Celebrating Women’s History Month at SXSW EDU

Every March, we celebrate Women’s History Month, a time to recognize the groundbreaking achievements, resilience, and contributions of women throughout history. From education pioneers to STEM innovators, civil rights leaders, and changemakers in every field, women have shaped the world we live in today.

At SXSW EDU 2025, we are proud to honor Women’s History Month by amplifying the voices of incredible women who are driving change in education and beyond. This year’s programming features trailblazing speakers, thought-provoking discussions, inspiring films, and engaging sessions that highlight the power, impact, and potential of women worldwide.

Must-attend female-focused events at SXSW EDU 2025:

Explore how sports empower young women, breaking down barriers through access, opportunity, and representation. The panel Breaking Barriers: How Sports Set Young Women Up for Success highlights groundbreaking research on the impact of athletics on leadership and success for generations to come.

Success in the workplace goes beyond academics. Join Harvard Business Review for Women at Work: Navigating the Hidden Curriculum: What Schools Don't Teach Women About Work, a live podcast taping uncovering the unwritten rules of career growth—from negotiating raises to mastering office politics—so students can navigate work culture with confidence.

With 8 in 10 women education leaders lacking negotiation training, the panel Beyond Compromise: Mastering Negotiation to Advance Women will offer expert insights on strengthening these skills and applying strategic decision-making with the purpose of advancing women in leadership.

STEM industries face a recruitment crisis, yet Hollywood fails to showcase women as science leaders. The Keynote Screening Bias: Breaking Down Barriers for Women in STEM on TV shows why representation in science television matters and how visibility can inspire the next generation of women in STEM.

Discover how cohort-based learning models foster leadership, resilience, and advocacy in young women. Join the solo A Healing-Centered Approach to Girls’ Leadership Development to explore research-backed strategies that transform individual experiences into collective change.

Meet three young entrepreneurs reshaping the literary world by expanding access to diverse stories. The Featured Session Three Innovators Discuss Books, Media, & Entrepreneurship dives into how social media and entrepreneurship are fueling a new era of storytelling, connection, and literacy.

As we celebrate Women’s History Month, SXSW EDU is proud to spotlight the voices, stories, and achievements of women who are shaping the future of education and beyond. From powerful Keynotes to dynamic discussions and groundbreaking films, this year’s programming is designed to inspire, empower, and drive meaningful change. Don’t miss your chance to be part of these vital conversations!

Don’t Miss Out On SXSW EDU 2025

Register and book your hotel today to break new ground in education through compelling sessions, in-depth workshops, mentorship, film screenings, trailblazing competitions, a dynamic expo, networking opportunities, and so much more at SXSW EDU from March 3-6, 2025.

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