Navigating today’s world is challenging, with uncertain and failing political systems, economic disparity, daily injustices and persistent inequality, while gender-based violence remains an epidemic.
Yet, women continue to stand strong on the frontlines, taking action to achieve equity and resist oppression. During International Women’s Day Week, we celebrate and recognize the beautifully diverse women in communities around the world. Every year, people come together to honour women’s achievements and advance the fight for gender equality on the global agenda.
At Battered Women’s Support Services (BWSS), we continue to strengthen community collaborations, raise awareness, and mobilize efforts to end gender-based violence while supporting and celebrating women.
We invite you to join us for International Women’s Day celebration events to honour women!
Workout for Women’s Day 2025
This International Women’s Day week, join us for Workout for Women’s Day, hosted by Stronger Together Vancouver. This heartfelt initiative brings communities together to raise $15,000 for Synchronicity: BWSS’s Second-Stage Transition House Program. Your donation will support the environment where women and children are rebuilding their lives after experiencing violence. From March 3rd to 9th, local instructors will lead various inspiring movement and workout classes. With every step, stretch, and breath, you’ll help provide ten women and their children with ongoing support in a safe place to land, heal, and thrive.
DATE: From Monday, March 3 to Sunday, March 9
TIME & LOCATION: Times and Locations May Vary
DEWC Herstory – Fundraising Gala
Join DEWC for their 9th Annual Gala, Herstory, raising awareness and support for DEWC services while celebrating the strength and power of the women they serve. A night of inspirational speakers, breathtaking performances, and as the highlight of the evening, women of the community performing their signature fashion show (with My Sister’s Closet sponsored eco-thrift fashions), an expression of their personal style and power.
DATE: Tuesday March 4
TIME: Reception at 6:00 PM – Event begins at 6:30 PM
LOCATION: D/6 Bar & Lounge @ Parq Casino, Vancouver
West Coast LEAF’s Annual 26th Equality Breakfast
The Equality Breakfast brings together community members, friends, advocates, and activists with a shared passion for gender justice. Join us as we celebrate International Women’s Day and their 40th anniversary with award-winning journalist and bestselling author, Naomi Klein and the Magik Moments Photo Booth.
DATE: Friday, March 7
TIME: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM (Doors at 6:30 AM)
LOCATION: Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
International Women’s Day March Vancouver
International Women’s Day March Vancouver works to celebrate, amplify, and fight alongside the diversity of women in our community to achieve equity and create awareness of issues self-identifying women in Vancouver face.
DATE: Saturday, March 8
TIME: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
LOCATION: Vancouver Art Gallery
