Join us this March as Greater Manchester comes together to celebrate the women who lead, inspire, and drive change across our communities
GM Business Growth Hub will host the first event in our International Women’s Day series on Friday 13th March at Ram Mill in Oldham. With the UN theme #BalanceTheScales at the heart of this year’s event, we’re celebrating fairness, opening doors to opportunity, and uniting people to remove the barriers that hold women and girls back
Inspiring Panel Conversations
Hear from trailblazers, local leaders, and women in business as they share their journeys. Our two panels will explore:
- How we dismantle systemic barriers
- What action-focused leadership looks like
- Creating safer, fairer, more inclusive communities
- Unlocking opportunities for women and girls
Women‑led business expo
Discover female-led start-ups, social enterprises and community organisations from across Greater Manchester. Expect:
- Hands‑on demonstrations
- Opportunities to meet founders
- Space to network and collaborate
- To learn ways to support women‑led businesses and VCFSE (Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise) organisations
Networking Opportunities
Connect with passionate individuals and organisations championing equality and opportunity. Build relationships, share ideas and spark collaborations that make a difference.
We’re keen to encourage school and college students, community members, VCFSE organisations, entrepreneurs and start‑ups join us on the day.
Who’s the Event For?
Our IWD event is free and open to anyone passionate about equality and opportunity in Greater Manchester.
Secure Your Spot
Don’t miss this chance to be part of a powerful day of conversation, collaboration and celebration.
Register now and join us in creating a fairer, more inclusive Greater Manchester.
This Event will have photography and videography taking place during the Event, please do let a member of staff know if you do not wish to appear in any media
Eligibility for individual attendees is 16+ and based in Greater Manchester. Please note that organised school and college groups may include students under 16 who will be supervised by their accompanying staff.
GM Business Growth Hub is part-funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The £7.5m funding has been made possible thanks to Greater Manchester Combined Authority securing funding to deliver UKSPF projects.
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