Women celebrating. Pic: Wikimedia Commons
Croydon has a range of events in the run up to International Women’s Day on March 8 to celebrate and inspire local women. Why not go along to one of the events, get inspired and celebrate your fellow women? There’s something for everyone!
Women’s networking lunch
The Women’s Company is holding this months networking lunch for Croydon’s business women where a space is offered for women to inspire each other, share their experiences, build strong relationships and grow their businesses.
Location: Yumn Brasserie, 69-71 Southend Road, Croydon
Date: 1 March
Time: 12.30pm – 2pm
Cost: £28 for non-members
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Suffragette screening and a brief history of women’s activism in Croydon
Hosted by Stanley’s Film Club as part of their unforgettable cinema experience series, the empowering Suffragette will be screened along with a brief history of women’s activism in Croydon.
Location: Stanley Halls, 12 South Norwood Hill, London, SE25 6AB
Date: March 2
Time: 7pm – 10.30pm
Cost: £7/ £5 for members
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Networking with a Difference
My OutSpace is hosting a family-friendly networking event providing quality support to female entrepreneurs. One-to-one advice sessions in areas such as: finance, insurance, tax, getting your business online, accounting and general business planning will be offered. Children are welcome; there is a play area and refreshments.
Location: My OutSpace Business Centre, 3-7 Middle Street (above Project B Cafe) Croydon CR0 1RE
Date: March 3
Time: 10am – 12pm
Cost: £5
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Croydon Council’s International Women’s Day at Matthews Yard
Hosted by Croydon Council’s Women’s Network, this event will be a celebration of International Women’s Day and the lives and achievements of Croydon’s women. The event will include talks from guest speakers, live music and performances, open mic and the Phenomenal Women photographic and creative arts exhibition in remembrance and celebration of women past and present.
Location: Matthews Yard, off Surrey Street, Croydon CR0 1FF
Date: March 8
Time: 5pm – 8pm
Cost: Free
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Make More Noise! Suffragettes in Silent film.
A screening of a fascinating selection of silent films from the BFI National Archive exploring the representation and portrayal of pioneering women on the cinema screen while their battles were still being waged on the streets outside in the first decades of the 20th century. The screening will be followed by an informal discussion.
Location: David Lean Cinema, Croydon Clocktower, Katharine Street, Croydon CR9 1ET
Date: March 8
Time: 7.30pm
Cost: £6.50 – £8
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Damsels in Success Meeting
Damsels in Success is holding this months meeting for Croydon’s women to gather and inspire, energise and support each other. The meeting creates a supportive environment for female entrepreneurs and self-employed women.
Location: Croydon Conference Centre, 5-9 Surrey Street, Croydon CR0 1RG
Date: March 11
Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm
Cost: First meeting free
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Women in History Trail
The Museum of Croydon is running a family event where visitors can explore a trail around the museum, learning all about women from Croydon who have changed history. Be sure to collect your trail from the Museum desk.
Location: Museum of Croydon, Katharine Street, Croydon CR9 1ET
Date: March 12
Time: 11am – 4pm
Cost: Free
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