09/09/22-11/09/22: The Times & The Sunday Times Life Lessons Festival

The first-ever nationwide celebration dedicated to women in technology, featuring a week of immersive online and in-person events focused on career development and networking, driving forward equality and innovation in the tech industry. Book your spaces from 23 August 2024.

What is Women in Tech Week?

WeAreTechWomen is excited to announce the inaugural UK Women in Tech week, taking place from October 7th to 11th, coinciding with Ada Lovelace Day. This week-long event will celebrate the achievements of women in the tech industry through a diverse array of both in-person and virtual events.

Join the RSA and The Africa Centre to celebrate African innovators reshaping global culture.

Black History Month: Celebrating innovators

Monday 14 October 2024

18:30 – 19:30

RSA House and online via YouTube

Join us as we celebrate the vision and creativity of African changemakers who are reshaping global culture.

The RSA and the Africa Centre are teaming up to spotlight innovators driving social change through their cultural contributions.

At the RSA in Black History Month, we’ll explore how these emerging leaders are influencing global conversations and challenging traditional narratives, paving the way for a more inclusive and dynamic cultural landscape.

We will discuss how to amplify the impact of African culture on the global stage and consider ways we can foster deeper connections between cultural institutions and the changemakers leading this transformation.

Join us for an inspiring conversation that celebrates the power of African culture to create lasting social change.

Speakers:

Olu Alake, CEO, The Africa Centre

Dipo Faloyin, journalist and author of ‘Africa Is Not A Country’.

SMADE, creative entrepreneur and co-founder, Afro Nation

Skinder Hundal MBE, Global Arts Director, British Council

Chair:

Dr Lesley Nelson-Addy, educator, writer, advocate, Runnymede Trust

*Please note this event will be held at RSA House as well as streamed online – please ensure to register for the correct ticket type to avoid disappointment*

Reserve your spot here

The UN Women UK Awards: an evening of inspiration, hope and empowerment.

Taking place on 17th October 2024 in London, this is an unforgettable evening celebrating the progress we’ve made whilst inspiring new plans for the future.

We come together to recognise the individuals and organisations that are bringing gender equality closer and crucially raise funds for the Women’s Emergency Fund – a lifeline for women facing urgent crises.

What to expect from the awards evening

INSPIRATION

Empowering entertainment from the worlds of music, spoken word and more. Special guests, including thought leaders and key voices on gender equality.

KNOWLEDGE

Inspiring stories from our work on the ground at UN Women. Knowledge and ideas to create change in your own community and/or workplace. Networking opportunities with organisations and individuals leading the way in gender equality.

Join us for a celebration of Black history, culture and resilience at the Stroud Black History Month Festival!

Welcome to the Stroud Black History Month Festival! Join us at the Trinity Rooms for a two day festival celebrating the history, cuture and resilience of Black, Asian and people of colour in Stroud and beyond. A two day Unity Festival for the whole community filled with live music, poetry, discussion, film + food… and more music.

Reserve your spot here

Come celebrate Black History Month with us as we empower and prioritise the health and well-being of Black women in our community!