Health is Wealth
The Caribbean & African Health Network (CAHN) is proud to announce its International Women’s Day 2026 celebration, themed “Health is Wealth – Advancing the Mental, Physical and Emotional Wellbeing of Black Women.”
Taking place on Thursday 12th March 2026, this impactful event will bring together health professionals, community leaders, advocates and women from across the Caribbean and African communities for a transformative day of dialogue, empowerment and celebration.
International Women’s Day 2026 places Black women’s health at the centre of economic security, leadership sustainability and community wellbeing. The event will address key issues including mental health and burnout, reproductive and womb health, menopause and midlife wellbeing, racialised stress, and financial empowerment.
Registration open! Click here:
https://portal.cahn.org.uk/IWD2026
Our International Women’s Day event is a time we join the rest of the world to celebrate all women, especially our Women of the Caribbean and African Community.
We will celebrate through workshops, keynote talks, lived experience testimonies, celebratory dinner, networking and cultural performances.
Event Topics:
Mental Health & Burnout
Reproductive & Womb Health
Menopause & Midlife Wellbeing
Racialised Stress & Emotional Labour
Leadership, Employment & Financial Empowerment
Speakers:
Dr Annabel Sowemimo
Dr Annabel Sowemimo is a doctor, academic, activist and writer.
Bukky Ayoade, Founder, Vibrant Midlife Wellness Practice CIC
And other distinguished speakers and community leaders.
Date: Thursday 12th March 2026
Times:
13:00hrs – Conference & Workshops
16:30hrs – Networking and Dinner
18:00 – 20:00hrs – Celebration of Women
Thursday 12th March 2026 | Location: *The Sheridan, 371 Oldham Rd, Miles Platting, Manchester
Do you have a business or organisation you wish to showcase?
Book your stall today:
https://portal.cahn.org.uk/iwdstall2026
This event is presented by the Caribbean & African Health Network (CAHN) in collaboration with National Black Women’s Network, Cancer Care Diaspora UK. Ministry of Angels, Safty for Sisters, wellbeing for mothers
