Independent opens exhibition at Outernet to have fun International Women’s Day | EUROtoday

Portraits of among the UK’s most extraordinary and pioneering girls have been unveiled at an exhibition to mark International Women’s Day.

The girls are all named on Independent Women 2026 – The Influence List, a compilation of the nation’s 50 most influential girls shaping the world round us. Featuring girls throughout artwork, politics, sport, and enterprise, the record s targeted on the theme “give to gain”, in recognition of the extraordinary sacrifices many of those girls have needed to make to succeed.

Topping the record this 12 months is England’s tremendous sub Chloe Kelly, who has turn out to be one thing of a nationwide hero for her knack for pulling her group out of sticky conditions. The Arsenal and England ahead has taken the primary spot for her excellent athletic achievements which aren’t solely inspiring younger folks, however altering soccer itself.

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Claudia Winkleman, the Princess of Wales, Shabana Mahmood and Lily Allen are additionally named on the record, which was launched forward of International Women’s Day.

Portraits of 9 of the ladies have have been captured by visionary photographer Sane Seven in celebration of their phenomenal achievements. The highly effective photographs are on show in an exhibition at Outernet London from 8 March till 31 March.

Each girl has been requested about their experiences and ideas across the feminine expertise. These video interviews shall be screened alongside the portraits at Outernet, essentially the most visited cultural attraction within the UK.

The exhibition is held in partnership with the UK’s largest home abuse charity Refuge, with attendees studying concerning the organisation’s important work and inspired to assist its lifesaving companies.

It shall be free to view for all on the house close to Tottenham Court Road station. Visitors are invited to offer their assist to Refuge by texting IWD to 70470 to donate £10.

Chloe Hubbard, UK Editor of The Independentstated: “Now in its fourth year, our influence list has become a beloved annual staple that we are all so incredibly proud of. Once again, the women included in the list were hotly debated by our panel for weeks before eventually agreeing on the order. We feel our list represents what was an extraordinary year for women’s achievement – particularly on the global sporting stage. There was very little argument when it came to our number one, Chloe Kelly – a truly remarkable and resilient character who captured the hearts of the nation when she netted that final penalty in Euro 2025.”

“We have once again partnered with Sane Seven, whose art captures some of the trailblazers on our list. We’ve always known how good she is, but it’s becoming increasingly easy to persuade our listees to be photographed thanks to Sane’s truly unique talent. We are excited to see her work displayed on the screens at Outernet London in support of Refuge throughout March.”

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Jessica Dracup-Holland, Chief Marketing Officer at Outernet added:“We’re incredibly proud to welcome this powerful collaboration with The Independent back to Outernet for a third consecutive year. Together, we’ve created a platform where storytelling, journalism and creativity meet at scale, transforming our screens into a space where women’s voices, achievements and lived experiences can be seen by thousands of visitors every day.”

“Each year this partnership has grown in ambition and impact, and continues to amplify representation, champion cultural leadership and creates meaningful moments of connection with our audiences. International Women’s Day is an opportunity not only to celebrate extraordinary women, but to spark conversations that inspire progress. At Outernet, we are honoured to help bring these stories to life in the heart of central London.”

Laura Burnell, Head of Communications and Marketing at Refuge remarked: “Refuge is delighted to once again be part of The Independent’s Influential Women exhibition for International Women’s Day. This platform helps shine a light on women driving change, and it comes at a crucial moment. With one in four women facing domestic abuse in her lifetime, Refuge’s work has never been more vital. Our longstanding partnership with The Independent keeps domestic abuse visible and shines a light on our life‑saving work.”

Sane Seven, Photographer stated: “For this project with The IndependentI wanted the portraits to feel measured and real. These are women who hold serious influence, and the photographs needed to reflect both their achievement and the fact that equality is still being worked through across the world.”