International Women’s Day 2026

International Women's Day 2026

When

March 8, 2026    
All Day   (Asia/Colombo)

International Women’s Day 2026 (IWD) shines a light on work that champions gender equality, fostering diverse perspectives, enhancing innovation and ensuring fair opportunities for everyone to thrive. This year’s theme is the Give To Gain campaign, which emphasizes the power of reciprocity and support.

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