# Event Details - **Event Name**: International Women’s+ Day 2026 / Journée internationale des femmes+ 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 08 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 08 Mar, 2026 at 04:30 pm - **Event Description**: Join us  8th  March 2026 for a workshop and Keynote Speaker, Dr. Bushra Khan, at Russell Arena: reflection & networking for womenAbout this EventFrench to Follow/ Version française à suivreJoin us at Russell Arena on Sunday, 8th March, 2026 at 1:30pm for International Women’s + Day, a free, 3½‑hour event celebrating women’s leadership and empowerment in our community. Hosted by the Township of Russell’s Community, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee (CDEIAC), this afternoon gathering invites women and gender‑diverse residents to connect, learn and recharge together. Expect warm hospitality, inspiring storytelling and practical leadership tools. Leadership coach Dr. Bushra Khan (https://leadingwithbk.com/) will explore finding courage and kindness in your journey, followed by small‑group reflection circles and a networking session where your voice matters. We’ll also have refreshments, raffle prizes and space to share your business or professional cards.High‑level agenda:1:00 PM – Registration, coffee/tea and light snacks1:30 PM – Opening remarks and land acknowledgement from Councillor Lisa Deacon and Mayor Mike Tarnowski1:45 PM – Keynote address by Dr. Bushra Khan, plus Q&A2:30 PM – Short break2:45 PM – Facilitated reflection workshop and story‑sharing3:30 PM – Closing reflections and next‑steps3:45 PM – Networking and partnership circleThis is a fantastic chance to celebrate the achievements of women+ across the township, support equality, diversity and build lasting connections. Bring your experiences, your questions and your curiosity, we can’t wait to meet you!Joignez‑vous à nous à l’aréna de Russell le dimanche 8 mars 2026 à 13 h 30 pour la Journée internationale des femmes+, un événement gratuit de 3 h 30 célébrant le leadership et l’autonomisation des femmes dans notre communauté. Organisé par le Comité consultatif sur la communauté, la diversité, l’équité et l’inclusion (CDEIAC) de la municipalité de Russell, ce rassemblement d’après‑midi invite les femmes et les personnes de genre divers à se connecter, apprendre et se ressourcer ensemble. Attendez‑vous à un accueil chaleureux, des récits inspirants et des outils concrets de leadership. La coach en leadership Dre Bushra Khan (https://leadingwithbk.com/) explorera comment trouver courage et bienveillance dans votre parcours, suivi de cercles de réflexion en petits groupes et d’une séance de réseautage où votre voix compte. Nous offrirons également des rafraîchissements, des prix de tirage et un espace pour partager vos cartes professionnelles ou d’affaires.Aperçu du programme :13 h 00 – Inscription, café/thé et collations légères13 h 30 – Discours d’ouverture et reconnaissance du territoire par la conseillère Lisa Deacon et le maire Mike Tarnowski13 h 45 – Conférence principale de Dre Bushra Khan, suivie d’une période de questions14 h 30 – Petite pause14 h 45 – Atelier de réflexion animé et partage d’histoires15 h 30 – Réflexions de clôture et prochaines étapes15 h 45 – Cercle de réseautage et de partenariatC’est une occasion exceptionnelle de célébrer les réalisations des femmes+ de tout le canton, de soutenir l’égalité et la diversité et de créer des liens durables. Apportez vos expériences, vos questions et votre curiosité – nous avons hâte de vous rencontrer ! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/russell/international-women’s-day-2026-journée-internationale-des-femmes-2026/100001977829041906 - **Event Categories**: business, workshops, conferences, anime, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Russell - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: Russell Arena - **lat**: 45.26024450000001 - **long**: -75.3606461 - **full address**: Russell Arena, 1084 Concession Street, Russell, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: International Women’s+ Day 2026 / Journée internationale des femmes+ 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/09ca54252cd8927c849ef87374f678470639d783458c9570fa25c4e16ea72b17-rimg-w1080-h1350-dc6f4050-gmir.jpg?v=1765951545 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is International Women’s+ Day 2026 / Journée internationale des femmes+ 2026 being held? - **A:** International Women’s+ Day 2026 / Journée internationale des femmes+ 2026 takes place on Sun, 08 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 08 Mar, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Russell Arena, 1084 Concession Street, Russell, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing International Women’s+ Day 2026 / Journée internationale des femmes+ 2026? - **A:** International Women’s+ Day 2026 / Journée internationale des femmes+ 2026 is organized by Fariha Abedin. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** International Women’s+ Day 2026 / Journée internationale des femmes+ 2026 is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Russell, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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