Celebrating International Women’s Day: A Multicultural Gathering of Strength and Connection

Visitors to Virginia Library on Friday, 7 March will have the chance to experience something truly special. The Multicultural Women’s Shed, Women Without Borders, is hosting an International Independent Women’s Day Celebration — an uplifting event designed to showcase culture, creativity and community in a welcoming, inclusive space.

This celebration invites women of all nationalities to come together, share traditions, and take pride in their heritage. The event highlights the growing impact of multicultural community development in Cavan and the vital role it plays in social inclusion and integration. For funding partners and state bodies, it demonstrates clear outcomes in participation, empowerment and community cohesion. For media, it offers a positive and timely story about unity across cultures. And for women attending, it provides a safe and supportive space to connect, express and celebrate who they are.

Event Highlights

📅 Friday, 7 March

⏰ 14:00 – 17:00

📍 Virginia Library, Co. Cavan

Participants can look forward to a vibrant programme:

• Welcome & Opening

• Cultural Presentations (national dress, short introduction to your country, traditional food)

• Multicultural Food & Networking

• Interactive Traditional Dance

• Women Supporting Women Circle

• Creative Photo Corner & Message Wall

• Special Gifts from Ukrainian Businesses

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Women who wish to present their country are encouraged to contact Tetiana in advance at 087 379 2935.

This year, a new addition to the event will celebrate creative talent within our community. Artists, musicians, craft makers and hobbyists are invited to contribute to a small exhibition space — a dedicated showcase honouring the gifted women who enrich our shared cultural life.

Attendees are welcome to wear national dress, bring a traditional dish or simply join with an open heart.

Together we build community. Together we are stronger.