International Women's Day 2025

Let's 'Accelerate Action' for women's equality

Marked by millions of people on March 8, International Women's Day celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender equality and the campaign theme for 2025 is 'Accelerate Action'.

Amazing work happens each and every day across our communities in Oldham, Rochdale and Tameside but IWD provides the perfect opportunity to raise awareness, engage with communities, reflect on progress, and commit to positive action.

At Action Together, we believe in the strength and impact of our communities. Many of our members are doing fantastic work to advocate for gender equality, while at the same time providing much-needed support in a multitude of ways for women in our local communities, and we want to celebrate that.

Below we've compiled a snapshot of some of the wonderful support from across our communities, and some of the specific local events being held this International Women's Day 2025 too.

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Support for women across Oldham, Rochdale and Tameside

Oldham

Fatima Women’s Association
Spark Oldham
Royton and Crompton Over 60's Group
Relax with Lucy & Co
Lindsey : Co-op Member Engagement

Also in Oldham, Action Together hosts the Oldham Women’s Network which brings together women’s organisations in Oldham to focus on current impacts they are seeing amongst women and girls they work with. As well as sharing information, challenges, and exploring opportunities to work together. Find out more: actiontogether.org.uk/oldham-womens-network

Rochdale

Rochdale Connections Trust
Rochdale Women's Welfare Association
WHAG
Aspire 2 Inspire
Theatre in Flow
Kashmir Youth Project
Watering Your Soul CIC
Soul Sisters
De Butterfly CIC
Caring and Sharing
Wonderfully Made Woman

Also in Rochdale, Action Together hosts the Rochdale Women's Network along with the Women's Foundation Group. It is a space for all those interested in improving the life experiences of Rochdale women, and facilitates conversation guided by systems change and community-led action to begin the reduction of 'violence against women and girls (VAWG)' in Rochdale. Find out more: actiontogether.org.uk/rochdale-womens-network
 

Tameside

The Anthony Seddon Fund Ladies Social Group
Newton Women's Group

Greater Manchester and Nationwide

Greater Manchester Women’s Support Alliance (GMWSA)
Women’s Aid

Events/Activities for International Women's Day 2025

Spark Oldham CIC

'Celebrating Wonderful Women' event - a day of celebrating all the amazing women in our lives, with music, food, and inspiring stories.
Date/time: Thursday 6 March, 12pm-2pm
Location: Royton Town Hall, Rochdale Road, Royton OL2 6QG

Light in the Darkness CIC

Charity event - inpirational speeches, cultural food, fashion show and more. Contact the number below for more information.
Date/time: Saturday 8 March, 2pm-6pm
Location: Holy Trinity Chirch & Community Centre, Dean Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne OL6 7HD
Contact: 07450 201713

GM Business Growth Hub

Headline event to celebrate International Women's Day 2025 featuring a panel of inspirational speakers. These groundbreaking female leaders make up the fabric of Greater Manchester. Focusing on the themes of culture and business, with two inspirational panel sessions celebrating the importance of personal experiences to shape ongoing change.
Date/time: Monday 3 March 2025, 9:30am-12pm
Location: Village Hotel Manchester Ashton, Pamir Drive, Ashton-under-Lyne OL7 0LY

International Women's Day at Printworks

Printworks will mark International Women's Day with a UK-first event: a 1,000m² digital art installation spanning 115 metres, honouring women of Manchester. The awe-inspiring digital art showcase will illuminate the stories of local women on Europe's largest digital ceiling, creating a mesmerising visual celebration of identity, empowerment and representation. In addition to the groundbreaking art display, Printworks will host a special one-day Makers Market, running from 12pm to 4pm, spotlighting Manchester's incredible female-led businesses.
Date/time: Saturday 8 March 2025, 12pm-4pm
Location: Printworks, 27 Withy Grove Manchester, Greater Manchester M4 2BS

Voice Assembly Pyjama Party

A celebration of community with Voice Assembly, including hot buffet. Booking is essential, contact Louise: louise@voiceassembly.com or 07854 870167
Date/time: Saturday 8 March 2025, 6pm-9pm
Location: Views Café, Hollingworth Lake OL15 0DN

Oldham Pride

Join Oldham Pride for a celebration of LGBTQ+ women and all who stand with them. Whether you’re part of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally, your presence is welcome. We believe in celebrating women in all their diversity.

Date/time: Monday 10 March 2025, 6pm-9pm
Location: Oldham Libraries Performance Space