Every year on 8 March, thousands of events are held throughout the world to inspire women and girls, celebrate women's achievements and shine a spotlight on gender inequality.
Get involved
Join us for discussion, information and debate in our online meetings thought March.
Women’s History – Wednesday, 10 March, 5.30-7pm
The fight for social justice in the trade union movement and society, with stories of our union’s legacy of women activists and how we use lessons from the past in our work today. We discuss the life and legacy of Mary McArthur, the fight for a minimum wage for women chain makers, the history of women activists and the media.
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Women’s Work – Wednesday, 17 March, 5.30-7pm
What is the impact of Covid-19 on women in work. We discuss the burden of unpaid work and women’s mental health in a time of crisis. What is the future for women in the workplace and how do we prepare our pupils for the changing world ahead?
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Women’s Education – Wednesday, 24 March, 5.30-7pm
The NEU Education Recovery Plan and how this works for women and girls. We look at promoting gender equality and feminism in schools, making women and girls visible across all key stages and subject areas and ensuring sexist stereotypes don’t hold girls back.
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Women’s Union – Wednesday, 31 March, 5.30-7pm
What’s the union ever done for women? We look at how to deal with imposter syndrome and taking up space, engaging young members in the democratic structure and proportional representation of our membership.
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Join our Women’s Networks
The NEU Women’s Organising Forum is a group of elected representatives that work together to make the world a better place for all and to improve the experience for women working in education.
Local women’s networks exist to provide women with advice, support and information on dealing with issues in the workplace. It’s a great way to share ideas and stay informed about what is going on in your district and/or branch. If you are interested in joining or starting a local network for women in your area, please email women@neu.org.uk
Celebrate women in the union
Find out more about women’s contributions to the trade union movement and to society.