International Women's Day 2026 Luncheon in Sydney

When: March 5, 2026

Where: Sydney, Australia

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International Women’s Day Luncheon 2026

Give To Gain

Sydney Hills Business Chamber

Thursday 5 March 2026
12.00pm start
The Fiddler

The Sydney Hills Business Chamber is proud to present our new marquee event for 2026, the International Women’s Day Luncheon, aligned with the global theme Give To Gain.

Together, we have an opportunity to help forge gender equality through generous giving and by articulating all the ways we can give.

The International Women’s Day 2026 theme, Give To Gain, encourages a mindset of generosity, collaboration and shared responsibility. It reminds us that progress is built through reciprocity and support.

Give To Gain reinforces that giving is not a subtraction. It is intentional multiplication. When individuals, organisations and communities give generously through time, knowledge, visibility, advocacy, education, mentoring, resources or support, opportunities for women increase. When women thrive, we all rise.

This luncheon is an invitation to explore what that looks like in practice for women and for our broader community, including our male peers. Through lived experience, leadership and story, our speakers will reflect on how contributing to women’s advancement creates a more supportive, connected and equitable world.

Our 2026 Speakers

Mayor Michelle Byrne
Mayor of The Hills Shire Council
Bringing a civic and community perspective on how leadership, policy and representation can unlock opportunity and create lasting change for women.

Katherine Pincyzuk
Mindfulness Expert
Exploring the inner foundations of equality and how awareness, emotional intelligence and presence strengthen leadership and resilience.

Heidi Castillo
Fitness Expert
Sharing how physical strength, energy and self belief empower women to show up fully in their lives and leadership.

Henrietta Scheffer
Finance for Women Expert
Highlighting the power of financial literacy and confidence in creating agency, choice and generational security.

Allison Attard
Philanthropy and Charity Leadership
Speaking on her leadership across multiple charitable organisations, including Pink Ink Australia, and how intentional giving can create profound and lasting impact for women.

Elizabeth Peare
Young Hills Woman in Business and Venue Partner, The Fiddler
Representing the next generation of women shaping local business, hospitality and community connection in the Hills.

Each speaker represents a different expression of giving and a different form of gain. Together, they create a strong and cohesive narrative for the day.

This luncheon is designed for business owners, leaders, professionals, community members and allies who are ready to reflect, connect and take action.

It is not six separate talks. It is one shared message, expressed through six distinct and powerful voices.

We invite you to join us and consider one simple question:

What can you give to help advance gender equality in your own life, business and community?

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