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Across the world, women’s rights and freedoms are under renewed threat — but moments like these also remind us of our shared strength and possibility. Coming together to talk, and more importantly to listen, becomes an act of hope, solidarity, and forward momentum.

Catch up on WOW 365's launch event by signing in to your membership as we gathered with optimism and collective resolve to imagine a better, fairer world for women and girls.

Why We Gather brought together writers, artists, and activists from around the globe to explore the power of collective resistance, the role of storytelling and art in sustaining movements, and the possibility that empathy and joy can keep us connected.

Chaired by WOW Founder Director Jude Kelly, this event features Former Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard, Founder of Act3 and leadership expert India Gary-Martin, bestselling author Elif Shafak and a performance by award-winning poet Shareefa Energy.

Jude Kelly CBE

(she/her)Founder Director
Jude Kelly stands smiling on a stage holding papers. She's in a metallic blouse, addressing a blurred, seated audience in a warm-lit auditorium.

Julia Gillard

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India Gary Martin

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Elif Shafak

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Shareefa Energyy