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York International Women's Week (YIWW)
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Annual community programme around International Women's Day, 8th March, in York, England. www.yorkwomen.org.uk
Join @yorkstjohn.bsky.social for Women of York — a powerful documentary amplifying women’s voices, creativity & community in York.

📅 26 Nov | ⏰ 6–8pm GMT
🎟️ Free, booking required: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/women-of-y...

#WomenOfYork #YorkStJohnUniversity #WomenInFilm #Feminism #YorkEvent
November 9, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Join @yorkstjohn.bsky.social for Trans Lives in Focus — a powerful afternoon of remembrance, education & community marking Trans Day of Remembrance 2025.

📅 20 Nov | ⏰ 12:30–4pm GMT

#TDOR #TransDayOfRemembrance #TransLivesMatter #YorkStJohnUniversity #LGBTQ+
November 9, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Happening tomorrow! 🚨

Trans rights are human rights. 🏳️‍⚧️

Join York LGBT Forum in #York to stand up, speak out, and show up for our trans siblings.

We won’t be silenced. We won’t be erased.

Where: St Helen’s Square, York,
When: 8/11/2025
Time: 12 noon - 2pm
November 7, 2025 at 6:23 PM
We are excited to announce our YIWW 2026 theme:

‘Weaving Women’s Stories’

Submit an event to connect, share, listen & celebrate through words, crafts, music & more.

📆Applications open: 1 Nov | Deadline 7 Jan
🎤Events run 1–8 Mar 2026
🔗More info: yorkwomen.org.uk

#CommunityEvent #YorkWomen
October 30, 2025 at 10:17 AM
the planning has begun!
YIWW2026 dates: 1st – 8th March
Call for Events out 1st November, link here,
on www.yorkwomen.org.uk or join our mailing list by
emailing [email protected]
October 2, 2025 at 8:47 PM
SURVIVE had to suspend some of their services (although the emergency hotline is open Mon-Thursday 10am-12noon 0808 145 1887). THIS WEEK donations are doubled - please give if you can, and distribute the info. donate.biggive.org/campaign/a05...
June 23, 2025 at 3:03 PM
May 22, 2025 at 5:16 PM
'Of Women' features 9 free bookable events 1-8 June as part of York Festival of Ideas yorkfestivalofideas.com/2025/themes-...
Of Women, York Festival of Ideas
yorkfestivalofideas.com
May 2, 2025 at 7:37 AM
Wrapping up another successful #YIWW2025! 🌟

A heartfelt thank you to the organisers, volunteers, participants, and the entire York community for making this year unforgettable! 💫
March 11, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The #YIWW2025 is still going strong! 🌟

Check out our post-programme events, from improving energy efficiency at home to an all-women brass band performing their annual charity concert. More details in bio! 💫
March 10, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Day 7 of #YIWW2025 – Sunday 9th March: A day of reflection and creativity! ✨

Join us for a concert and a Sip & Write session with The Egalitarian. A perfect blend of storytelling and creativity. 💫
March 9, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Day 6 of #YIWW2025! 🌸

A day packed with workshops, improv, and creative activities. Check out the full event list in our bio! 💫
March 8, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Day 5 of #YIWW2025! 🌸

Enjoy mindful movement, art that honours the beauty of pregnant bodies, and a space for connection and creativity. 💫
March 7, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Day 4 of #YIWW2025!💡

From climate action to creative sustainability to tap dancing, there’s something for everyone today! 🌍🎨🎶

Check the full schedule via link in bio!📌
March 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Day 3 of #YIWW2025!

From feminist creative writing to reclaiming nature, today is all about powerful stories and voices.✍️🌿

Don’t miss out—check the full schedule via link in bio!
March 5, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Day 2 of #YIWW2025 is here!🎤

Don’t miss today’s inspiring sessions, from branding for women to spoken word performances.✨

Check the schedule & join the conversation—link in bio!📌
March 4, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Today is Day 1 of #YIWW2025!🚀

Don't miss out on inspiring talks, workshops, and networking opportunities.💡💬

Check out what’s happening today—link in bio!🔗
March 3, 2025 at 8:30 AM
It all starts tomorrow! 🚀

We’re kicking off #YIWW2025 with Building Feminist Futures Together in collaboration with @ffri-global.bsky.social 🥳

Spots for our events are filling up fast—if you haven’t booked yet, don’t wait! Head to yorkwomen.org.uk to secure yours now.
February 28, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Only two days to go until our first event! Check out what’s happening on Sunday, 9th March, plus our post-programme events.

Want a printed programme? Pick one up at York Explore and Archive Library! 📚

#FeministSky
February 27, 2025 at 8:23 AM
Today, we’re sharing the exciting events happening on Women’s Day during #YIWW2025 on Saturday, 8th May! 💜
 
From swaps and discussions to comedy and wellbeing, it’s our most packed day!
 
Don’t miss out—check out the full programme at www.yorkwomen.org.uk! ✨🎭💬
February 26, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Only a few days left until the kick-off of #YIWW2025! 🎉

For all the details, check out the full programme at www.yorkwomen.org.uk. Please note, the text-based programme is the latest version!

See you there! 💫
February 25, 2025 at 1:05 PM
It’s #MotivationMonday and we’re inspired by the powerful words of Cherrie Moraga, an influential Chicana feminist writer, activist, poet, essayist, and playwright:

Many of our events embrace the power of storytelling—explore them now at yorkwomen.org.uk! 🔗
February 24, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Did you catch us featured in today’s newspaper? 📰
 
Read the full feature via the link this link: www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/2494743...
 
Pictured: amateur theatre group Visible Women, who will perform ‘Lyrics of Life’ at the Black Swan pub on the evenings of March 4 and 5.
February 24, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Another sneak peek of our amazing programme! 👀

Check out what’s happening on Wednesday and Thursday during #YIWW2025!

Full programme available at: www.yorkwomen.org.uk
February 18, 2025 at 8:43 AM