INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 2026

Give To Gain

Date: 2nd March 2026
Venue: The Chesterfield Hotel, 35 Charles Street, Mayfair, London, W1J 5EB
Arrival: 11.30am
Event: 12.00pm – 2.30pm (prompt start)

Music: Paula Juden, Saxophonist (classical & popular repertoire)

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About the Theme

The International Women’s Day 2026 theme is Give To Gain. When we give, we gain. Together, we help forge gender equality through generosity, collaboration, and shared action. Giving is not subtraction — it is intentional multiplication. When women thrive, we all rise.

Guest Speakers

H.E. Ms. Macenje “Che Che” Mazoka
High Commissioner of the Republic of Zambia to the UK, Ambassador to Ireland and the Holy See. A senior diplomat with over 30 years’ international experience in media, policy, and strategic partnerships, and a leading advocate for inclusive development across Africa.

Mrs Agnes Xavier-Phillips JP DL FLSW
Solicitor, mediator, and former General Counsel of GE Capital. A senior leader across law, finance, and civic life, with extensive experience in governance, diversity, and public service.

Mrs Betty Yao MBE
London-based curator of international touring exhibitions and Founding Chair of PAWA. Her acclaimed photography exhibitions have toured globally and reached over one million visitors, alongside her long-standing advocacy for girls’ education in Asia.

Mrs Caroline Muir
Former British Diplomatic spouse and past President of FIWAL. A dedicated advocate for women’s education and charitable causes, with decades of experience supporting international women’s organisations.

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PPVasi Hollinghurst – Daniel
President’s Ambassador | Almoner
Rotary Club of London