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Women’s Festival hits town this month

From glass ceilings and motherhood penalty to body shaming and sex negativity, the modern-day woman remains shackled by prejudice, stereotypes and taboos on her path to autonomy and empowerment. The Women’s Festival, which is entering its second edition this year, seeks to bring to light these tribulations of womanhood, while celebrating “self-love, self-care and self-expression” with an eclectic mix of workshops, talks, music shows and film screenings from 23 August to 1 September. Whether you are looking to become a “momtrepreneur”, get to know more about ethnic minority women in Hong Kong, or rethink your religion from a gender-conscious perspective, there is something in the programme to suit your interests and aspirations.

Organised by Eaton HK, Sally Coco and Reel Women Hong Kong, the festival contributes part of its ticket proceeds to women’s support groups, including Rainlily, HER Fund, the Hong Kong Women Worker’s Association and the Association of Women with Disabilities Hong Kong, among others.

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