International Women’s Day 2025

International Women’s Day embraces the theme “Accelerate Action”, urging us to move from awareness to tangible change. It’s not just about celebrating women’s achievements - it's about creating the future we want to see. It’s about consciously creating an inclusive culture that empowers everyone to thrive.

Aligned with the United Nations theme, “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment,” the focus is on unlocking equal rights and opportunities for all, empowering the next generation as catalysts for lasting change.

In order for us to achieve equality for all, we need to accelerate action.

Discover how Breath Beings can help your organization Accelerate Action this International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025

Accelerate action: What does this mean?

Let’s accelerate our commitment towards Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

Commitment towards creating equitable policies and processes
Commitment towards consciously programming for a diverse workforce
Commitment towards setting up a DEI council and a DEI Charter
Commitment towards empowering underestimated talent in the workplace
Commitment towards creating Employee resource groups and driving inclusion action
Commitment towards self awareness of bias, judgements and preconceived notions

Theatre Based Workshops to accelerate inclusion

Making of an Ally

Making of an AllyDiscover the journey of allyship through theatrical experience.
Accelerates action by:

Understanding the ripple effect of allyship in leadership.

Nukkad Natak: Accelerating Inclusion

Nukkad Natak: Accelerating InclusionStreet theatre performance which addresses the systemic barriers and provides practical strategies to foster inclusion at the workplace.
Accelerates action by:

Translating DEIB concepts to relatable, everyday actions.

Kaun Banega Bias Free

Kaun Banega Bias FreeInteractive, theatre-based game show where participants uncover biases and learn how to counteract them.
Accelerates action by:

Covering the various types of unconscious biases and how to work with them.

Get in touch to accelerate action this International Women’s Day.

Let’s accelerate advocacy

Advocating for pay parity in the workplace
Advocating by sponsoring women talent and other underestimate groups in the workplace
Advocating for Inclusion as leaders, managers and employees
Becoming a visible ally

Films and Gamified Learning Workshops

Flip the Script: Action-Oriented Allyship

Flip the Script: Action-Oriented AllyshipAn interactive session where employees and managers work through workplace scenarios to understand the various unconscious biases that take place in an organization.
Accelerates action by:

Covers unconscious bias and helps in fostering an inclusive mindset.

Allyship Unpacked

Allyship UnpackedExplore allyship through compelling short films that highlight real-life challenges.
Accelerates action by:

Helps employees understand the importance of Allyship on team dynamics.

Ally Wizard Quiz

Ally Wizard QuizThis multi-level, gamified quiz engages employees in learning DEIB concept and allyship, players earn badges for progressing through the levels.
Accelerates action by:

Helps in understanding the concepts of DEIB and Allyship.

Let’s accelerate allyship

Let’s demonstrate curiosity
Let’s show up with empathy for each other
Let’s speak up with courage to call out bias
Let’s encourage vulnerable and authentic conversations
Let’s be vocal about Inclusion and inspire a culture of trust and safety

Amplifying DEIB

Signature Programme

Gifts of Inclusion: Micro learning to accelerate Inclusion

A thoughtfully designed communication pack featuring animations, videos, playbooks, and audio materials to inspire employees to reflect on biases, privileges, and microaggressions.

Panel Conversations: Accelerating Actions Together

Leaders, DEIB experts and panelists discuss action-oriented strategies for making the workplace more inclusive.

Brand Conscious

Workshops for Marketing, Brand teams and Internal comms teams on ensuring Inclusive Communication across stakeholder groups

Infusing Inclusion

Ensure TA teams and HR teams are Inclusion trained to create equitable processes and inspire inclusion across various touch points in the talent life cycle

International Women’s Day is more than just a celebration - it’s a global movement. Since its inception, it has stood as a powerful reminder of the courage and determination of women fighting for their rights and striving for gender equality, while building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive world.

Observed every year on March 8, IWD brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate achievements and advocate for equity. Whether it’s acknowledging the trailblazers of the past or empowering the leaders of tomorrow, this day bridges generations and cultures with one clear message: Equality for All.

Importance and History
of the Day

134 years. That’s how long it could take to close the gender gap.

Scary? Yes.

Unattainable? No.

Not if we think differently. And Accelerate Action.

This International Women’s Day, the theme ‘Accelerate Action’ is a powerful reminder that any progress in gender equality requires urgency, intention, and action.

Despite women making up nearly half the global workforce, only 29% hold managerial roles. From championing women’s leadership to closing pay gaps and fostering digital inclusion, there are clear, actionable steps organizations can take to make a real impact and create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive world.

International Women’s Day began as a movement in the early 1900s, driven by the fight for better working conditions, voting rights, and women’s rights. It was first officially celebrated in 1911, with over a million people in Austria, Denmark, Germany, and Switzerland joining hands to demand change.

In 1975, the United Nations declared March 8 as International Women’s Day during International Women’s Year, giving the movement a global platform. Since then, it has evolved into a day of reflection, celebration, and advocacy for women’s empowerment.

In 2025, IWD remains as relevant as ever. While we’ve made significant progress, challenges like unequal pay, lack of representation, and societal biases still persist. This day is a reminder that fighting for gender equality is ongoing and that every step forward is a victory worth celebrating women’s achievements.

Workshops for Women

Personal Branding and Networking

Help women in your organization build strong professional brands and networks that enhance their influence and career trajectory.
Accelerates action by:

Positioning women as visible leaders and contributors to business success.

Resilience

Equip women with tools to navigate high-pressure situations and thrive in competitive environments.
Accelerates action by:

Builds resilience as a key leadership competency.

Body Confidence

Encourage self-confidence and authentic leadership through workshops on body confidence and professional presence.
Accelerates action by:

Empowers women to lead with authenticity and confidence.

Storytelling Skills

Make women learn how to use storytelling to inspire teams, influence decisions, and lead with impact.
Accelerates action by:

Strengthens women’s communication and advocacy skills.

Conflict Management

An interactive workshop teaching women to navigate workplace conflicts with clarity, confidence, and collaboration.
Accelerates action by:

Enhancing communication, building resilience, and transforming challenges into opportunities.

Executive Presence

A theatre-inspired workshop empowering women to lead confidently, communicate authentically, and create a lasting impact through Presence, Passion, Perspective, Poise, and Projection.
Accelerates action by:

Boosting confidence, enhancing visibility, and equipping women to lead with authority.

Self Awareness through psychodrama

An experiential workshop helping women build self-awareness, manage emotions, set boundaries, and communicate assertively through role-play and reflection.
Accelerates action by:

Understanding the ripple effect of allyship in leadership.

Creative Problem Solving

Learn how to harness creativity to solve challenge and achieve breakthrough results in your professional space.
Accelerates action by:

Empowering women to think outside the box, fostering innovative solutions and driving transformative results in the workplace.

The Evolution of Women's Rights

Breaking Barriers in Voting Rights (1900s)

Women in countries like New Zealand, Finland, and the United States achieved suffrage, paving the way for political empowerment.

Recognizing Gender Equality (1945)

The United Nations Charter became the first international agreement to affirm equal rights for women and men.

Fighting for Equal Pay
(1963)

The Equal Pay Act marked a critical milestone in addressing wage disparities.

Creating a Global Framework (1979)

The UN adopted the CEDAW treaty, which serves as an international bill of rights for women.

Empowering Women Worldwide (1995)

The Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action set a bold agenda for advancing women’s rights globally.

Establishing UN Women
(2010)

The creation of this dedicated UN entity accelerated global efforts toward gender equality.

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Accelerating Safe Workplaces

Interactive and engaging workshops that sensitise managers and employees and how to create safe and inclusive workplaces. These sessions build awareness about zero tolerance for harassment in the workplace.

Theatre based workshops: Speak Up
Film Based workshop: Zero Tolerance
Workshops for IC members

Frequently asked questions

Focus on empowerment and inclusivity through workshops, panel discussions, and programs that address systemic challenges. Engage all genders in meaningful conversations about equity and inclusion.

Examples: Interrupting women in meetings or labeling assertive behavior as "bossy."
Address them by training employees to recognize microaggressions, fostering open conversations, and creating clear reporting mechanisms.

Include them in program design, use inclusive language, and offer policies that affirm their needs, like gender-neutral restrooms and healthcare support.

It builds trust, encouraging women to share experiences and concerns without fear of retaliation. Managers play a key role in fostering open dialogue and listening empathetically.

Offer targeted training programs, mentorship opportunities, and visible sponsorship to support women in advancing their careers. Set measurable goals for increasing women’s representation in leadership and track progress.

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Experiences

Being Safe

Diversity & Inclusion

Gifts of Inclusion

Women Leadership Acceleration

International Women’s Day 2025

Let’s accelerate our commitment towards Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

Let’s accelerate advocacy

Let’s accelerate allyship