International Women's Day Gala 2024

Join us at Young Women in Business SFU’s Keynote Event, the International Women’s Day (IWD) Gala, a powerful gathering uniting SFU and the Greater Vancouver communities. This event recognizes the local achievements of our community, inspires the next generation of future leaders, and offers a welcoming space for everyone. Experience impactful keynote speakers, valuable networking, and a celebration of our community's successes.

This year, we're supporting Women for Women International, a non-profit organization that provides support for women rebuilding lives after war. Your donation empowers skills training, business education, and resources, fostering long-term positive change and promoting gender equality. Be part of creating a more inclusive world and a ripple effect of strength in conflict-affected societies. By donating, you will receive an additional raffle ticket for our prize draw.

Our International Women’s Day Gala is open to everyone of all genders and backgrounds. Join us on March 8, 2024 from 5:00pm - 9:00pm, for an evening of connection, community, and celebration.

Aspire to Inspire

The theme we chose for this year’s International Women’s Day Gala is “Aspire to Inspire,” which encourages attendees to self-reflect and recognize their limitless potential. At our gala, we will explore the transformative power of women who have dared to dream and made a profound impact on their respective fields. We hope to ignite a spark within each attendee, encouraging them to rise above societal limitations, overcome obstacles, and inspire those around us.

When we aspire to inspire, we encourage people to focus on their own strengths and contributions, rather than envying or emulating others – walking away from the traditional mindset of competition that can sometimes lead to isolation and barriers among individuals striving for success. By aiming to inspire, we gravitate towards creating networks that uplift and support each other, creating a chain reaction of positive change that extends beyond individual accomplishments.