International Women’s Day happens each year on 8th March, and this year’s theme is #BreakTheBias. Below are extracts from the International Women’s Day website which will give you some idea about the meaning of #BreakTheBias and what we can each do to help.

Imagine a gender equal world.
A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination.
A world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive.
A world where difference is valued and celebrated.
Together we can forge women’s equality.
Collectively we can all #BreakTheBias.
What are some ways we can uncover our own biases?
- Start with yourself! Reflect on your own stereotypes, prejudices, and discrimination. …
- Educate yourself. A few great resources: …
- Practice mindfulness. Pay attention to the thoughts and associations you have about people with different characteristics and identities.

- Individually, we’re all responsible for our own thoughts and actions – all day, every day.
- We can break the bias in our communities.
- We can break the bias in our workplaces.
- We can break the bias in our schools, colleges and universities.
- Together, we can all break the bias – on International Women’s Day (IWD) and beyond.
Read more here – https://www.internationalwomensday.com/Theme