Bring real voices to International Women’s Day 2025

International Women’s Day 2025 is fast approaching, and this year’s theme, #AccelerateAction, is a rallying cry to move beyond words and make real progress towards gender equality.

At the current rate, full gender parity is still five generations away. But we know that action drives change – and one of the best ways to inspire action is through real voices, telling real stories… not just hashtags and social posts.

Why International Women’s Day matters

IWD is a global day of celebration, recognition and action. It’s an opportunity to shine a light on the achievements of women across every industry, while also pushing for meaningful change. Whether it’s tackling workplace inequality, breaking down barriers in leadership or championing women’s voices in traditionally male-dominated spaces, IWD is a moment to inspire and drive progress.

At Speaker Buzz, we’re proud to support IWD every year by helping businesses and organisations bring powerful, real-life stories to the stage. Our speakers don’t just talk about action – they’ve lived it.

Speakers who embody #AccelerateAction

Are you planning an International Women’s Day event? We’ve put together a selection of speakers who can inspire, challenge and energise your audience.

• Rupal Patel – Former CIA officer turned leadership expert, empowering women to own their space in high-performance environments.
• Lauren Currie – Trailblazer in championing women’s confidence in the workplace, helping women step up and lead.
• Viana Maya – Equity and leadership consultant who helps organisations create truly inclusive cultures.
• Sam Sheppard – Speaker, author and coach specialising in helping introverts thrive in high-performance spaces.

Find the right speaker for your event

Whether you’re looking for a speaker to lead a discussion, inspire your team or bring fresh insight to an event, our speakers bring experience, impact and action to International Women’s Day. Explore our full speaker lineup here and let’s make IWD 2025 one to remember.