International Women's Day 2026

To every woman and girl who plays, coaches, volunteers, watches, or is simply thinking about getting more active — this week is for you.

To mark International Women’s Day 2026, Actif Carmarthenshire is hosting a week of FREE online and in-person events from Monday 2nd to Friday 6th March, designed to celebrate, champion and support women and girls in sport across Carmarthenshire.

And you don’t need to call yourself “sporty” to take part.

Whether you want to know more about injury prevention, training around menstruation or the menopause, or to be inspired by current athletes and coaches sharing their experiences, we have you covered.

SHRN 2023 for Pembrokeshire. Secondary level, 11-16 years of age.

23.4% Boys Reported at least 60mins of physical activity every day for the last seven days.

14.3% Girls Reported at least 60mins of physical activity every day for the last seven days.

A week built around Real Women, Real Lives

We know that women experience sport and physical activity differently — and that barriers can look very different from person to person. That’s why this week is about information, inspiration and connection, not pressure or performance.

Across the week, you can join:

• Online forums and webinars covering topics like:
  • Injury prevention
  • Training around menstruation
  • Physical activity through menopause
• Female-centred activity sessions taking place across the county
• Inspiring talks from current athletes and coaches sharing their lived experiences

Whether you’re highly active, returning after a break, or just curious, there’s something here for you.

The Celebration Day: Friday 6th March at Canolfan Pentre Awel

We’ll finish the week with a fun, welcoming Celebration Day on Friday 6th March, bringing women and girls together in a relaxed, social setting.

Expect:

• Information stalls and support services
• Social games and rounders
• Opportunities to try activities with no pressure to “be good”
• A chance to meet other women from across Carmarthenshire

This event will also mark the launch of our Period Dignity video and campaign, opening up important conversations and reinforcing that periods should never be a barrier to participation.

Why Join Us?

Because sport belongs to everyone.

Because knowledge builds confidence.

Because community makes a difference.

And because International Women’s Day is about more than celebration — it’s about action.

Join the Conversation. Join the Movement.

All events across the week are completely FREE, but your voice, experience and presence are invaluable.

Join the online forums

Come along to the sessions

Celebrate with us on Friday 6th March

Let’s make Carmarthenshire a place where every woman and girl feels welcome, supported and empowered through sport.