International Women’s Day Western Isles

To promote International Women’s Day (Western Isles) being held on March 8, a multi-partnership group, led by NHS Western Isles’ Health Promotion Department, has organised a wide variety of events in the run up to the day.

The theme for 2010 is focusing upon the achievements of women past, present and future.

To commemorate this special day for women everywhere in the Western Isles, a wide range of fun and enjoyable tasters, sporting sessions and events have been organised.

Events planned from Monday 1^st until Saturday 6^th March include gym induction, climbing wall and Midnight 3 legged walk to raise money for Breast Cancer Care.

A series of free workshops have also been organised to take place at Lews Castle College on Saturday March 6.

These include jewellery making, Thai massage, car maintenance, Yoga and cheerleading. Crèche availability has also been provided, but places are limited and must be booked in advance.

A website and promotional materials have been designed to provide useful information relating to the event and can be accessed via the Health Promotion website - www.wihb.scot.nhs.uk/IWD

International Women’s Day (Western Isles) has been organised by NHS Western Isles’ Health Promotion Department and Women’s Aid, in conjunction with Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, Lews Castle College, An Lanntair, Lewis & Harris Youth Clubs and Early Year Partnership.

This year’s event has been funded by the Scottish Women’s Fund.

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