International Women’s Day 2025 – A Celebration of Strength, Legacy & Belonging

Arts Diverse-City invites you to a powerful gathering honouring the history, resilience, and identity of women. Rooted in Gloucester’s rich heritage, this event explores the deep connections between HAIR – a symbol of power, belonging, and legacy – and the personal journeys that shape us.

What to Expect:

• Poetry & Spoken Word: A platform for voices to echo history, identity, and cultural strength.

• Exhibition & Installations: Artistic expressions symbolising the significance of HAIR in shaping personal and collective narratives.

• Panel Discussion: Poets, artists, and cultural leaders explore the themes of belonging, home, and heritage.

• Community Conversations: An inclusive space to reflect, connect, and share lived experiences.

Event Schedule:

• 12:00 PM – Doors Open | Welcome & Networking

• 12:30 PM – Opening Remarks & Exhibition Introduction

• 1:00 PM – Tour and discussion about the Exhibition

• 2:30 PM – Open MIC Discussion: Belonging, Home & Hair

• 3:00 PM – Interactive Discussion & Audience Reflections

• 3:30 PM – Closing Performances & Final Words

• 4:00 PM – Event Ends with thanks