WLANSW – International Women’s Day 2026 | “Balance the Scales”
International Women’s Day is fast approaching, and this year’s theme is “Balance the Scales”
This year we’re keeping things simple. Join us for a casual IWD meet-up at:
Date: Thursday 19 March
Time: From 5pm
Location: The Library Bar, State Library of NSW – Enter via Hospital Road, Sydney
This event is also open to members of the Women Barristers Forum
Drop in when you can and stay as long as you like. It will be a relaxed event with attendees purchasing their own drinks and food.
This year’s International Women’s Day theme, “Balance the Scales”, which is a promise that every woman and girl – regardless of background or identity – should be safe, heard, and free to shape their own lives.
For more information:
UN Women Australia, “Balance the Scales“:
https://www.iwd.net.au/
UN Women International, “Rights. Justice. Action For ALL Women and Girls“:
https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/announcement/2026/01/international-womens-day-2026-rights-justice-action-for-all-women-and-girls
Whether you are a long-standing Member or new to WLANSW, we would love to see you there. Feel free to bring a colleague along.
We look forward to marking IWD together — informally, thoughtfully, and in good company.
Please note that we require 5 business days’ notice for refunds of tickets unless otherwise advised. You are welcome to provide a substitute guest.
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