International Women’s Day Hull
8th March 2009 from 9:00 – 17:00
Queen’s Dock Chambers, Queens Dock Avenure, Hull, HU1 3DR
International Women’s Day is an occasion marked by women’s groups around the world. This date is also commemorated at the United Nations and is designated in many countries as a national holiday. When women on all continents, often divided by national boundaries and by ethnic, linguistic, cultural, economic and political differences, come together to celebrate their Day, they can look back to a tradition that represents at least nine decades of struggle for equality, justice, peace and development. The idea of an International Women’s Day first arose at the turn of the century, which in the industrialized world was a period of expansion and turbulence, booming population growth and radical ideologies. The event originated in 1909 and continues to be celebrated every year worldwide.
Organised by Hull Women’s Centre which is run by women for women and provides information services and activities that will enable women to take control of their lives. Hull Women’s Centre is a registered charity and is a place especially for women and their children
