Parliamentary Breakfast 2026: Canberra

Parliamentary Breakfast is the official parliamentary launch of International Women's Day. Held annually, the event is hosted by the Prime Minister of Australia, Anthony Albanese and Leader of the Opposition, Sussan Ley in support of UN Women Australia.

This International Women’s Day, join us at Parliamentary Breakfast in 2026 as we celebrate under the theme 'Balance the Scales'.

Balance the Scales is a promise that every woman and girl - regardless of background or identity - deserve to be safe, respected, and free to shape their own lives.

When: Thursday, 5 February 2026

Doors open: 7.10am

Event: 7.30 - 9.15am

Where: Great Hall, Australian Parliament House, Parliament Drive, Canberra

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For enquiries, please contact events@unwomen.org.au

For information on our IWD lunch events on Wed 4 March in Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney, please refer to the www.iwd.net.au

On behalf of the world’s women and girls, we would like to thank you in advance for the very real difference your contribution and fundraising efforts will make to their lives.

Please refer to the IWD 2026 T&Cs