Taking place throughout March each year, Women’s History Month provides a chance for us all to shine a light on the ongoing struggle for gender equality and the important issues facing women today, as well as focus on – and learn about – the fascinating stories of women both past and present.
With 2025 marking the 50th anniversary of the Sex Discrimination Act of 1975, this year’s programme will see the launch of a major new research project focusing on Joyce Butler, who served as a councillor and MP in Haringey and initiated this landmark legislation. The project, funded by Arts and Humanities Research Council, will be launched with a special event at Bruce Castle Museum on Thursday 13 March.
This is one of dozens of events taking place across Haringey, with other highlights including Her Sound, an event organised by the London DJ and MC Academy celebrating the women of Haringey who are making their mark in the music and creative industries.
Other highlights of Haringey’s 2025 programme include:
- Friday 7 March: Haringey’s Public Health team is holding an International Women’s Day event around Accelerating Action.
- Friday 21 March: Daughters United are leading an empowerment workshop, entitled Beyond Limits: Women Rising Together
- Tuesday 25 March: Meet Christy Lefteri, an international best-selling author at Hornsey Library.
- Friday 28 March: Reach and Connect are hosting a Pride in Protest Banner Making workshop for over 50s.
Haringey Council’s Cabinet Member for Culture and Leisure, Cllr Emily Arkell, said:
“We’ve got a proud heritage of celebrating women here in Haringey and the role that they have played – and continue to play – in the social fabric of our borough.
“We’ve got a range of fabulous events to celebrate Women’s History Month throughout March, with activities for all the family taking place across the borough.
“The Joyce Butler heritage project will provide a fascinating and informative insight into the life of the late Wood Green MP, who did so much for women from our borough and beyond by initiating the Sex Discrimination Act, protecting women from unfair treatment and laying the groundwork for modern equalities legislation.
“There’s a lot more besides as well. From children’s craft sessions, film screenings and guided walks to banner-making workshops, health events and ‘Meet the Author’ sessions, there’s something for everyone to experience and enjoy this Women’s History Month.”
Find the full list of events and explore a wide range of women’s history resources.
