On March 8th, International Women’s Day, we celebrate the inspiring and courageous work women around the world are doing to secure women’s rights and shape more tolerant and equitable societies. We also reflect on the work that remains and remember the many women whose voices go unheard and who continue to be excluded from realising their full potential.
With more than 100 International Women's Days (IWD) gone by, IWD remains meaningful because we see young feminist activists claiming this day as their own, gathering at the forefront of today's most heated disputes, demanding access to abortion, amplifying voices of sex workers, or seeking justice for the disappearances of women human rights defenders. Today’s women are casting off the taboo of feminism, applying new social media technologies and drawing on the arts to make these celebrations relevant and expressive of multiple realities, identities, and movements.
Therefore, in recognition of International Women’s Day, it is the hope of IWI that you share a laugh with us in an event showcasing London’s funniest female comedians. The proceeds from the event will be used for our programmes and outreach.
Celebrate…..Honour…..Laugh!
International Women's Day Event:
STAND UP FOR IWI!
In celebration of International Women's Day, IWI is hosting a comedy night with some of London’s best female comedians!
Being held at The Star King on March 7, 2017, the aim of the Stand Up for IWI! Comedy Night is to raise awareness and funds in support of IWI's programmes and advocacy outreach.
Beginning at 7pm, the comedy night will bring together guests for an evening of laughter, drinks and fun to support IWI’s efforts to bring attention to women’s human rights globally, specifically our flagship project The Safe Birthing Programme.
Introducing the Ladies of Comedy for IWI's International Women's Day Event:
Sara Pascoe
In the words of Ms Pascoe herself: "Hello! My name is Sara Pascoe and I am a stand up lady, I do gigs all over the place, hopefully I will see YOU at one some time!" We look forward to it Sara!
Viv Groskop
"Brilliantly funny" and "Fresh and exciting" - these are just some of the words of praise showered on our Mistress of Ceremony for the evening. – Writer. Critic. Broadcaster. Stand-up comedian, Viv is a wonderful addition to the night.
Hatty Ashdown
Are you ready to laugh? Hatty is a fantastic addition to the Stand Up for IWI! comedy night! Adding her brand of brilliant and consistently funny wit is sure to make chuckle.
Gráinne Maguire
Stand up comedian, comedy writer and actor Gráinne Maguire will be performing at the Stand Up for IWI! Comedy Night. Called “Highly promising, delightfully quirky" by Time Out, we can't wait to see her perform!
Ellie Taylor
The Guardian calls Ellie "Smart, self-mocking and telegenic". It seems that have hit the nail on the head! Ms Taylor is sure to put a smile on your face with her brilliantly witty humour.
You will not want to miss these talented women shine!
Come Work With Us!
IWI is growing. As an organisation which is run 100% by volunteers, we are looking to fill the following positions. If you have any questions, or would like to apply, forward your CV and cover letter to Director of Human Resources, Sana Khan at the link below. For more information, contact IWI through the link below.
Available Positions
- Director of Fundraising
- Donor Engagement Officer
- Grant Writer
- Researcher, Safe Birthing Programme
- Senior Executive Researcher
- Social Media Coordinator
- News Writer