International Women’s Day: 8 March 2026

#IWD2026

The Australian National University (ANU) celebrates women every day and particularly on International Women's Day (IWD). In the events and stories featured below, the University seeks to engage with the important conversations about gender equity and the issues facing women in all walks of life.

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Careers in an evolving world

Join the ANU Agrifood Innovation Institute (AFII), the ARC Training Centre for Future Crops Development, and the ANU Gender Institute on Thursday 5…

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International Women's Day Group Fitness Classes

To celebrate International Women's Day, ANU Sport is offering FREE Group Fitness Classes for female identifying participants from 8 - 14 March. This…

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Panel: Women in Leadership – Balancing the Scales

On Wednesday 11 March, 6–7pm, enjoy a panel bringing together women whose leadership spans community advocacy and public life, exploring more…

Catherine Liddle, Justice Louise Taylor, Dr Lisa Conway

First Nations Women Leaders in Public Policy Lecture 2026

This event explores the leadership of First Nations women in shaping public policy within and beyond government, highlighting lived experience and…

Headshots of four women involved in a panel for International Women's Day 2026

Pamela Denoon Lecture 2026: Gender, Peace and Security Panel

The Pamela Denoon Lecture is an important annual feminist lecture held in March of each year to celebrate International Women’s Day. It focuses on…

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University's first Gender Equity Strategy

International Women's Day serves as a poignant reminder that there is an ongoing global struggle for gender equity and a need for concerted efforts…

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Gender Equality online Pulse module

Take part in an online module to better understand Gender Equality at ANU.

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Strengthening Gender Equality at Our University

Learn more about the University's WGEA targets engagement and consultation

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Updates to gender data collection at ANU

Read detailed changes to how gender data is collected and used in ANU staff and student systems.

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Gender inclusive language

This fact sheet provides information on how our language can be exclusionary and guidance on using gender inclusive language.