International Women’s Day Expo for Women & Girls: Press for Progress
International Women’s Day is on Thursday, March 8, and the theme is #PressForProgress. This year’s march is raising awareness of issues affecting women and girls, and demanding legislative changes to recognize women’s rights and human rights.
***WEAR PURPLE IF YOU CAN***
No means no, and only yes means yes. Rape is rape, no matter where it occurs, who is involved, what religion they practice, or how much time passes before it is reported. Bodily autonomy is necessary, and must be supported by all institutions and influencers. We are all responsible for creating a culture of consent.
Stand in solidarity with us at the Eastern Parade. Join us in taking our message to the streets. Lead the way to where we’ll spend the day, at the Expo for Women & Girls at The Dundas. Bring friends and family to engage organizers, experts, and practitioners, and participate in free workshops. It all begins with the #PressForProgress march at 9am.
**ROUTE**
Assemble on the Eastern Parade. March east on East Bay Street; south on Mackey Street; end at The Dundas on Mackey Street. We’ll go directly into the Tiny Talk Speaker Series and Expo.
**SIGNS**
Don’t forget to bring your sign! Want to work with others to make signs? Come to our sign-making event on Thursday.
After the march, the expo from 10am to 3pm starts with the Tiny Talks Speaker Series. Hear from organizations, experts, and practitioners about what they do, why, and how they can help you. Then the workshops begin with a variety of options from yoga and art therapy to eating well on a budget and bystander intervention training. Gain practical skills, knowledge you can share with family members and loved ones, and a better idea of the resources available to you here, in The Bahamas. Please note that this is a family-friendly event, and intentionally centers women and girls. Watch this page for updates on speakers and workshops.
There’ll be food and drinks for sale on site, but entry and access to the resources and activities is free. It’s a great way to celebrate International Women’s Day!