Women’s History Month is one of the most important celebrations in the equality calendar. The event recognises the achievements of female academics, adventurers and activists, who have defined society as we know it but are regularly left out of school curricula and industry discussions.
In the workplace, it is essential to celebrate Women’s History Month, as it sets a precedent for inclusion and empowers your female employees.
What is Women’s History Month?
"Every year, March is designated Women’s History Month by presidential proclamation. The month is set aside to honor women’s contributions in American history."
The event is dedicated to the achievements of such inspiring women as Rosa Parks and Rosalind Franklin, who are commonly overlooked in historical writings. Women’s History Month also identifies the minority groups who face an additional level of discrimination, like women of colour and LGBTQ+ women, and how their contributions have positively impacted society.
Source: National Women's History Museum
When is Women’s History Month 2026?
Women’s History Month takes place from the 1st to the 31st of March 2026. It is recognised by businesses, organisations and Government bodies across the globe, leading to increased awareness of gender inequalities.
In 2026, the theme of Women's History Month is Moving Forward Together! Women Educating & Inspiring Generations.
Source: Twinkl
How Can I Honour Female Achievements in the Workplace?
Read our top tips for recognising female achievements in your workplace, this Women’s History Month.
1. Evaluate Your Discrimination & Diversity Policies
A workplace that preaches gender equality but does not protect its female employees through discrimination and diversity policies is often considered performative. Honouring an event like Women’s History Month starts from the ground up, with an honest reflection on how your business must improve gender diversity in senior positions.
Watch Dr Katie King speak on the importance of diversity & inclusion in STEM:
2. Share Historic & Current Achievements
From hosting a presentation featuring the pinnacle achievements of history’s greatest women to recognising the feats of your female employees on social media, use this month as an opportunity to celebrate. This will make your staff feel appreciated and inspired by the long lineage of successful women who came before them.
3. Host a Charity Fundraiser
Charity fundraisers are a fun yet impactful way to honour Women’s History Month. By decorating your office and hosting a cake sale, you can build morale in your workforce and give your team an occasion to look forward to. Such an event will also give back to your community and raise money for charities that support women and tackle gender crimes.
UK Charities to Include for Your Fundraiser:
- Girls Out Loud – An organisation that empowers teenage girls
- The Fawcett Society – A charity named after Suffragette, Millicent Fawcett
- Women's Aid – Lifesaving service for women in dangerous situations
- Imkaan – A charity against violence to BME women and girls
- MSI Reproductive Choices – Offering sexual health services and 24/7 support
Listen to Tessy Ojo, the CEO of the Diana Awards, speak on social mobility and gender equality:
4. Organise a Gender Inclusion Workshop
You may have a diverse team at work, but is inclusion also a priority? Without one, the other cannot fulfil its true potential, as female employees must feel respected as well as represented. Gender inclusion workshops teach companies how to nurture a welcoming environment, as well as the terms and phrases that should be avoided in the workplace.
Such seemingly innocent yet damaging mistakes may include over-sexualising female colleagues, specifying their gender when referring to their job role, like “our female web developer”, or asking a woman when she is going to have children.
Tackling “mansplaining” and misogynistic expectations, gender inclusion workshops result in a more equal workplace.
5. Hire an Inspirational Female Speaker
Female inspirational speakers have dedicated their careers to empowering women of all backgrounds and educating their male counterparts. They are regularly booked for corporate conferences, where they discuss with senior figures the steps they must take to improve gender diversity in leadership positions.
Champions Speakers' Top Women’s History Month Speakers to Hire:
Our editor, Megan Lupton, has made her exclusive selection of the top 5 Women's History Month speakers, using data collected from 112 Women's History Month events between 2023 and March 2025.
1.) Nicky Moffat
The Highest Ranked Woman in the British Army
2.) Sara Cox
The World's First Professional Female Rugby Union Referee
3.) Nicola Adams
The First Female Boxer to Win Olympic Gold
4.) Kate Richardson-Walsh
The Most Capped Female British Hockey Player
5.) Martine Wright
Paralympian & Terrorist Attack Survivor
Hire Speakers for Women's History Month Today!
To book one of our female inspirational speakers for your next corporate event, conference or function, simply contact the Champions Speakers agency via our online contact form. For any further information, contact a booking agent directly on 0207 1010 553.
This exclusive article on Women's History Month and the top speakers to hire was authored by Megan Lupton, using data collected from 112 Women's History Month events between 2023 and March 2025.
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