Discover what's happening. Find what inspires you.

Look out for an expanding collection of IWD news, insights and perspectives contributed by organizations and individuals worldwide in the lead-up to IWD 2027.

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A world of possibilities

Great ideas, inspiring people, meaningful initiatives, and new opportunities are out there. What might you discover?

Sometimes, the most valuable opportunities begin with a little curiosity.

An interesting event introduces you to a new perspective.

An inspiring speaker challenges your thinking.

A community initiative offers an approach worth exploring.

Or an unexpected connection opens a door you hadn't considered.

Around the world, people and organizations are finding creative and practical ways to celebrate women's achievements and advance gender equality.

And there's plenty worth discovering.
 

Explore people, ideas, and opportunities

Explore a wide range of IWD activities, expertise, resources and organizations contributing to women's advancement worldwide.

Whether you're planning an IWD celebration, researching an important issue, or simply looking for inspiration, explore what's available and check back as new opportunities and resources are added in the lead-up to IWD 2027.
 

• Discover IWD events
  
  Find events around the world, explore different approaches to celebrating IWD, and discover opportunities to attend or participate.
   

• Meet inspiring speakers
  
  Find people sharing expertise, experiences, and perspectives that can inform, challenge, and inspire audiences.
   

• Support meaningful causes
  
  Learn about nonprofits working to improve opportunities, safety, and equality for women and girls.
   

• Find women-owned businesses
  
  Discover suppliers offering services for events and other occasions, while supporting women's economic participation.
   

• Explore knowledge and resources
  
  Find practical tools, useful information, and ideas to support IWD activities and ongoing gender equality initiatives.
   

Look beyond the familiar

One of the most rewarding aspects of discovery is encountering something unexpected.

A grassroots project in another country might offer a fresh solution to a familiar challenge.

A different industry might be addressing an issue in ways you hadn't considered.

Someone else's experience might help you see an opportunity from a new angle.

Looking beyond familiar networks and approaches can broaden our understanding of what's possible.

It's also a valuable part of the IWD 2027 Progress Parity campaign, which encourages us to recognize advancement, share knowledge, and build on approaches that help move gender equality forward.
 

What will you discover?

You don't always need to start with a fully conceived plan.

Sometimes, curiosity is enough.

Explore something new.

Follow an interesting idea.

Find people and organizations whose work resonates with you.

Your next great idea, valuable connection, or opportunity to make a difference might be just one discovery away.

Be curious. Explore widely. Discover what's possible.