WomenEd NI organised an unplugged event for International Women's Day 2026 on Saturday 28 February at the Belfast Creative Learning Centre in W5 LIFE. Nerve Centre hosted the event as Education Manager for Belfast. Speakers gave lightning talks of five minutes and deep dives of 20 minutes. A spinning wheel selected the order of speakers.

Corinne Latham, Principal of Seaview Primary, spoke on keeping focus on children during education policy discussions and adapting the curriculum to local needs. Judith Burns discussed women taking on others' needs and the need to set personal limits. Nicole O’Connor addressed difficulties of expertise in online environments and the need to build improved systems.

Jackie Hill said leadership means serving as a model for youth using established ethical guidelines. Laura McAleer called for acknowledging colleagues' ideas and backing other women's efforts. Mambokadzi Emelia addressed Afro-Caribbean heritage, culture, and identity in education.

Izabela Dowrzycz from Poland described her route to leadership and emphasised the role of representation and boldness. Fiona Holmes shared her experience with addiction recovery and stated that seeking assistance demonstrates strength. Joan Henderson discussed isolation in leadership and the value of collaboration to help others progress.

Ciara Hunter recounted creating organ donation education materials for Northern Ireland schools following her sister's death.