#IWD2026
On 5–6 March, 2026, in honor of International Women’s Day, the Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association (HBA) will bring together a global community for a powerful two-day virtual experience centered on the unifying theme: Give to Gain.
This 17+ hour global event will feature live, back-to-back programming designed to educate, connect, and inspire healthcare and life sciences professionals across regions, roles, and lived experiences. Participants from HBA’s global regions and affinity groups will come together to elevate diverse voices, share insights, and spark meaningful change.
International Women’s Day is both a celebration and a call to action. This experience will explore confidence, informed decision-making, self-advocacy, and representative leadership as essential drivers of stronger healthcare systems and better outcomes for individuals, organizations, and communities.
| Time | Program |
|---|---|
| 12 - 1 PM ET |
Southeast Region How Healthcare Leaders Can Transform Women’s Health Experiences |
| 1- 2 PM ET | New England Region |
| 2 - 3 PM ET |
Women in Science The Major Economic Upside to Closing the Women’s Health Gap |
| 3 - 4 PM ET |
Mid-Atlantic Region The Arc of a Career: Progress and Perspective |
| 4 - 5 PM ET |
Midwest Region The Courage to Ask: How Confident Help‑Seeking Strengthens Success |
| 5 - 6 PM ET |
Women in Healthcare Give Back Transformational Leadership Through Care, Presence and Advocacy |
| 6 - 7 PM ET |
Mosaic Leadership Collective Men as Partners in Progress-Sponsoring for Meaningful Change |
| 7 - 8 PM ET |
Pacific Region Busy Is a Drug — Here’s How High Performers Quit |
| 8 - 9 PM ET |
Southwest Region Rhinestone Cowgirl: A Journey of Resilience, Leadership, and Finding a Place to Soar |
| 9 - 10 PM ET |
HBA Peak Performance Silent Sabotage: What’s Really Getting in the Way of Great Leadership |
| 3 - 4 AM ET |
Brussels Leading Beyond Yourself: How Developing Others Expands Your Leadership Impact |
| 6 - 7 AM ET |
Dublin How Leaders Multiply Impact by Elevating Those Around Them |
| 7 - 8 AM ET |
Voices of Tomorrow From Disruption to Direction: Navigating Career Change in a Shifting Industry |
| 8 - 9 AM ET |
Canada Region Personal Branding as a Gift, not a Performance: An Honest Conversation About Navigating the Careers We Want |
| 9 - 10 AM ET | Athens |
| 10 - 11 AM ET |
Puerto Rico The Multiplier Effect: Small Actions, Big Impact |
| 11 AM - 12 PM ET |
NY Tri State Region The Women’s Health Gap Remains Substantially Underfunded: Addressing Imbalance |
Are you ready to elevate your brand’s visibility across the healthcare industry? Download our 2026 International Women’s Day sponsorship brochure today and secure your place at the HBA’s global event, featuring the #GiveToGain theme, on 5-6 March. Our full two-day programming delivers 17 hours of engaging content viewed by thousands of industry professionals, with exclusive benefits including logo placement, speaker opportunities, complimentary registrations, and access to opted-in attendee contact lists. Position your brand at the forefront of the healthcare industry and connect with key professionals across North America, South America, Canada, EMEA, and APAC!