International Women’s Day 2022 London: IWD events near me celebrating women’s achievements and equality

International Women’s Day is aimed at breaking down social barriers and creating a gender equal world.

Many events are held globally, to commemorate the day and empower women.

Here’s a rundown of some of the events happening in London celebrating International Women’s Day 2022.

Women of the World

Women of the World is a three-day festival held at the famous Southbank Centre in London.

The festival celebrates the power and potential of women globally, and confronts the main causes of inequality.

The event begins on Friday, March 11 and ends on Sunday, March 13.

You can undergo speed mentoring, and hear stories from women around the world.

There are a wide variety of events for you to attend and while some will be admission free, the more popular showpieces will require a ticket and some have sold out already.

Address: Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London SE1 8XX. - www.womenoftheworld.com

International Women’s Day Networking Lunch

This event is being held at King’s College, London and is aimed at women making connections within industries and celebrating their successes.

You can register your interest at the event on Eventbrite.

This networking event is currently sold-out but there is the option to join a waiting.

The event is at 1pm and will end at 5pm on Tuesday, March 8.

Address: Bush House, Strand Campus, London - https://www.kcl.ac.uk/news/iwd/index

London St Pancras - Opera Hall

The busy station, one of the most infamous in the UK, is transforming into a stage of new train-themed micro-operas by female composers.

This is happening for just one day only, Tuesday, March 8.

It is estimated that approximately 149,000 people pass through London St Pancras per day, so this is a great way to promote female composers.

The event is titled ‘Lost and Found’ and will run from 11am and 4pm.

Address: Euston Rd, London N1C 4QP - https://stpancras.com/news-events

Westminster Walking Tour

This event will begin at the Agatha Christie memorial on Cranbourn street, and will cover the memorials of women around the city, ranging in different periods in history.

On this tour you will visit the memorials of women who have contributed to Literature, Nursing, Royal History, Politics, Campaigners, Women in War Time and at each stop, your tour guide will explain the significance of the women.

There is one remaining date for this tour, as it also took place prior to International Women’s Day, but there is still one date left.

The remaining date for this tour is on Wednesday, March 9 and will begin at 3pm, ending at :

Tickets are £22.15 and can be purchased from Eventbrite.

Wednesday, March 9 (3pm - 5:30pm)

Address: (Start position) Agatha Christie memorial, Cranbourn Street, London, WC2H 9JZ - www.freetoursbyfoot.com/free-westminster-tour/