Women's History Month: how to celebrate women at work

March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate achievements and strides towards gender equality. It's also a great opportunity to recognize the contributions of women in your workplace. Here are some ways to empower and celebrate your female colleagues.

Research from the Institute for Gender and the Economy highlights the challenges women face in maintaining work-life balance, often juggling multiple responsibilities and household labor. Employers can alleviate this by:

• Offering flexible working hours
• Providing remote or hybrid work options
• Creating a supportive community for working mothers

Mentorship isn’t just about celebrating women's progress; it's also about recognizing the work that still needs to be done for a more inclusive workplace. A well-designed mentorship program can facilitate career advancement and increase representation in leadership roles.

This involves women leaders sharing their knowledge with younger employees, providing guidance and support along the way. Meetings and workshops can help women network, learn from each other, form strong bonds, and create an uplifting environment.

Use Women’s History Month to evaluate your organization's diversity, equity, and inclusion practices. Consider questions like:

• How many women hold executive positions?
• What is the total representation of female employees?
• How often are women promoted?
• Do female team members get recognized and rewarded?

Setting up a gifting program with Corporate Gift can make collecting this data easier, helping you identify patterns and see who gets rewarded most.

Research shows women often hesitate to advocate for themselves in the workplace, resulting in fewer requests for raises or promotions. Prompt conversations about career advancement opportunities during performance reviews to ensure equitable opportunities for all employees.

Celebrate International Women’s Day in the office on Friday, March 8th. Better yet, make these activities a regular occurrence rather than a one-time event.

Invite guest speakers to share insights on women's empowerment and leadership during lunchtime sessions.

Organize panel discussions on gender diversity and inclusion, inviting local advocacy groups to speak.

Offer interactive workshops covering negotiation, public speaking, financial literacy, mindfulness, and stress management.

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Look beyond the usual with creative gift ideas to pair with your International Women’s Day activities.

Working women could use a little me-time. Even better, pair these wellness gifts with a day off. 

Looking for a unique way to express appreciation? Set up a company store, stock it with the following trending products from women-owned companies. Offer store credits and let employees pick an item of their choice.

From chocolates with greetings to alcoholic favorites, these appreciation gifts never go out of style.

March isn't just about reflecting — it's an opportunity to empower the present and shape the future. Celebrate Women's History Month with our curated selection of gifts, activities, and initiatives designed to honor and uplift the women in your workplace. From mentorship programs to wellness self-care sets, there's something to express gratitude for every woman on your team.