Happy International Women's Week!

Join us in Palmerston for a week of empowering events to celebrate International Women’s Day from 3rd - 8th March.

With this years theme 'March Forward' highlighting the steps needed to achieve gender equality.  

Together, lets celebrate creativity, health and discussion by networking and workshopping. We call for action that can unlock equal rights, power and opportunities for all and a feminist future where no one is left behind.

Central to this vision is empowering the next generation – youth, particularly young women and adolescent girls – as catalysts for lasting change. Together, we can be the generation to close the gap to achieve gender equality.

Some events require registration.

Mon 3 March - Basic Rights at Work: NT Working Women's Centre

Time: 10:30am - 12pm
Venue: City of Palmerston Library Community Room

Run by NT Working Women’s Centre the session aims to assist people to understand their rights in the workplace, where these rights at work come from, what they can do, what your boss should and should not do and the protections you have as a worker. It will help answer questions like, ‘what is a payslip’, ‘what leave can I take’, ‘how do I know my pay is right’, and ‘what can I do if I am feeling bullied, harassed or unsafe at work’

Proudly brought to you by NT Working Women's Centre

Tues 4 March - SWELL Women: Stronger Together

Time: 12pm - 3pm
Venue: SWELL

GIRLS ONLY CLUB! On Tuesday, 4th March, come, and join us at SWELL Palmerston for a Women only event that has something for everyone. With a free aqua aerobics class, a water safety class for mums and children, stalls and information from providers around Palmerston and some yummy food, we would love to have you.

Proudly brought to you by Belgravia

Wed 5 March - Beyond the Books: Marching Forward in Art

Time: 4pm - 430pm
Venue: City of Palmerston Library

Celebrate creativity at the opening of Beyond the Books: Marching Forward in Art, a community exhibition. Featuring artworks from a public call-out and submissions from Art Jam/STEPS Group, this showcase highlights local artistic talent and storytelling.
Drop by, join a class, and explore what’s available in your community!

Proudly brought to you by City of Palmerston

Thur 6 March - STEPs Group Garden Party

Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Venue: Gray Community Hall

Join us for the STEPS Garden Party to celebrate International Women’s Day! Enjoy a garden showcase, hands-on activities like basket weaving and crafts, and live music by Tracy Bunn and storytelling. Savour a multicultural lunch prepared by local migrant women and visit Team Health on-site.

For more info call: STEPS Group at 79225700

Click HERE to register

Fri 7 March - Weave the Future: Young Women's Leadership Workshop

Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Venue: Palmerston Recreation Centre

An empowering workshop where young women explore leadership through creativity, conversation and hands-on activities. Join yarning circles, make your own unique jewelry, try traditional weaving, and hear from inspiring guest speakers. Enjoy afternoon tea while connecting, learning and gaining confidence in a fun and supportive space!

For more info call PaRBA on 0418 797 770

Sat 8 March - STRIVE: Women Pushing Through Boundaries

Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Venue: Palmerston Golf Club

STRIVE: Women Pushing Through Boundaries is a women’s networking forum dedicated to connection, empowerment, and growth. This special edition celebrates International Women’s Day 2025 under the theme “March Forward’ as part of City of Palmerston’s International Women’s week celebrations. 
Join us for an inspiring event filled with real conversations, shared experiences, and practical insights to help women from move forward together. Let’s celebrate, connect, and uplift each other!

Activities to look forward to: Lived experience panel discussion, Wellbeing Interactions, information sharing (organisational stalls) and light lunch.

For more info call Vibrant Diverse Cultures Inc on 8931 2247.

This event costs $10 per person and must be booked through Eventbrite HERE

These events are thanks to the IWD working group that is: Northern Territory Government, City of Palmerston, City of Palmerston Library, Belgravia, STEPS Group, PaRBA, NT Working Women’s Shelter and Vibrant Diverse Cultures Inc.