International Women’s Day (IWD) is a major day of global celebration for the economic, political and social achievements of women past, present and future. The first International Women’s Day was run in 1911 so in just a few years time 2011 sees the IWD Global Centenary. This year IWD will be celebrated on 9th March 2009 and the website lists events taking place in the UK and across the world- full details at www.internationalwomensday.com . Why not join an event near you?