International Women's Day Events

The events programme for International Women's Day is as follows:

Maia: International Women's Day 2024 Launch Event

Monday 4 March | Pilkington Library | 12.30pm-1.30pm

At this launch event, panelists Professor Sheryl Williams, Sandra Kwok, David Wilson, Catherine Armstrong, Charlie Wheeldon, and Stevie Ashurst will be discussing why International Women’s Day is so important and what gender equity means to them.

Girls Night In

Monday 4 March | LSU Treehouse | 6pm-8pm

This is a night of networking, fun and freebies. It is open to all women and non-binary students. This event is part of the EmpowerHER schedule.

Beginners Football (MyLifestyle)

Monday 4 March | New Victory Hall, Holywell Sports Complex | 6pm-7pm

This session is for women and non-binary students and staff of all abilities. Learn the fundamentals whilst fostering inclusion, building confidence and creating a space where everyone feels welcome. Book via the Lboro Sport app. This event is part of the EmpowerHER schedule.

Placard Making Workshop for International Women's Day

Monday 4 March | Council Chamber, Loughborough Students' Union | 4pm-6pm

You will be provided with prompts and guidance on how to make a protest poster. Use examples of handmade protest posters to explore general themes and the use of colour to help with expressing your ideas intentionally.

Maia: Meet the new Co-Chairs

Tuesday 5 March | Edward Herbert Building Atrium | 12.30pm-1.30pm

Maia, the University’s women’s network, invites you to this lunchtime connect over coffee event hosted by Maia’s new Co-Chairs and other committee members.

'You think like a woman!' Professor Ksenia Chmutina, Claudia Parsons Memorial Lecture Series

Tuesday 5 March | Room WPT003, West Park Teaching Hub and online | 1.30pm-2.30pm (with networking aferwards)

The Claudia Parsons Memorial Series returns for International Women’s Week 2024 with Professor Ksenia Chmutina's lecture providing a personal reflection on failures, friends, and a fight for justice from a disaster scholar perspective.

Self Defence class

Tuesday 5 March | Martial Arts Centre | 12.30pm-1.30pm

This session is exclusively for Loughborough staff. It aims to boost confidence and impart valuable skills. Book via the Staff Sport section on the Lboro Sport app. This event is part of the EmpowerHER schedule.

Women in Sport: Coffee catch up

Tuesday 5 March | Edward Herbert Building Atrium | 2pm-2.30pm

Join Loughborough Sport for a coffee break with other women in sports or those aspiring to join the sports community. This is a chance to connect with like-minded individuals, gain inspiration, and forge valuable connections. There will be coffee and cake for everyone to enjoy.

Beginners Volleyball (MyLifestyle)

Tuesday 5 March | New Victory Hall, Holywell Sports Complex | 6pm-7pm

Come along and build your skills with guided support in a fun, carefree and encouraging environment. This session is open to women and non-binary staff and students. Book via the Lboro Sport app. This event is part of the EmpowerHER schedule.

International Women's Day Campus March

Wednesday 6 March | Hazlerigg Fountain | 12.30pm-1.30pm

Loughborough Students' Union will be joining Maia on a march around campus, starting and ending at Hazlerigg Fountain, to mark International Women's Day and to embody the theme of inspiring inclusion.

Maia: Connect over Coffee (London)

Wednesday 6 March | Future Space, London and online | 3pm-4pm

Come and grab a drink, find out more about Maia, and meet other members. This is also an opportunity to discuss ways you can get involved in the Maia network and input into the planned photography project happening in the Spring.

IMS Women's Super Series Football - Final

Wednesday 6 March | Loughborough University Stadium | Kick off: 1.30pm and 4.15pm

Head down to the stadium to support our women footballers. The Super Series final will see an all-women line-up, including referees, lineswomen and commentators. No booking required. This event is part of the EmpowerHER schedule.

Maia: Connect over coffee

Wednesday 6 March | Online | 3pm-3.30pm

Take a half-hour break from the day, grab a drink and come and join in with our informal connect over coffee online.

Maia: Doctoral Researchers: Connect over coffee

Thursday 7 March | Edward Herbert Building Atrium | 11am-12pm

This event will hosted by Doctoral Researchers and is an opportunity to build connections with others by engaging in relaxed discussions, on topics including gender equity and research areas across the institution.

Women self-defence session

Thursday 7 March | Martial Arts Centre | 12.30pm-1.30pm

This session is exclusively for students and aims to boost confidence and impart valuable skills. Please book via the Lboro Sport app. This event is part of the EmpowerHER schedule.

Beginners Basketball (MyLifestyle)

Thursday 7 March | New Victory Hall, Holywell Sports Complex | 6pm-7pm

Join this session exclusively for women and non-binary staff and students. Enhance your skills with expert guidance in a supportive setting. Book via the Lboro Sport App. This event is part of the EmpowerHER schedule.

UV Zumba: EmpowerHER finale event

Friday 8 March | Martin Hall Theatre | 12.30pm-1.30pm

Women and non-binary students and staff are invited to this event led by our friendly activators. Come and dance along with UV and disco lights. Book via the Lboro Sport App. This event is part of the EmpowerHER schedule.

Maia: International Women's Day walk (London campus)

Friday 8 March | Meet at the London campus | 12pm-1pm

Come along for an International Women's Day walk along the canal side, where we come together to create a safe space for women and allies. Take some time out of your day to connect with others and honour women's achievements worldwide.

Maia: Navigating power dynamics in academic settings for early careers: International staff and students

Friday 8 March | 3pm-4pm

A Maia session hosted by Social Impact and Inclusivity Manager Lisa Brooks-Lewis. Please email l.foulkes@Lboro.ac.uk for the calendar invite.

Maia: Movie and pizza night

Friday 8 March | 4.30pm-8.30pm | Pilkington Library

To mark the end of a week of exciting events for International Women's Day, the Maia Network is hosting this movie and pizza night. Children are welcome but please let us know in advance so we can screen a suitable film.

Beginners Ultimate Frisbee (MyLifestyle)

Friday 8 March | New Victory Hall, Holywell Sports Complex | 6pm-7pm

Celebrate International Women's Day with our final MyLifestyle session of the week.This session is exclusively for women and non-binary individuals. Embrace inclusivity and active participation as we come together to enjoy the fun ultimate frisbee has to offer. Book via the Lboro Sport App. This event is part of the EmpowerHER schedule.

Allyship Series: How to Be an Ally...to People Experiencing Menopause

Friday 15 March | EHB110b, Edward Herbert Building | 3pm-4pm

This is a panel event hosted as part of the ongoing ‘Voices of Diversity Series’.