International Women's Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also serves as a call to action for accelerating gender parity.
The IWD 2026 Give to Gain campaign encourages a mindset of generosity and collaboration. When we give, everyone gains.
Give to Gain emphasizes the power of reciprocity and support. When people, organizations, and communities give generously, opportunities and support for women increase. Giving is not a subtraction, it's intentional multiplication. Whether through donations, knowledge, resources, infrastructure, visibility, advocacy, education, training, mentoring, or time, contributing to women's advancement helps create a more supportive and interconnected world.
11:00am
Opening Prayer
Ricardra Bethel, Claims Concierge, BFG
11:02am
Welcome
Ianthia Ferguson, Media & Content Coach
11:10am
Opening Remarks
Alison J. Treco, Executive Chair, BFH
11:15am
Reframing Pressure as Purpose: Resilience & Growth in High-Stakes Environments
Gian Dean, Deputy Director General and Head of the Multilateral and Political Affairs Bureau, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Commonwealth of The Bahamas
11:45am
This Isn’t Working for Me Anymore
Dr. Edrica Richardson (“Dr. E”), Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist
12:05pm
Presence over Perfection [INTERACTIVE – CONTENT CREATION]
Darea Rolle, Social Media & Branding Specialist
Introduced by Charisma Roker, Marketing Coordinator, BFCS
12:50pm
Closing Remarks
Melanie Hutcheson, Group Marketing & Communications Manager, BFCS
12:50pm – 1:45pm
LUNCH
2:15pm – 3:00pm
LUNCH
3:00pm
Welcome
Lauren-Ashley Turner, Sr. Business Analyst, BFCS
Ashley Fox, Customer Service Representative – Personal Lines, NUA
3:10pm
Uncomfortable Giving
Tamika Roberts, Founding President, Bahamas Kidney Association
3:40pm
Choosing Courage to Gain Confidence
Dandreia Bethel, Founder & Designer, Dandreia Designs
4:00pm
Make Your Mark [INTERACTIVE – POTTERY PAINTING]
Gia Singh, Proprietor, Paint Your Own Pottery
Introduced by Merinique Ferguson, Technical Accountant, BFCS
4:55pm – 5:00pm
Closing Remarks
Melanie Hutcheson, Group Marketing & Communications Manager, BFCS
5:30pm – 6:30pm
TGIF KARAOKE & HAPPY HOUR
