International Women’s Day 2026 – Give To Gain

The Women in Projects Network proudly continues its six-year tradition of celebrating International Women’s Day. In 2026, we embrace the global theme *Give To Gain*, with a focus on personal growth, giving back, ,and enhancing career visibility and marketability.

Give To Gain emphasizes the power of reciprocity. When we generously share time, knowledge, visibility, and support, opportunities multiple and we all rise.

Event Agenda (CET)
14:00 – 14:15 | Opening & Welcome
14:15 – 15:30 | Keynote & Live Q&A – Nerine Jones
15:30 – 16:30 | Talk & Q&A – Marcus Morrison
16:30 – 17:00 | Panel Discussion & Closing Reflections

Nerine Jones – Talk Title: Give Your Vital – How Visibility, Voice, and Value Help Women Rise Together

Nerine Jones is a global Personal Brand and Style Expert with experience across South Africa, Qatar, and The Netherlands. Formerly a Brand Manager for NIVEA, she helps women build visibility, confidence, and credibility by aligning purpose, presence, and professional impact.

Talk Summary: Give To Gain is not passive—it is intentional. In this keynote, Nerine Jones challenges women to stop shrinking, waiting, or hiding their strengths. Drawing on her Vital V framework—Visibility, Voice, and Value—she demonstrates how personal presence becomes a powerful gift to others. When women show up with clarity and courage, they model what is possible and create momentum for collective growth.

Benefits to You: Attendees will gain practical tools to strengthen their personal brand, communicate with confidence, and align their career presence with their purpose. This session empowers participants to step up, speak up, and show up—not for applause, but for meaningful, lasting impact.


Marcus Morrison – Talk Title: Give Yourself the Career You Deserve

Marcus Morrison is a senior recruitment and talent leader specialising in employability, career ownership, and workforce transformation. He supports professionals in navigating career change with confidence, clarity, and practical strategies that strengthen long-term career resilience.

Topic Summary: In this practical and empowering session, Marcus Morrison explores how professionals can actively take ownership of their careers in an evolving job market. Rather than waiting for opportunity, Marcus encourages participants to invest in employability, skills relevance, and personal accountability. Attendees will gain insight into how giving time and attention to their development increases confidence, adaptability, and career momentum.

Benefits to You: This talk offers actionable guidance on positioning yourself for growth, making informed career decisions, and building a career aligned with both personal values and market demand.

Panel Discussion

Women in Projects PMI Chapters – Poland, United Kingdom, Germany
Panel Topic: What Does ‘Give To Gain’ Mean in 2026?
Moderator: Ruth Hunter, Project Manager, J&J.

This panel will address moderated questions from the audience and discuss their take on the theme for 2026. Our speakers will also explore regional perspectives on mentoring, community building, reciprocity, and how women can collectively strengthen professional ecosystems through intentional giving.

Join us in celebrating International Women’s Day 2026 and embracing the spirit of giving, mentoring, and empowerment. Together, we rise by lifting others.
Be part of an inspiring global celebration. Register now to secure your place in this empowering event and join a community that believes in the strength of giving back to gain forward.

Please address any questions to: Martin.Bertram@pmi-gc.de