On Friday, Freedom Hall will be the venue for an event that is expected to draw about 100 women as the Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union observes International Women’s Day 2024.

This annual event will bring together women from various sectors and industries to participate in a seminar that will explore ways of advancing women in the world of work.

The theme for this year’s seminar is “Count Her in: Invest in Her: Accelerate Progress”, which is in line with the United Nations International Women’s Day theme.

The seminar will focus on the inclusion of women, particularly with respect to economic empowerment and access to advanced health care, as a means of accelerating progress.

The training officer at the Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union, Hazel Luke, says that this seminar presents an opportunity for members to learn from other women’s knowledge and experiences and gain broader perspectives on collective participation in the community and nation.

The Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union is committed to empowering women in the world of work, and the annual event is one way in which they demonstrate this commitment.

 The event seeks to amplify conversations and initiate actions that will improve the experiences of women.

According to the General Secretary, David Massiah, the event is only the precursor to another major event later in the year – The 200 Woman Conference, which will solidify efforts to strengthen the organization by expanding opportunities for women to contribute and have their voices registered at the decision-making level.

The seminar will feature presentations by accomplished women in various disciplines across Antigua & Barbuda.

The presentations will explore topics such as “Economic Empowerment and Inclusivity” and “Accelerating Progress through Accessibility to Advanced Health Care”.

The Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union appreciates its partners’ support and cooperation in allowing invited employees the necessary time off to participate in the seminar.

The Union’s membership comprises over 60% women, and women have historically played an active role on the Union’s Executive Body.