waitlist or contactÌýb.malkani@ucl.ac.uk.

7 March, 1–2pm: Lunch Hour Lecture | Why we need to teach everyone about reproductive healthÌý

Online/open to all. In this , Professor Joyce Harper will discuss why we need to teach everyone about reproductive health; from puberty to menopause.Ìý

7 March, 6.16pm–8pm: Each Time a Woman Stands Up For Herself, She Stands Up For All WomenÌý

In person and online/open to all. , to share her journey and reflections in the lead-up to International Women’s Day 2024.Ìý

8 March, 12–1pm: ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº AstreaÌý–ÌýInternational Women's DayÌý–ÌýInspiring InclusionÌý

Online/open to ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº staff. ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº Astrea are delighted to host a , with experts in inclusion from the ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº EDI team, the Global Disability Innovation Hub, the VP (RIGE) Office and the Department of Psychology & Human Development.

8 March, 12.30–2pm: Women in Leadership International Women's Day Panel: Investing in womenÌý

Online/open to ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº staff. In celebration of International Women's Day on Friday 8 March, the ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº Senior and Women in Leadership Development Alumni Network(S/WILD Alumni Network) are pleased to that will be exploring the international women's day theme, 'invest in women, accelerate progress'.

8 March, 12.50–2pm: Faculty of Engineering, Fireside Chat with Professor Dame Celia Hoyles

In person/open to all. , and will share her experiences of an academic journey.

14 March, 4.30–6.30pm: Women with a mission: Making an impact through Social Ventures

In person/open to all.Ìý.

20 March, 1–4pm: Women in Security, Crime and Forensic Science Showcase

In person/open to ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº staff and students.Ìý.

27 March, 2-3pm: EDI event: supporting people to thrive through menopause

Online/open to ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº staff and students. Join our expert speaker Dr Shema Tariq in this online event exploring what menopause is, how it impacts work and strategies for supporting colleagues and students.

Listen: Podcasts on women at ¹û¶³Ó°Ôº

• Medical Women Talking podcast: Interviews with inspiring women doctors from across medical disciplines; hosted by Professor Dame Jane Dacre
• :ÌýIn this podcast, we're talking about the shortage of female talent working in top jobs in construction and infrastructure. What is putting women off these jobs?

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