International Women’s Day in Northern Ireland to focus on phenomenal women of the pandemic

This year’s International Women’s Day in Northern Ireland will focus on the ‘phenomenal women’ who have made an impact on society during the pandemic and beyond.
By Helen McGurk
Published 23rd Feb 2021, 12:24 BST
Updated 24th Feb 2021, 06:59 BST
Danielle Roberts, Reclaim the AgendaDanielle Roberts, Reclaim the Agenda
Danielle Roberts, Reclaim the Agenda

Covid-19 restrictions mean that all activity will take place online but Reclaim the Agenda will be hosting a programme of free events from March 1-4.

Danielle Roberts, (pictured), co-chair of Reclaim the Agenda, said: “There has been a lot of talk about ‘the new normal’ recently, but why should we settle for going back to normal? We’ve a chance to reshape society into one that is more equal for everyone.”

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The rally, which normally includes a march from Writer’s Square to City Hall, will move online on Saturday, March 6 from 11am to 12.30pm with an interactive programme including speeches by some phenomenal women.

“We want to encourage women to wear their feminist swag, make placards and join in the fun and entertainment from their living rooms. We are celebrating all the phenomenal women who have rallied during the pandemic, from healthcare and other essential workers, to those home-schooling, caring and volunteering, and all the activists driving change,” Danielle added.

Over the fortnight there are more than 20 events celebrating the role of women and the fight for equality in Northern Ireland and across the world.

*For more information go to www.reclaimtheagenda.com. #IWDNI21

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