Monday 26-02-2024 - 15:38

March is Women History Month, a time where we reflect on the progress that has happened for women’s rights throughout history. At Union of Kingston University we believe in embracing diversity and fostering inclusivity. That’s why we have organised with the Women Student Society a series of engaging events and activities to celebrate this important month.

Sarmmed, your Wellfare Officer: "Hopefully this womens history month can inspire students to honour the past, to celebrate the present and strive for a future where every womans voice is not only heard, but valued and empowered."

Abdullah, your Education Officer: "Hey everyone! March is Women's History Month, a time when we celebrate all the amazing things women have done throughout history! It's a chance to learn about the incredible achievements of women in different fields like science, art, sports, and more. During this month, we honor the strong and courageous women who have fought for equality and made a difference in the world. It's also a time to recognize the important role women play in shaping our society and to celebrate their accomplishments. So let's take this opportunity to learn about inspiring women, share their stories, and support each other as we continue to work towards a future where everyone, regardless of gender, has equal opportunities to succeed!"

A brief history:

There is a long history of discrimination of women. Women’s history month is an opportunity for us to highlight these historical failings and reevaluate how the past has been presented, to encourage the stories of women into a mainstream presentation and popular narrative.

Women have played a significant role in how our communities and societies have developed. Ensuring that they get the deserved share in the historical storytelling is at the core of the month to increase representation of women throughout the rest of the year.

What’s happening this year?

This year’s theme is “Women who advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion”.

Through this theme, we seek to highlight the astounding work that women have done through their advocation of equity, diversity and inclusion.

Since our focus group with our Women Muslim Students and Student Equality Collaborators  we have been busy working to deliver you a fun packed calendar of activities for March. 

We appreciate every student who collaborated with us in the past weeks letting us know what they would like from Women History Month. If you would like to be involved in these types of projects in the futures please join the Women Society at UKS.

How can I be an ally?

There are many ways you can show your allyship during this month.

The Women Society is currently looking for more members, so please join the membership through this link.

Also, in collaboration with the Women Society, Nursing Society, Midwifery Society, and Sports and Active Lifestyles, UKS has organised a packed calendar for KU women students.

Week 1 – w/c 26th	Week 2 – w/c 4th	Week 3 – w/c 11th	Week 4 – w/c 18th	Week 5 – w/c25th
	Monday Midwifery & Nursing Painting afternoon 4-6PM KHFL1032	Monday	Monday Vulva Creative Workshop sign up here 3-5PM KPTK402 Monday	Monday
	Tuesday  Circus Fitness 12:00-1PM Fitness Centre Circus Fitness 1-2PM Fitness Centre   Bracelet Making 12-2PM KHBS2034	Tuesday  Circus Fitness 12:00-1PM Fitness Centre Circus Fitness 1-2PM Fitness Centre		Tuesday  Circus Fitness 12:00-1PM Fitness Centre Circus Fitness 1-2PM Fitness Centre
	Wednesday  Ballet  12:00 - 1PM Fitness Centre Gym Form workshop 3:30 - 4:30pm Fitness Centre	Wednesday  Ballet  12:00 - 1PM Fitness Centre Gym Form workshop 3:30 - 4:30pm Fitness Centre	Wednesday  Ballet  12:00 - 1PM Fitness Centre Gym Form workshop 3:30 - 4:30pm Fitness Centre	Wednesday  Ballet  12:00 - 1PM Fitness Centre Gym Form workshop 3:30 - 4:30pm Fitness Centre
	Thursday Yoga 5:15 - 6:00 PREM1023	Thursday Yoga 5:15 - 6:00 PREM1023	Thursday Self defence 11:00 - 12PM Fitness Centre 12:30 - 1:30pm Fitness Centre 2pm- 3pm Fitness Centre Yoga 5:15 - 6:00 PREM1023	Thursday Yoga 5:15 - 6:00 PREM1023
Friday Boardgame Afternoon 3-5PM PRJG2004		Friday Salsa 1-2pm  Fitness Centre Decorating Cookies 5-7PM PRJG1004
Saturday Women‘s Football 11:00-12:00 Fitness Centre	Saturday Women‘s Football 11:00-12:00 Fitness Centre	Saturday Women‘s Football 11:00-12:00 Fitness Centre	Saturday Women‘s Football 11:00-12:00 Fitness Centre	Saturday Women‘s Football 11:00-12:00 Fitness Centre
Sunday Legs, Bums & Abs 11-11:45 Fitness Centre	Sunday Legs, Bums & Abs 11-11:45 Fitness Centre	Sunday Legs, Bums & Abs 11-11:45 Fitness Centre	Sunday Legs, Bums & Abs 11-11:45 Fitness Centre	Sunday Legs, Bums & Abs 11-11:45 Fitness Centre