FWRM raises concern over commercialization of International Women’s Day

2026-03-08 - 05:55

The Fijian Women’s Rights Movement has raised concerns about the increasing commercialization of International Women’s Day, warning that the true purpose of the day is being overshadowed by corporate campaigns and marketing slogans. Speaking during an event to mark the occasion, Executive Director Nalini Singh says International Women’s Day was founded on activism and the