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12 News & Sports mojatu .com CELEBRATING INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 2018: On 8 March 2018, women from all walks of life and faith came together to celebrate International Women’s Day which was held at the Hyson Green Community Centre. International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. Facilitated by Valentine Nkoyo of Mojatu Foundation, this year, attendees ‘Pressed for Progress’ with an array of information stalls and inspiring speeches by Councillors Neghat Khan, Merlita Bryan, Carole Jones and other women who are examples of women who have ‘Pressed for Progress’ and made significant strides in their lives. The event also included a fashion show, information stalls, awards ceremony and workshops delivered by Self Help Nottingham and Blue Mountain Women. Attendees were treated to delicious meals drawn from African, Caribbean and Asian cuisines. The event was organised by 11-Tech-18, funded by Nottingham Equal and supported by Nottingham City Council, Nottingham Women’s Centre, Self Help UK, Global Sistaz United and Mojatu Foundation.