International Women’s Day is a celebration of equality, the movements for change, love, support and of course women in all areas of business. We at SHARE are making it to some of the exciting events around Old Street and Shoreditch to celebrate! But before we set off, we thought to share the list of the free events around us that we are most excited about. If you’re going, let us know!
Celebratory IWD Event
GRRRL! Step Up and Speak Out
If you’re looking for something at the weekend, then The Boiler House has: food, cocktails, music, yoga and cupcake workshops. This is all in addition to the more familiar talks and panels we’ve come to love on IWD.You can win prizes based on how creative your cupcakes are, or browse the ethical lifestyle market. The venue is also completely run by women making it the ultimate celebratory event for International Women’s Day.Date And TimeSat, Mar 7, 2020, 11:00 AM – 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 8, 2020, 11:00 AM – 5:00PM LocationThe Boiler House
152 Brick Lane
London, E1 6RUSign up and find out more information here
The Fashion and Lifestyle IWD Event
#EachforEqual Lone Design Club’s 2 part Celebration
Supporting female led fashion and lifestyle brands with not one, but two events where you can meet the designers behind the brands. The drinks will be flowing, the DJ’s will be mixing, and all alongside an immersive in-store experience at Lone Design Club’s concept store in Spitalfields.Date And TimeFri, March 6, 2020, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Fri, March 13, 2020, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
LocationLDC Concept Store
37 Brushfield Street
Spitalfields
London, E1 6AASign up and find out more information here
The IWD Tech Event
Kickass Women Slay the Tech World
Get inspired by women at the top of their game as they share their experiences and advice, and how they make their impact in the world of Tech. This event is an opportunity to learn from the best, from Facebook to Microsoft – it really has it all. If you want to learn, be inspired, or just have a great time – this is definitely the event for you!Date And TimeThu, 5 March 2020, 6:30 – 8:00 PMLocationGeneral Assembly London
114 Whitechapel High Street
London, E1 7PTSign up and find out more information here
The Creative IWD Event
Women Behind Artivism Panel Talk
At the Brick Lane Gallery, there’s an exhibition celebrating the women that use their work to speak out and make a change. Hear the artists as they share their passion and how they make their mark, creating and participating in social movements, all with free drinks and nibbles.Date And TimeThu, 5 March 2020, 6:00 – 9:00 PMLocationThe Brick Lane Gallery
216 Brick Lane
London, E1 6SAGet Tickets and find out more information here
IWD Event for Gamers
International Women’s Day x Platform social
Hear talks from women in the gaming industry including Virtual Reality and E-sports. They’ll be sharing their experiences, and celebrating the growing diversity in the field. The talks are followed by gaming sessions and drinks.Date And TimeSun, 8 March 2020, 4:00 – 8:00 PMLocationPlatform
2b Worship Street
London, EC2A 2AH Get Tickets and find out more information here
The Leadership IWD Event
2020 International Women’s Day Breakfast at Rise London
Be inspired by researchers and senior leadership from Fintech that have been at the forefront of the push for an increase in gender balance and workplace equality. You’ll find out what it is that makes a good leader as well as getting practical advice on how to work in, and create an environment where all employees feel empowered to do their best work.Date And TimeFri, 6 March 2020, 08:30 – 10:00 AMLocationRise London
41 Luke Street
London, EC2A 4DPRegister and find out more information here
Empowering IWD Events
#IamRemarkable Workshop Celebrating the International Women Day
Boost your confidence and equip yourself with the skills to get that promotion with the #IAmRemarkable workshop. Learn more about what sets us back when it comes to self promotion and unconscious bias and learn how to effectively articulate your achievements. There will be drinks and food, along with the opportunity to meet more like minded people after the event. Arrival is from 17:30 but the event starts at 18:00, so if you’re in the area it should be easy and very worthwhile to get to. Date And TimeThu, 12 March 2020, 5:30 – 9:00 PMLocationWild Code School London
68 Hanbury Street
London, E1 5JLGet tickets and find out more information here
She’s Got This: Breakfast launch event at The Curtain
This breakfast event is dedicated to launching a campaign that will support 15,000 women to start, grow and scale a business in 2020. Hear from the most inspiring entrepreneurs from a variety of industries. The event will also be where you can find out how you can get involved and possibly be one of the women funded by the campaign. Date And TimeMon, 9 March 2020, 08:30 – 10:00 AMLocationThe Curtain
45 Curtain Road
London, EC2A 3PTSign up and find out more information here
If you’re looking for something at the weekend, then The Boiler House has: food, cocktails, music, yoga and cupcake workshops. This is all in addition to the more familiar talks and panels we’ve come to love on IWD.
You can win prizes based on how creative your cupcakes are, or browse the ethical lifestyle market. The venue is also completely run by women making it the ultimate celebratory event for International Women’s Day.
Date And Time
Sat, Mar 7, 2020, 11:00 AM – 5:00PM
Sun, Mar 8, 2020, 11:00 AM – 5:00PM
Location
The Boiler House
152 Brick Lane
London, E1 6RU
Sign up and find out more information here
Supporting female led fashion and lifestyle brands with not one, but two events where you can meet the designers behind the brands. The drinks will be flowing, the DJ’s will be mixing, and all alongside an immersive in-store experience at Lone Design Club’s concept store in Spitalfields.
Date And Time
Fri, March 6, 2020, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Fri, March 13, 2020, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location
LDC Concept Store
37 Brushfield Street
Spitalfields
London, E1 6AA
Sign up and find out more information here
Get inspired by women at the top of their game as they share their experiences and advice, and how they make their impact in the world of Tech.
This event is an opportunity to learn from the best, from Facebook to Microsoft – it really has it all. If you want to learn, be inspired, or just have a great time – this is definitely the event for you!
Date And Time
Thu, 5 March 2020, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Location
General Assembly London
114 Whitechapel High Street
London, E1 7PT
Sign up and find out more information here
At the Brick Lane Gallery, there’s an exhibition celebrating the women that use their work to speak out and make a change. Hear the artists as they share their passion and how they make their mark, creating and participating in social movements, all with free drinks and nibbles.
Date And Time
Thu, 5 March 2020, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
Location
The Brick Lane Gallery
216 Brick Lane
London, E1 6SA
Get Tickets and find out more information here
Hear talks from women in the gaming industry including Virtual Reality and E-sports. They’ll be sharing their experiences, and celebrating the growing diversity in the field. The talks are followed by gaming sessions and drinks.
Date And Time
Sun, 8 March 2020, 4:00 – 8:00 PM
Location
Platform
2b Worship Street
London, EC2A 2AH
Get Tickets and find out more information here
Be inspired by researchers and senior leadership from Fintech that have been at the forefront of the push for an increase in gender balance and workplace equality. You’ll find out what it is that makes a good leader as well as getting practical advice on how to work in, and create an environment where all employees feel empowered to do their best work.
Date And Time
Fri, 6 March 2020, 08:30 – 10:00 AM
Location
Rise London
41 Luke Street
London, EC2A 4DP
Register and find out more information here
Boost your confidence and equip yourself with the skills to get that promotion with the #IAmRemarkable workshop.
Learn more about what sets us back when it comes to self promotion and unconscious bias and learn how to effectively articulate your achievements. There will be drinks and food, along with the opportunity to meet more like minded people after the event. Arrival is from 17:30 but the event starts at 18:00, so if you’re in the area it should be easy and very worthwhile to get to.
Date And Time
Thu, 12 March 2020, 5:30 – 9:00 PM
Location
Wild Code School London
68 Hanbury Street
London, E1 5JL
Get tickets and find out more information here
This breakfast event is dedicated to launching a campaign that will support 15,000 women to start, grow and scale a business in 2020. Hear from the most inspiring entrepreneurs from a variety of industries. The event will also be where you can find out how you can get involved and possibly be one of the women funded by the campaign.
Date And Time
Mon, 9 March 2020, 08:30 – 10:00 AM
Location
The Curtain
45 Curtain Road
London, EC2A 3PT
Sign up and find out more information here