Hashtag: #IWD2017
Video: PLP Launch Women’s Caucus Initiative
The PLP announced the launch of their Women’s Caucus today [March 8], saying the “goal is the inclusion of all women no matter their education level, race, or political status.” The PLP said that the Women’s Caucus will hold their launch event on Saturday March 18th, and all women, not just party members, are welcome to attend the initial... Read more of this article
PWC Report On Winning Fight For Female Talent
To mark International Women’s Day [IWD], PwC released a new report – Winning the fight for female talent: How to gain the diversity edge through inclusive recruitment – which looks at what employers can do to attract and retain female talent and underscores the importance of embedding diversity and inclusion into the employer brand. PwC surveyed... Read more of this article
Minister Jeff Baron Joins Women’s Day Walk
Earlier today, the Minister of National Security Jeff Baron took part in the International Women’s Day walk – an event acknowledging the important role of women in our community. Each year on March 8th, International Women’s Day is observed, serving as an opportunity for thousands of global events to be held to mark the economic, political... Read more of this article
Strong Role Of Women In Building Island’s Future
“I hope that the strong role of women in building this island’s future will continue, achieving an inclusive Bermuda to which we all aspire,” Governor John Rankin said today. “Today, 8 March, countries around the world celebrate International Women’s Day,” the Governor said. “It is a day where women are recognised for... Read more of this article
Photos: International Women’s Day Celebrations
Crowds of people gathered in Hamilton today [March 8], as Bermuda celebrated International Women’s Day, which is taking place this year under the theme of “Be Bold for Change.” The event was organized by the Bermuda Women’s Day Committee and Ernst & Young, and got underway at City Hall and continued with a march through Hamilton. Bermuda... Read more of this article
Minister Outerbridge: International Women’s Day
Minister of Social Development and Sports Nandi Outerbridge expressed her “support and encouragement to the women of Bermuda on International Women’s Day 2017.” “Each year International Women’s Day [IWD] is celebrated worldwide on March 8th and celebrates the social, political and economic achievements of women while calling... Read more of this article
Column: Reflecting On Women’s Rights, Progress
[Opinion column written by Glenn Fubler] On this ‘International Women’s Day’ we pause to reflect on the rights of women in society. Over history, across the globe, women have been disadvantaged by unfair male domination- a system of ‘patriarchy’. Even today in some countries girls are barred from education and women have their freedom of... Read more of this article
Women’s Day Walk: “Be Bold For Change”
From 12 to 1pm on March 8th, Bermuda will celebrate International Women’s Day and raise awareness of Women’s Rights with a peaceful one mile walk. The walk will begin at City Hall at noon, and be lead through Hamilton by police escort, ending in Par-La-Ville park. A brown bag lunch will be available for purchase for $10 from Bulli Social, and proceeds... Read more of this article
