It was an honour to have attended the Canterbury Bankstown Chamber of Commerce's 2025 International Women's Day Celebration on the 7th of March. We came together not just to celebrate the remarkable contributions of women in our community but to reaffirm our commitment to gender equality and the empowerment of future generations. The theme for 2025, Accelerate Action, reflects the urgency of fostering inclusion, leadership, and progress across New South Wales. This event brings together leaders from business, community, and youth sectors, highlighting the collective power of diverse voices driving change. Through the events keynote speech and panel discussion, we honour the resilience, vision, and impact of extraordinary women who continue to break barriers and shape a more equitable future. Thank you to everyone who made this event possible—your dedication strengthens our community and ensures the momentum for progress continues. Let's keep pushing forward, accelerating action for lasting change.