International Women's Day, 8 March 2009

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International Women's Day (IWD) connects women around the world and aims to inspire them to achieve their full potential. It is an opportunity to highlight the abuse of women’s rights across the world, while celebrating the central role that women play in creating a fairer and more just world.

ActionAid will be celebrating International Women's Day on 8 March with comedy, campaigns and film.

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Put your foot down

Nearly 3000 people have put their foot down online and by sending us their shoes. Add your shoe to the campaign before IWD.

Celebrity Funny Women

This International Women's Day female celebrities will be stepping out of their comfort zones for ActionAid as they take to the stage to try their hands at stand-up comedy.

Birds Eye View

On 12 March, ActionAid will be partnering with Birds Eye View Film Festival for the third year to bring you an innovative series of films made by women in Afghanistan.

6 Degrees Project

The 6 Degrees Project sees award-winning songwriter Amanda Ghost taking the lead as one of six female artists coming together to create an exclusive track for ActionAid.