Celebrate International Women’s Day 2025 this March

International Women’s Day (Saturday, March 8th 2025) is more than just a date in the calendar, it’s an opportunity to drive real change. This year’s theme, #AccelerateAction, challenges us to go beyond words and make tangible progress toward gender equity.

I believe that tiny changes are the start of big impacts, and this year, I’m committing to accelerating action in three ways:

1. Supporting SMEs to Level Up for Women this International Women's Day

Too often, businesses fall short when it comes to truly supporting women in the workplace. Whether it’s outdated maternity policies, a lack of flexibility, misunderstandings around menopause or inequitable career development, small businesses have a huge opportunity to do better—and I want to help them get there.

I’m offering my expert support to 3 SMEs to review their policies and employee handbooks, ensuring they actively create equitable workplaces. I’ll provide practical recommendations tailored to their business to accelerate action for women.

If you’re an SME leader, HR professional, or business owner who wants to take part, get in touch! Comment below or email me on Julie-Ann@joycoaching.uk to be considered.

2. Launching A Lean In Circle 💡

For years, I’ve wanted to create a safe, supportive space for women and allies to grow, learn, and take action. This year, it’s happening!

A Lean In Circle is a small, peer-led group where members support each other’s growth through structured discussions, networking, and shared learning. There’s no cost—just a commitment to showing up and taking part. The group will meet online, and we’ll tackle topics that matter: career growth, confidence, leadership, and making an impact.

There are only 12 spaces, so if you’re interested, email me by the end of March.

3. Offering a free 6-Session Coaching Programme

One of the most powerful ways to accelerate action is through coaching—helping people unlock their confidence, create career opportunities, and step into leadership roles.

That’s why I’m gifting one person a free, six-session coaching programme. You can nominate yourself or someone else—the only criteria are:

✅ They have a goal they’re working toward.

✅ They are committed to accelerating action for women—either for themselves or as an ally.

✅ They are ready to invest in their own growth.

To nominate: Email me with the nominee’s name and a short reason why they would benefit from this coaching.

Let’s Make This IWD About More Than Words

We all have a role to play in accelerating action. Whether it’s creating better workplaces, building communities of support, lifting another woman up, acting as an ally or coaching individuals to step into their full potential, change happens when we take real, meaningful action.

I’d love for you to be part of this movement! Which of these opportunities speaks to you?

Drop a comment below or email me Julie-Ann@joycoaching.uk i'd love to hear from you!

#InternationalWomensDay #AccelerateAction #LeanIn #Coaching #WomenInLeadership