International Women’s Day 2026

Source: United Nations (video statements)

International Women’s Day 2026 (IWD 2026), under the theme “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls”, marks a moment to amplify our collective determination. No matter how deeply rooted the sexism or how discouraging the politics, we refuse to step back or abandon our mandate. Instead, we climb together – for the rights and empowerment of all women and girls.

This year’s United Nations observance of International Women’s Day will take place on 9 March and focus on equal justice, purposefully aligning with the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) (from 9 to 19 March).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wx3zzwOiQVE

UK Bobby Seagull on making maths fun | Lords Committees

Source: United Kingdom UK House of Lords (video statements)

Maths teacher and broadcaster Bobby Seagull spoke to the Lords Numeracy for Life Committee recently about changes he wants to see to the curriculum and how to make maths accessible.

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https://www.youtube.com/shorts/gvIvLg8xUeM

Gender Equality Now!

Source: Council of the European Union (video statements)

International Women’s Day 2026! Discover how the EU is working toward more gender equality across Europe. From equal pay to more women in leadership roles. Here’s what you need to know! #InternationalWomensDay #GenderEquality #EU

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8rArg1yd1pU

International Women’s Day 2026: The Power Is in Us

Source: European Commission (video statements)

8 March 2026 — On International Women’s Day, the European Commission celebrates the power of women across Europe and beyond.
This year, we highlight:
• Challenging gender stereotypes
• Increasing women’s participation in decision-making
• Ending violence against women and girls
The power is in us — in women shaping policy, driving innovation, building communities, and leading change every day. When women thrive, Europe thrives.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/un9ppL_6Luc

Protecting Press Freedom: The Risks of Reporting in Gaza and Beyond -SDG Media Zone | United Nations

Source: United Nations (video statements)

Journalism is essential to human rights and democracy, yet it can be a dangerous—and too often deadly—profession. Since 2023, there has been an unprecedented surge in the killing of journalists and media workers, with over 240 Palestinian journalists losing their lives in Gaza alone. With restrictions to international media access in Gaza, Palestinian journalists have become the eyes and ears of the world, documenting critical truths at great personal risk.

Speakers:
Biesan Abu-Kwaik, Al Jazeera UN Correspondent
Jodie Ginsberg, Chief Executive, Committee to Protect Journalists

Moderator:
Melissa Fleming, UN Under-Secretary General for Global Communications

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOFwBbrO9Ns