The March 8th event will celebrate female creatives and entrepreneurs

By Neandra Etienne

Newham Council will be providing a platform for local female creatives and entrepreneurs in a celebration event for International Women’s Day 2024.

The event includes: art, music, food, conversation, marketplace, exhibitions from Sylvie Belbouab and speeches from local community leaders.

This event will be hosted by Newham Council Chief Executive Abi Gbago, Friday 8 March, 7-9pm, Old Town Hall Stratford, 29 the Broadway, E15 4BQ.

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