International Women’s Day Speech

KEYNOTE SPEECH

Award-winning Speaker & Business Psychologist delivers an inspiring keynote, a speech packed with practical actions that drive real behaviour change at work. Janet Taras is a Business Psychologist who has partnered with hundreds of organisations to create workplaces where women of all backgrounds can thrive. She challenges conventional thinking and helps teams have the meaningful — and sometimes difficult — conversations about gender that lead to genuine progress. A passionate advocate for equity, Janet harnesses the power of psychology to make work fairer and more fulfilling for everyone. In high demand globally, Janet is known for her creative insights, lively delivery, and ability to turn evidence into action. Her sessions are dynamic, practical, and inspiring — a true “don’t miss” experience. For this year’s theme, Janet is introducing a powerful new keynote: the theme to be announced in November 2026. This isn’t just a talk about information or stories — it’s an experience designed to spark real behavioural change. Janet reveals clear, evidence-based actions that can reshape workplace behaviours and help transform organisational culture. Drawing on the latest empirical research, she explores the often unseen inhibitors that hold back progress toward equality. The session shines a light on the systemic forces woven into everyday workplace dynamics — and shows how awareness and action can illuminate every stage of the employee journey. Janet invites her audience to turn the lens inward, challenging the assumptions and biases that reside within us all — because true strength begins with self-awareness. Together, she and her audience examine the subtle interpersonal dynamics that impede change and uncover innovative strategies to overcome them. This keynote will push you to think deeply, inspire you to act boldly, and equip you with practical tools to drive genuine progress. You’ll leave more aware, more motivated, and ready to help build a workplace — and a world — where gender equality unlocks everyone’s potential.

Janet’s keynote speeches and training programs have unleashed 1,000s of essential conversations, resulting in more people feeling empowered to tackle everyday work challenges.
Janet’s clients include Google, GSK, Superdrug, Merck, Klarna, Lotus, Kraft, Pepsi, Marks & Spencer’s and many more.
She is known as one of the most provocative speakers on Employee voice & Leadership Conversations and has spoken in over 25 cities inspiring more people to speak up, and inspiring more organisations to make it safe to do so.

A Few Of Our Clients Include

“The Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association invited Janet to present at the 2016 annual Leadership Summit. Her workshop on “Leading Courageous Conversations” was a huge success. Participants left the room excited and motivated to turn her tips and ideas into action.”

Janet’s session was excellent and I feel my confidence has improved 100%

“At our International Women’s Day Celebration this year I wanted a speaker that would give some useful practical tips for those attending to take away. Janet’s short and punchy speech on the importance of being an accomplished public speaker fit the bill, was very well received by the audience and contributed to a highly successful event.”

“I Loved It! It was great to listen to someone breakdown personalities and clarify how to understand them and react in the best way”

“I have been to numerous courses/workshops and I believe I have learnt so much today, and going forward how I would deal differently with all types of conversations. The Dare strategy will be something that I will roll out to my team”

We would certainly recommend Janet to companies looking to strengthen their employees’ confidence and people leadership capabilities, and re-frame how managing conflict can be perceived.”

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