About

What's the Event?

Join us for an inspiring celebration of International Women's Day, on Friday the 7th March 2025, starting at 9.30am. Patch in partnership with The Athena Network Richmond welcomes everyone passionate about gender equality, to our design-led community space in the heart of Twickenham, for a morning of networking, powerful talks, and meaningful connections. This year, we're embracing the global theme of 'For ALL Women and Girls: Rights, Equality, Action'.

 

Who's the Event For?

Open to all - women, men, and non-binary individuals who are committed to supporting gender equality and women's empowerment. Whether you're a professional, entrepreneur, student, or community member, this event is for anyone interested in learning, connecting, and making a positive impact.

 

Event Highlights

Inclusive networking opportunity

Inspiring speakers discussing breaking down gender barriers (speakers to be announced)

Breaks involving facilitated mindfulness activities

Gift bags for all attendees, as well as raffles prizes, donated by our local business sponsors: Piper Violet, Brewery Market, Don’t Buy Her Flowers and Grow London Local

Sponsored coffees from Django's for all attendees from Grow London Local

Donation-based entry (minimum £1.00)

All proceeds will support Fowler's Syndrome UK

 

Provisional timetable

9.30am-10am: Guest arrival and networking, with coffee from Django's sponsored by Grow London Local.

10am-11am: Engaging talks lead by guest speakers, names to be announced soon.

11am-11.15am: Break with facilitated mindfulness activity.

11.15am-12pm: Panel discussion.

12pm-onwards: Raffle prizes and further networking opportunities.

*All timings are provisional, we expect that some segments of the day may run longer due to audience interaction*

 

About The Athena Network

The Athena Network is a vibrant, supportive community of women in business who are passionate about growth, collaboration, and empowerment. 2025 marks their 20th year of creating a community where people in business can thrive. As a leading international networking, training, and development business club for female executives and entrepreneurs, they bring a wealth of experience and connection to this International Women's Day event.