As part of its Inspiring Women initiative, the University will be showcasing, during March, the range of successful and inspiring women that it has working, studying and supporting Swansea University both past and present, across all departments and at a variety of levels in their career.

International Women's Day is a global day celebrating the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. Read more on the official IWD website.

Facts about International Women’s Day:  

• It is celebrated every year on 8^th March.
• It is a general celebration as a mark of respect and appreciation of women, and gender equality.
• It has been recognised since the early 1900’s and has been growing ever since.
• In some countries, including Afghanistan, China and Russia, International Women’s Day is an official holiday for women.
• In some countries, including Croatia, Bulgaria and Romania, the custom is for men to give flowers (or a small gift) to the women in their life, e.g. mother, sister, grandmother, wife, and girlfriend.

For more information contact Charlie James, Equal Opportunities, Swansea University on Charlotte.james@swansea.ac.uk