source: WAITS Team

published: 3 April 2024

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Women Acting in Today's Society (WAITS) was proud to have joined the global community in celebrating International Women's Day on 8 March 2024. This year's theme, ‘Inspire Inclusion,’ resonated deeply with our mission to amplify the voices of women from diverse backgrounds and champion their contributions to today's society.

International Women's Day was an opportunity to recognise the achievements of women around the world and to renew our commitment to gender equality.

At WAITS, we believe that true progress is only possible when all women are included and empowered to thrive.

As an organisation committed to empowering women and fostering positive change, WAITS recognises the invaluable contributions of women in every facet of society. From business leaders breaking glass ceilings to grassroots activists driving social progress, women continue to inspire, innovate, and lead with resilience and determination.

Businesses and organisations from across the West Midlands joined together for an inspirational event in Birmingham which celebrated women and girls from the region and highlighted the importance of championing inclusivity all year round.

'Standing for Better'

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"There is only true progress when all women are included and empowered to thrive."

Event panellists included Nicola Toyer, who leads the charities team at Investec Wealth & Investment (UK); Alethea Fuller, Deputy Chief Executive for the West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner; Emma Joy Smith, a Partner at law firm Shakespeare Martineau; Marcia Lewinson, who has led Birmingham charity Women Acting in Today’s Society (WAITS) as Chief Executive for 25 years; and people motivator and strength psychology professional Dani Grieveson, who serves as an Advisor for the Financial Times.