International Women’s Day is both a global day of action toward gender parity and a day to recognize the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.
Royal Roads University celebrates the achievements and contributions of women in our Royal Roads community and the important work they do year-round to advance conversations about women's empowerment, gender equity and inclusion.
Stories
This International Women’s Day, read about some of our community's dedicated women students, alumni and faculty each actively working to build a better world for us all.
Celebrating International Women’s Day
Our 2025 round up of a few stories of the changemaking women students, alumni and faculty members in our Royal Roads University community.
Events
Explore the RRU Library's digital display
Browse the digital display to discover Library resources highlighting women's contributions to environmental activism, business and leadership, post-secondary education and more, with a particular focus on the intersectional experiences of women of colour and queer women.
Additional resources
Government of Canada International Women's day page
The Government of Canada's page includes a digital toolkit, teachers' toolkit, ways to get involved and more.
Greater Victoria Public Library reading list
Looking to expand your reading list this International Women's Day? Check out this curated collection from the GVPL.
Veronica Thompson: Book a date with the Library at RRU this International Women's Day
Looking for a few good resources to check out this International Women's Day? The Library at Royal Roads University has you covered. Data Services Librarian Amber Gallant shares her top picks with Vice-President Academic and Provost Veronica Thompson — and you might be surprised to learn there's more than just books and theses on offer.