Reclaim the Agenda present the International Women's Day programme for 2020

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WELCOME TO IWD2020 Danielle Roberts &

Ger McParland,

Reclaim The Agenda Co-Chairs

“Rights in Sight” is the theme for

We have no Childcare or Gender

International Women’s Day 2020, as

Equality Strategies but we have them

we highlight the reality for those

in our sights as our assembly gets

whose rights are not realised. We are

back to work after 3 years!

still governed under the Sex Discrimination Order (NI) 1976, Race

We are in no doubt that if we want

Relations Act 1976, Disability

change, we must make it happen, we

Discrimination Act 1995 yet the rest of

are fighting, campaigning and

the UK are working under the

lobbying and no longer will we wait .

Equality Act 2010 which is more in line with current society. We have

We will have our demands met now

new legislation for abortion access

and for ALL.

and Equal Marriage but we know laws aren't enough to guarantee equality.

Join us to make our demands heard,

Buses provided from Enniskillen, Guild

our Rally is Saturday 7th March – 11am

Hall Derry and Belfast - check website

from Writers Square to City Hall

for more details, or contact 07483337817

WEB:www.reclaimtheagenda.com FB: /ReclaimtheAgendaNI/ IG: @reclaimtheagenda Twitter: @ReclaimAgenda

FEB 29

A WOMAN'S WORK 3PM LAWRENCE ST WORKSHOPS Three very different artists explore this theme “A Women’s Work”. Clare creates life from stone: Zoe breathes life into inanimate objects: Gemma captures life itself. Its all Women’s Work!

MARCH 02

ONE WORLD WOMEN 10AM-1PM WINDSOR WOMEN’S CENTRE Talk by Helen Crickard & Film on Women’s Activism

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WOMEN IN DEVELOPMENT 12.30 - 2PM PRESBYTERIAN HALL, ROSEMARY STREET Lunchtime Lecture, 'Telling the Hidden Stories' With NE Uganda as the backdrop, Self Help Africa NI tells the stories of stoic, heroic, strong women building new lives for themselves and their families in often neglected rural settings.

Kathryn McNicholl (Human Rights graduate) - Women in Development, Helen McGurk - (Journalist) Women living with HIV/Aids, Eithne McNulty (International Development) Women in Agriculture, Helen Crickard (Reclaim the Agenda) Women in NI. Lunch provided, disabled access.

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MENOPAUSE AND THE WORKPLACE 12.30-2PM NIPSA HQ Training event for NIPSA Branch Representatives ONLY which examines menopause symptoms – awareness and misconceptions. How Branch Reps can support members working through the menopause and press employers to take action to address the health and safety and equality issues linked to the menopause. Book via: danielle.dawson@nipsa.org.uk

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RIGHTS IN SIGHT NIRWIN, 10AM-2PM GLENAVON HOUSE HOTEL COOKSTOWN Guest Speakers, funders and light lunch provided. Contact Fidelma on infor@nirwin.org to RSVP or arrange group places and travel.

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SEX, CYBORGS AND ROCK & ROLL 7-9PM QUB, PETER FROGGAT CENTRE

A WOMEN'S CONSTITUTION: WON FOR ALL? 1-2.30PM EDGAR GRAHAM ROOM SCHOOL OF LAW, QUB The prospect of constitutional change, however far in the future, is an opportunity for women and other marginalised people to have their say. It can also be a time when women's and other key concerns are sidelined. This event is open to all and encourages everyone to have their say. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/awomens-constitution-won-for-alltickets-90279641839

A free screening of Janelle Monáe's 'Dirty Computer' Emotion Picture and some locally produced music videos, followed by a discussion panel on LGBTQ+ women in music.

Brought to you by Here NI and the Centre for Gender in Politics.

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LET’S TALK: PERIODS 4-6PM, 14 COLLEGE SQ NORTH Youth Action NI hate taboos! Let’s be honest with young people and speak up about this bloody topic.

Everyone welcome. Pizza & Donuts provided. paddy@youthaction.org

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HOMELESS PERIOD BELFAST 6-8PM OH YEAH Help alleviate the issue of Period Poverty among disadvantaged girls, & people who menstruate. Join us to create Period Packs & write empowering messages, while we also discuss our #MenstruationMatters campaign and talk all things periods.

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FEMINIST QUIZ 7.30-10PM SPEAKEASY BAR, QUB

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A workshop focusing on the importance of breast awareness and breast screening. The session will be delivered by WRDA and includes a practical demonstration on how to correctly check your breasts and explain signs and symptoms.

Aromatherapy, auricular acupuncture and light lunch available at the end of the session.To book a place contact Aleks or Maura (028) 90438438

£2 per person. Show off your feminist knowledge, add pints and friends!

All proceeds to WRDA. Lot's of prizes! info@wrda.net

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FEMINIST ABOLITION 7-9PM, ACCIDENTAL THEATRE As part of International Womens

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Week, Alliance for Choice have teamed up with Reclaim the Agenda to host a panel discussion: Feminist Abolition & the harms of

WOMEN STEPPING FORWARD 9.30AM – 1PM RIDDELL HALL An event to talk about women in public appointments. Featuring speakers such as: Yvette Shapiro - Chair, Dr Evelyn Collins – Equality Commission for NI, Judena Leslie – Commissioner for Public Appointments NI, Judith Gillespie, Dawn Purvis & Anne McVicker

criminalisation, which will launch the brand new Abolitionist reading sessions in Belfast.This panel will explore the harms perpetrated by criminal justice responses to social issues & the intersection of gender & criminalisation. www.facebook.com/events/7392151 73272436/

WOMEN'S HEALTH 10AM-1PM WHITEROCK CHILDREN'S CENTRE

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INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 2020 11AM, THE MAC A full day of free and nourishing activities including talks, workshops and plenty of tea and coffee with creche facilities provided by An Droichead.

Speakers include Dr. Yassin Brunger from Queen’s University

who specialises in feminist peace and conflict and survivors experiences of the justice system; The Mothership Project , a network of Irish parenting artists who strive to make the arts and arts organisations more inclusive to those with caring responsibilities; and Lisa de Jong leading a workshop on how

to live in sync with your menstrual cycle. The day will finish with wine and spoken word in the café bar, open to all. Plus free craft materials available all day for anyone who’d like to drop in and make some International Women’s Day banners for the March. www.themaclive.com/

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OUR COMMUNITY TOO 11AM, ÁRAS ÚI CHONGHAILE,

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As part of Féile an Phobail’s series of events celebrating IWD this global panel will reflect on their life in Ireland, the contribution they have made to society & the challenges, Chaired by Andrée

Belfast & District Trades Union Council/ Reclaim the Agenda present: A critical analysis looking at poverty, women, family and human rights. Chairperson, Jennifer Mc Carey from Glasgow Trades Council.

Lynda Walker/07751951785/ lyndaernest@btinternet.com

Murphy, Columnist, featuring; Aderonke Ado-Imoisili, founder of African Women NI; Bridget McCann, Irish Traveller; Maite Ruiz from Cordoba, a community activist /artist & Lisa Mbondiya Williams owner of a Caribbean Touch NI. wwwarasuichonghaile.com/

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ONE WORLD WOMEN 10.30AM-1PM WINDSOR WOMEN'S CENTRE

SIT DOWN AND HEAR OUR STORY 11AM ÁRAS ÚI CHONGHAILE, Newcomer women and Irish women have joined together through the medium of art to tell their story and share who they are. These pieces have been created by women who have been practicing their sewing skills and wished to progress into more intricate work. https://arasuichonghaile.com/

AFTERNOON TEA AND CRAFTS, 2-4PM HERE NI Drop in to Here NI for afternoon tea and to make a placard or badge to bring along to the IWD Rally.Please note this event is for women only. policy@hereni.org 02890249452 www.facebook.com/events/5254622 54844239/

Craft workshop and Shared lunch with food from around the World.

For more details contact Eleanor Jordan ceo@windsorwomenscentre.com

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FIGHTING AUSTERITY OR EMBEDDING POVERTY, 12.30-2PM PRESBYTERIAN HALL, ROSEMARY STREET

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PRE-MARCH BANNERMAKING 9-10.30AM Please join us pre-march in the MAC for some tea, coffee and pastries to get our bodies warmed for Writer’s Square.

Banner making materials will be available in the morning for anyone who’d like to make a statement. Child and baby friendly. For more information and to book in to any event or the creche www.themaclive.com

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IWD2020 RIGHTS IN SIGHT RALLY WRITERS SQ. 11AM

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The Annual Rally for International Women’s Day 2020 kicks off at Writers Square, with dancing, drumming, singing, photo booth, kids party bags, face painting and lots and lots of banners! Join us as we make some noise marching through out streets for main speeches at City Hall. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rights-insight-iwd-rally-2020-tickets91317981541

Performances from Sasha Samara, Alumna, Gender Chores and Problem Patterns, plus special DJ sets from Sister Ghost and Heart Shaped. https://bit.ly/2uSrxfM

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MARKET FOR CHOICE 2PM SUNFLOWER Alliance for Choice host at the Sunflower Bar where local artists their handmade, preloaded and ethical wares. www.facebook.com/events/569794 103615831/

11 A-SIDE WOMEN'S FOOTBALL, 1-3PM ORMEAU PARK Come and watch the Belfast Ravens play, support your local women's football team!

CUERPOS GRAMATICALES - THE SOWING OF LIFE BEYOND SKIN This project will be a process of creative workshops with different women, migrants groups, Agroarte young people from different diasporas. It will end with a public performance' of participants collectively "planting" themselves with flowers into the ground in a public place to create catharsis. beyondskinoffice@gmail.com for more info

and traders will be showcasing

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GIRLS ROCK SCHOOL NI PRESENTS: THE BIG IWD GIG! 7.30PM, £7/5 OH YEAH

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FUTURE TUESDAYS “EQUAL AND BETTER FUTURES”, 5.30-8PM ORMEAU BATHS with Coral Movaselli from Girls in Tech. is a self defined techy problem solver specialising in equal and sustainable futures through empowerment, equality and sustainable technology. Winning Artist, Designer and future Technologist Deepa Mann Kler will demo her latest artistic tech. Beer, Pizza andRefreshments will be provided. www.futurescreens.org/

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UNISON WOMEN'S COMMITTEE 6-9PM GALWAY HOUSE Raise Your Voice against sexual harassment invite you to come along and hear my story, maybe even share yours. Refreshments provided. Check website for

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RAISE YOUR VOICE 12.30-2PM ACCIDENTAL THEATRE Raise Your Voice against sexual harassment invite you to come along and hear my story, maybe even share yours. Lunch provided.

Check website for details; www.raiseyourvoice.community/

details; m.buick@unison.co.uk

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ABANDONED FILM & PANEL, 7-10PM, BLACK BOX

A big thank you to the poster competition entries and congratulations to Megan McIlwaine whose entry won, pictured here with Lord Mayor Daniel Baker.

The film also explores the origin of “conscientious objection” in health care and interviews experts on the issue. Alliance for Choice host the

THANK YOU!

Belfast premiere of Abandoned and invite you to the pre-show panel discussion on “conscientious objection”. Speakers to include Doctors for Choice NI, Alliance for Choice and others tbc.

IWD 2020, RIGHTS IN SIGHT WAS POSSIBLE BECAUSE OF: #IWD2020 #RIGHTSINSIGHT #IWD20NI