This annual global festival, championed by the Southbank Centre’s artistic director Jude Kelly, celebrates women’s achievements and discusses the obstacles they face across the world. The schedule includes a world exclusive premier of a documentary on the award-winning African-American author Alice Walker, Sarah Brown on campaigning, power, and communicating effectively, Julia Hobsbawm, businesswoman and Media Woman of the Year 2012 explains how to tap into your networking skills while Ahdaf Souief leads a panel on women and the Middle East and leading black writers and activists talk about why feminism and race do mix.
Date: 6-10 March 2013
Venue: Southbank Centre
Price: Check website
Booking: 020 7960 4200
Website: wow.southbankcentre.co.uk/