In preparation for International Women’s Day on the 8th of March, we’ve come up with some inspiring, inclusive and thoughtful ideas for how you can participate in the day. Whether it’s a physical gift, a sweet message or a corporate activity, there are many ways to show your support for the women in your life who inspire you.

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International Women’s Day Theme for 2024

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Every year, there is a different campaign theme for IWD. The theme sets the tone for the discussions and activities of the day. The International Women’s Day 2024 Theme is ‘Inspire Inclusion’. This theme is about forging a more inclusive world for women. When women aren’t present or invited to the table we must ask "If not, why not?" Considering this question can help us better understand the barriers preventing inclusion. These powerful words also encourage us to call discrimination against women when we see it and take action. You can read more about the 2024 theme here. 

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5 International Women’s Day Gift Ideas

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Inclusion can be celebrated in many ways, whether it's offering to watch a friend's kids to give them a night off, taking a junior colleague out for lunch, inviting a newcomer to your community for coffee, or simply checking in on a friend going through a tough time.

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You can show your support for female business owners and founders by sending a gift card from one of the amazing, female-founded businesses available on Prezzee.  The perfect way to encourage relaxation, self-care and a moment of peace. She deserves it!

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1. Brighten their day with LVLY

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Founded by Hannah Spilva in 2015, LVLY (pronounced lovely) is a business that keeps loved ones connected with a fun, unique take on the traditional bouquet of flowers. With a LVLY eGift Card, you can help the woman in your life choose a beautiful bouquet of flowers or if they have a penchant for something sweet or savoury, look to one of LVLY’s acclaimed dessert boxes, drink boxes or nuts and flowers combinations. 

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2. Give them a well-deserved good night’s sleep with ettitude

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No can deny that women work hard and do it all. Show your care for their rest and healthy by adding a touch of luxury to their nighttime routine with luxurious bedding by ettitude. Founded by Phoebe Yu, ettitude offers a range of high quality bedding that is both sustainable and reasonably priced. With an ettitude eGift Card, they can enjoy buttery soft bamboo sheets and a good night’s sleep. 

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3. Support their health and wellbeing with Vitable

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Self-care can come in many forms. If they’re a health-conscious person, an Vitable eGift Card could be perfect for them. Founded by Larah Loutati, Vitable is Australia’s first personalised vitamin and supplements subscription service. With Vitable, you can give the gift of a good feeling, with your receipents able to take an online quiz to tailor their plan of vitamins and minerals to their needs. Then, their personalised vitamin pack is delivered right to their door!

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4. Treat them to makeup and skincare goodies with Adore Beauty

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Pamper her with a selection of luxurious self-care goodies using an Adore Beauty eGift Card. Adore Beauty stands out as Australia’s first online beauty retailer, a testament to its founder Kate Morris' innovative vision.

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How to Celebrate International Women’s Day in the Workplace

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International Women’s Day is an important calendar event to recognise at the office..If you are an employer or are part of the social committee for your organisation, we’ve got your back. Here are a few ideas for how you can get everyone at work involved in International Women’s Day.

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Take part in the #InspireInclusion Photo Challenge

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Strike a pose to show solidarity this International Women’s Day. The #InspireInclusion photo challenge encourages everyone to snap a photo of themselves making a heart shape with their hands and post it to social media along with a statement. Encouraging  team members to take part in the challenge and write their own statement about inclusion is a way for everyone to actively participate. 

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Host IWD Themed Trivia

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Recognising the historical and ongoing fight for equality is a large part of what International Women’s Day is all about. To educate your team members and start open conversations, write a list of IWD specific trivia questions. From facts about inspiring female leaders to historical events such as the birth of International Women’s Day in 1911, there’s always something new to learn. You could increase trivia attendance by offering a prize to the first place winner. A Prezzee Smart eGift Card is a versatile choice for team members

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Invite an Inspiring Guest Speaker

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Providing a platform for female and female identifying voices from all walks of life is a great way to highlight the diversity within the community. Whether it’s an inspiring business woman or someone who has overcome adversity, one of the best ways your team members can actively participate in IWD is to simply listen to the stories of women. 

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Celebrate your female identifying employees with a gift

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Why not use this day to reflect on the amazing women and female identifying people within your own business? Thanking these employees and celebrating their hard work can boost morale and bring the message of #InspireInclusion to life. With Prezzee Business, you can bulk order Prezzee eGift Cards for multiple employees. Gifts for International Women’s Day can be small but meaningful. A gift will show them that their talents and work ethic are appreciated by the whole company. 

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Create an IWD Playlist for the Office

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Compiling a list of feminist songs and songs by female artists is a fun way to celebrate women all day long. A few suggestions include: I Am Woman (Helen Reddy), 9 to 5 (Dolly Parton), Love is a Battlefield (Pat Benatar), Run The World (Beyonce), Juice (Lizzo), Mad Woman (Taylor Swift), and Respect (Aretha Franklin).

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Don’t overthink it

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Organising International Women’s Day workplace ideas can demonstrate your company’s genuine passion for women’s rights. But when in doubt, a simple thank you goes a long way. 

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At the crux of it, International Women’s Day is about recognition, celebration, and activism. By participating in some way, you are actively showing your allyship and supporting the women in your life. And those you’ve never even met. 

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FAQs about international Women's Day

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What is International Women's Day? 

International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the achievements of women in all facets of life. It is also a day to shout the message of equal rights loud and clear. 

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When is International Women's Day?

International Women’s Day occurs annually on the 8th of March. 

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Why do we celebrate International Women's Day?

IWD is a day to recognise how far we have come as a society towards gender equality, but also how far we have to go. This day is a combination of celebration and activism.

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How did International Women's Day start?

In 1910, the leader of the Women's Office for the Social Democratic Party in Germany, Clara Zetkin, proposed the idea of an International Women’s Day at the second International Conference of Working Women. The idea received support from over 100 women representing different countries. We  have celebrated the day ever since. 

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