Every March 8th, Something Shifts. International Women’s Day isn’t just another calendar event, but a moment when workplaces around the world actually pause and ask: How are women faring in our teams and how are they being nurtured to reach their fullest potential.
#IWD2026 at Movate witnessed different women voicing their views. The IWD movement’s own campaign theme for 2026: #GiveToGain invites us to think about the ripple effect of investing in women: when you give women opportunity, mentorship, and voice, everyone gains. This theme couldn’t be more fitting for the kind of inclusive culture Movate has been building.
Eighteen years as an agent to Program Manager. And now, from being an agent to a Team Leader in under two years while raising three kids. These are real Movate stories from IWD 2026 , proof that #GiveToGain isn’t just a hashtag. When organizations genuinely invest in women, the growth speaks for itself.
Key Takeaways
- The IWD 2026 theme
- The energy at Movate, Mauritius
- At Movate in China…
- Voices resonate across locations
The IWD 2026 Theme: #GiveToGain— What Does It Actually Mean?
#GiveToGain is really about asking organizations and individuals to make intentional investments in women without expecting an immediate transaction in return. Give mentorship. Give visibility. Give credit. Give space at the table.
For Movate, operating across continents and cultures, that philosophy plays out every single day. The women at Movate are leading teams, mentoring peers, managing complex client programs, and driving outcomes that matter. And when you create the right environment for women to thrive? Everyone in the team gains.
The Energy at Movate Mauritius
Movate’s Mauritius office looked like a party that also happened to be a moment of genuine recognition. The team pulled together two back-to-back celebrations: one tied to the Women’s Day theme and another weaving in the spirit of the island nation’s own cultural pride.
Women from different teams came together, dressed up, and really leaned into the day. But more than the festivity, there was an atmosphere of acknowledgment; team leads and colleagues took a moment to genuinely recognize the women in their midst.
Movate China: A Celebration with Cultural Warmth
Over in the Movate China office, the Women’s Day celebration carried a different energy: one that blended the company’s global culture with local tradition; in China, March 8th carries its own cultural significance, and the Movate team embraced that fully.
Voices Across the Movate Family: Real Women, Real Stories
What makes Movate’s #IWD2026 stand out isn’t just the celebrations, but diverse voices that resonate; employees shared their personal journeys (posts on LinkedIn) and highlighted important moments in their careers.
Here’s what some of our employees had to say.
Diana Anillo, Customer Service Representative – Colombia
Diana’s words carry a quiet determination. Her take on challenge and confidence is something a lot of early-career professionals will find themselves nodding along to.
“Being at Movate has been a journey of learning and growth for me. Every challenge along the way has helped me become stronger and more confident in what I’m capable of achieving. What motivates me most is knowing that my work makes a difference and that there is always an opportunity to keep learning, improving, and moving forward.”
— Diana, Movate
Maria Ahumada, Engineer – Colombia
Maria Ahumada’s post touched on something personal: the relationship between trust, ownership, and professional confidence. Her growth story is one of steady, determined progress.
“Being part of Movate has helped me grow both professionally and personally. Every challenge has encouraged me to learn more, trust my abilities, and become more confident in what I do. I’m grateful to work in an environment where I can continue improving, take ownership of my work, and keep pushing myself to achieve more every day.”
— Maria, Movate
Ana Franco, Customer Service Representative – Colombia
Ana joined in 2022 and has found in Movate something she values above almost everything else at work: the warmth of the people around her.
“Since joining Movate in 2022, my journey has been one of professional growth and learning. Movate has given me the opportunity to grow in an environment surrounded by wonderful people who bring warmth, humanity, and teamwork to everything we do. Being part of an organization that inspires and builds the future, motivates me to keep growing every day.”
— Ana, Movate
#GiveToGain: Not Just Another Day
The stories are accounts of growth, challenge, balance, and purpose. The IWD 2026 theme: #GiveToGain is a reminder that the work is ongoing and progress is tangible; every organization has to choose, year after year, how they move forward.
References
International Women’s Day. (2026). IWD 2026 Campaign theme: Give to gain. https://www.internationalwomensday.com/
Movate. (2026a). Independence Day celebration in Mauritius [LinkedIn post]. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/movate_independence-day-celebration-in-mauritius-activity-7440721570970406912-8Khn
Movate. (2026b). Women’s Day celebration at Movate Mauritius [LinkedIn post]. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/movate_womens-day-celebration-at-movate-mauritius-activity-7439996624401125376-AoSf
Movate. (2026c). Women’s Day celebration at Movate China [LinkedIn post]. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/movate_womens-day-celebration-at-movate-china-activity-7439951270565535744-PkgI
FAQs
Movate celebrated International Women’s Day 2026 with events in the office and across other locations, including festive celebrations at its Mauritius and China and other locations.
The company also ran a LinkedIn spotlight series featuring 16 women employees sharing their personal career journeys, growth stories, and leadership milestones, bringing the IWD 2026 themes of #GiveToGain and “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls” to life through real voices from across the Movate family.
The IWD campaign theme is #GiveToGain. This theme helps individuals and organizations to invest in women through mentorship, opportunity, and visibility. This helps to understand that when women thrive, communities and businesses benefit as a whole.
According to the experts, there are 3 official hashtags for International Women’s Day 2026.
– #GiveToGain is the IWD campaign hashtag;
#ForAllWomenAndGirls is the UN’s official hashtag tied to their theme “Rights. Justice. Action for ALL Women and Girls”; and,
#IWD2026 – the global event hashtag used across all platforms and campaigns.
#GiveToGain is the International Women’s Day 2026 campaign theme. It encourages enterprises and individuals to intentionally invest in women. These include mentorship, access to leadership opportunities, visibility, and skill development.
When companies give women the right environment and support to grow, entire teams, organizations, and communities gain; for companies like Movate, this philosophy reflects a day-to-day commitment to building inclusive cultures where women can lead, contribute, and thrive.
According to the team at Movate, the company supports women in the workplace through a culture of continuous learning, mentorship, and internal growth opportunities.
Women at Movate have progressed from frontline agent roles to senior leadership positions, including Delivery Directors, Senior Project Managers, Operations Managers, and Program Managers. These employees have been with the company for years and credit Movate’s collaborative environment.
The company also prioritizes work-life balance, which employees like Bindu Murali and Dianalynne Umali have highlighted as key to managing both career growth and family responsibilities. Read about women at Movate.