International Women's Week events Interwoven LiveSite International Women's WeekHampshire Pridehttps://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/DEBFC3E96C1041E8B23AB43EF600EF26/_9JB2673.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2017/02/25-hampshire-pride.pageSat, 25 Feb 2017 00:00:00 +0000 [2017/02/2513:002017/02/2519:30] Hampshire Pride is space for all of Hampshire to join together and celebrate the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and more community. We welcome young and old, people who see themselves as part of the community and people who are proud of their friends and family. It is also for any individual who wishes to celebrate the gifts of acceptance, love and joy that our society offers in this day and age.Women and Careers with STEM https://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/27-women-and-careers-with-stem.pageWed, 27 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0100 [2016/04/2716:002016/04/2720:00] Theano will invite some organisations that have recruited female engineers and scientists in the last couple of years. This will give our female students a great chance to meet people from industry, have a great vision on how things work inside their companies and understand the recruitment process. Free food and drinks will be provided. List of companies: TBCThe Female Form - A Talk with Artist Jemimah Cengratihttps://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/31-the-female-form.pageThu, 31 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0100 [2016/03/3119:002016/03/3121:00] Join us for an evening with artist Jemimah Canegrati in one Southampton's most exciting creative spaces to discuss and view her work on the female form, its representation and how our perceptions of it have a profound effect on our experience. All welcome! Springboard Alumni Workshop https://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/23-springboard-alumni-workshop.pageWed, 23 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/2312:302016/03/2316:00] Springboard is a world famous personal development programme through which over 230,000 women in over 30 countries have taken the opportunity to focus on their work and personal life, and to take more control. We now have approximately 200 women here who have completed the programme. This event will be a chance to network with Springboard participants, and refresh the steps you are taking to reach your personal goals. This event is open to Springboard alumni only. Please register with Maxine Hart M.Hart@soton.ac.uk Parent’s and Carers’ Network & WiSET speakers panel with Dr Sharon Strawbridge, the ÃÛÌÒTV Vice-Chancellor & othershttps://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/C1682667CF9E46628754944712B29F7D/Hands Image.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/15-sharon-strawbride-talk-and-question-and-answer-with-vice-chancellor.pageTue, 15 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/1514:002016/03/1516:00] The Parents’ and Carers' Network and Women in Science, Engineering and Technology (WiSET) are delighted to confirm our equality and diversity event will be held at 2.00pm on Tuesday 15th March 2016 organised in celebration of International Women's Day 2016. Southampton Womens' Forum (SWF) International Womens' Week Walk https://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/13-southampton-womens-forum-international-womens-week-walk.pageSun, 13 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/1314:002016/03/1315:00] Wear a dash of purple and celebrate the achievements of women around the world. This is a free event, where the first fifty women to register on the day will receive a goody bag. ‘People Like Me’: Explore How Your Daughter Can Be Happy and Successful at Work: A Workshop for Mothers and Daughters https://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/12-explore-how-your-daughter-can-be-happy-and-successful-at-work.pageSat, 12 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/1210:002016/03/1213:00] What sort of person is your daughter and where would she fit in best in her future career? In the workshop you’ll explore how her personal strengths can open up many more career choices, especially if she keeps a science and maths in her choices. Speakezee Presents... Southampton!https://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/12-speakezee-presents-southampton.pageSat, 12 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/1219:152016/03/1221:45] Join us for an evening of stimulating talks and friendly discussion – open to all! As part of a nationwide launch of public lectures and discussions, ‘Speakezee Presents…’ is coming to Southampton on Saturday 12th March at Richard Taunton College. Three fantastic researchers will engage you in their fascinating work and give an insight into the ups and downs of their personal journeys as scientists. Science and Engineering Festival https://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/12-science-and-engineering-festival.pageSat, 12 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/1210:302016/03/1216:30] Saturday 12th March 2016 brings the 14th year of the award-winning Southampton Science and Engineering Festival. This event is free and open to all. The ÃÛÌÒTV undertakes world-leading science and engineering research and teaching, allowing us to support countless enterprises and innovations that change the world for the better. From high-value manufacturing and global communications, to infrastructure construction and sustainable energy, our research impacts a huge range of areas. We invite you to find out what underpins these world changing developments at our award-winning Science and Engineering Festival. The event will be packed with opportunities for everyone to get direct experience of science and engineering across a whole range of subjects through hands-on activities, tours and shows. Speakezee+https://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/12-speakezee-plus.pageSat, 12 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/1213:002016/03/1214:00] Evolution, Vaccination and an Electronic Journey – Researchers Speak to Local Pupils at Southampton Festival Local secondary school students and their families are to attend talks and discussions on cutting edge research, given by the researchers themselves at the Southampton Science and Engineering Festival on Saturday 12th March at the ÃÛÌÒTV, Highfield Campus.Speakezee+https://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/12-speakezee-junior.pageSat, 12 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/1212:002016/03/1213:00] Evolution, Vaccination and an Electronic Journey – Researchers Speak to Local Pupils at Southampton Festival Local secondary school students and their families are to attend talks and discussions on cutting edge research, given by the researchers themselves at the Southampton Science and Engineering Festival on Saturday 12th March at the ÃÛÌÒTV, Highfield Campus.River Mumma - Folklore & Creativity Workshophttps://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/11-river-mumma.pageFri, 11 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/1109:302016/03/1111:30] Join artists Jemimah Cengrati for a Folklore & Creativity WorkshopThe Touch Network - Live Stories https://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/11-the-touch-network-live-stories.pageFri, 11 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/1119:452016/03/1122:00] Each woman has a unique story to tell, one with highs and lows that shape us into who we are today. This is an opportunity to hear from women with powerful stories to share. Researchers' Café - International Womens Week Special https://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/11-research-cafe-international-womens-week-special.pageFri, 11 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/1118:302016/03/1120:00] Listen, sip, discuss. The Researchers' Café enables researchers to meet each other and other staff, students and the public and discuss their research in an informal space. Always free to attend and no need to register Speakers include: Professor Nyovani Madise, Southampton University Lead for Equality and Diversity - Sarah Smyth, PhD student in Contemporary British Female Filmmakers - Giulia Felappi, who will be presenting on the problem of male dominated syllabi in Higher Education Overcoming the Barriers to an Active Life, Exercise, Aging & Health - Guest Speaker Chris Bellhttps://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/10-overcoming-the-barriers-to-an-active-life-exercise-aging-health.pageThu, 10 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/1017:002016/03/1019:00] There are lots of health benefits that exercise has to offer, particularly to those who suffer from injuries or sport injuries. Fortunately, most sports injuries can be treated effectively, and most people who suffer injuries can return to a satisfying level of physical activity after an injury. Even better, many sports injuries can be prevented if people take the proper precautions.History of Women Equality - Exhibition of the History of Women’s Equality from 1860 to Present Datehttps://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/10-history-of-women-equality-exhibition.pageThu, 10 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/1010:002016/03/1114:00] The exhibition aims to inform, educate and provide people with valuable insight into the determination and perseverance displayed by these women and activists in the past and the present day. It will eventually travel to other parts of the UK, unfolding the extraordinary challenges faced by ordinary individuals. Different strands of equality are introduced throughout the exhibition at stages, so you can relive the moments that caught the attention of the world. The exhibition also offers video presentations on talks of several women’s experiences with the struggles of equality and video footage from 1913 of suffragette Emily Davison throwing herself under a race horse. This event is hosted by Centric Community Projects - Open from 10am-2pm on Thursday and Friday. Going for gold with Athena SWANhttps://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/8E3F4D6E97D440F09AE5CBC2F86487AA/AS awards June 2013_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/09-athena-swan.pageWed, 09 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/0915:002016/03/0916:00] Professor Jane Hill, Associate Head of the Department of Biology, University of York, will be giving a talk on York's 'pathway to gold' to help other departments achieve Gold accreditation in Athena SWAN.Making Your Mark! Celebrating International Women's Day (part 1)https://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/08-make-your-mark.pageTue, 08 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/0810:002016/03/0812:00] Join us at the John Hansard Gallery for a creative day celebrating International Women’s Day. This FREE workshop is open to all who wish to explore their stories through mark-making/drawing with artist Lizzie Jones and Hannah Collins (10am-12pm) and storytelling with Debs Carter (1-3pm).University Challenged Semi - Finals International Womens Day Specialhttps://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/08-university-challenge-semi-finals-international-womens-day-special.pageTue, 08 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/0818:302016/03/0820:00] This event is hosted by Southampton University Public Engagement with Research Unit. This University Challenged Semi Finals will be hosted by a female quizmaster, with some international women's day themed questions. Refreshments will be provided.Private Reception of The History of Women's Equalityhttps://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/08-private-reception-the-history-of-womens-equality.pageTue, 08 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/0815:002016/03/0817:00] Milton Keynes Equality Council & Centric Community Projects are pleased to invite you to a private reception, to view the premier of a series of newly commissioned films, produced to join the exhibition "The History of Women's Equality". The films include a collaboration with Solent University's Multimedia Journalism course, with productions by Sophie Davenport, Salma Ammar, Rosemarie Melville and Emily Reason. Please SVP for attendance. Southampton Muslim Women's Network - International Women's Day Celebrationhttps://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/08-wonderful-outstanding-marvellous-adorable-nice.pageTue, 08 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/0818:002016/03/0821:00] A women's only evening of fun, laughter and networking. Please bring your female friends, neighbours, colleagues and families. Tickets need to be purchased prior to the event. (£15 per person, under 12's £10). This event is supported by Worker's Education Association (WEA).An audience with Elaine Williams, Alison Ford, and Clare O'Loghlen https://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/08-an-audience-with-elaine-williams-alison-ford-and-clare-ologhlen.pageTue, 08 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/0811:002016/03/0811:45] This talk is part of a series of events hosted by Wessex Institute. An audience with Elaine Williams, Alison Ford, and Clare O'Loghlen. They work for the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR). The Wessex Institute provides high-quality, practice-based research to support decision makers in health and healthcare. They have particular expertise in added-value health research management and in health technology assessment. This event is open to all, and no booking is necessary. Mentoring with Nicola Englyst and Catherine Pope - An Introduction to Springboardhttps://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/08-mentoring-with-nicola-englyst-and-intro-to-springboard.pageTue, 08 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/0810:002016/03/0811:00] This talk is part of a series of events hosted by Wessex Institute as part of their Springboard event. Mandy Hickson, First Women Fighter Pilot Talkhttps://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/08-mandy-hickson-first-women-fighter-pilot-talk.pageTue, 08 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/0812:002016/03/0813:00] This talk is part of a series of events hosted by Wessex Institute. Mandy Hickson is a former Royal Air Force fast jet pilot. As one of the first female pilots on her frontline Tornado GR4 squadron, flying multi-million pound fast jets for the Royal Air Force, she worked in a constantly challenging, yet exhilarating environment. She offers a unique insight into this elite world, supported by anecdotes about her time on the front line. Throughout, she demonstrates only too well the importance of remaining calm under pressure and leading, quite literally, from the front, in order to get the best from herself and her team. Mandy brings a wealth of insights from her years serving on the operational front line, where a keen sense of humour has been the key to her success and survival. The Wessex Institute provides high-quality, practice-based research to support decision makers in health and healthcare. They have particular expertise in added-value health research management and in health technology assessment. This event is open to all, and no booking is necessary. International Women's Day Lunch https://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/2043634009FD4526941F20EC88E5BD8B/womens_day.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/08-international-womens-day-lunch.pageTue, 08 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/0812:302016/03/0814:30] A special lunch at The Art House, for anyone involved in community projects, to mark International Womens Day, (men welcome too!). Meet and Greet with Wessex Institutehttps://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/08-meet-and-greet-with-wessex-institute.pageTue, 08 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/089:402016/03/0810:00] As part of a series of events lead by Wessex Institute, this is an opportunity to meet the team and find out more about what they do. The Wessex Institute provides high-quality, practice-based research to support decision makers in health and healthcare. They have particular expertise in added-value health research management and in health technology assessment. This event is open to all, and no booking is necessary. Inspiring Womenhttps://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/07-inspiring-women.pageMon, 07 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/0718:302016/03/0721:30] ÃÛÌÒTV Students' Union (SUSU) have invited speakers from different backgrounds to share their stories as well as giving attendees the chance to network and find out about different groups in the University and Union. This event is open to all, no booking required. Making Your Mark! Celebrating International Women's Day (part 2)https://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/05-make-your-mark2.pageSat, 05 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/0513:002016/03/0515:00] Join us at the John Hansard Gallery for a creative day celebrating International Women’s Day. This FREE workshop is open to all who wish to explore their stories through mark-making/drawing with artist Lizzie Jones and Hannah Collins (10am-12pm) and storytelling with Debs Carter (1-3pm).S.H.E LEADS Women Empowerement Conferencehttps://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/C93D06CDB444487BAF2A9A812A6350DC/SheLeadsConference.JPG_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/05-she-leads-empowerement-conference.pageSat, 05 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/03/0510:002016/03/0517:30] Women in Business Southampton are very excited to be hosting their first female empowerment conference! S.H.E. LEADS is a one-day summit which aims to continue the global dialogue concerning female underrepresentation in the workplace. We have gathered leading professionals of all ages from all areas of industry including Pharmacology, Technology, the Financial services industry and the NGO community to share their insights and experience in four collegiate panel sessions. This conference promises to be an exceptional learning and networking experience bringing together a line-up with some of the world's brightest delegates from all across the board. We feel there is power in conversation and this conference is an extension of this principle. We want to change the narrative for the future generation of female leaders. Springboard Workshop https://cdn.southampton.ac.uk/assets/imported/transforms/site/event/PageThumbnail/471CE4E1BF9C4643B182A14BCAD98206/womans-week.jpg_SIA_JPG_fit_to_width_XL.jpg/diversity/news/events/2016/03/23-springboard-workshop.pageTue, 23 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000 [2016/02/239:302016/02/2316:30] Springboard is a world famous personal development programme through which over 230,000 women in over 30 countries have taken the opportunity to focus on their work and personal life, and to take more control. This event is open to Springboard participants only.