2025 AIM WA International Women’s Day Luncheon

On Friday, 14 March 2025, the Fiona Wood Foundation team gathered at HQ, joining over 600 inspiring women and men for the inaugural AIM WA International Women’s Day Luncheon.

Fiona was a keynote speaker at the event, where she delivered a powerful message about what #MarchForward means to her. She shared

 “I was one of twelve women in my year, and people said, ‘You can’t do that — women don’t do surgery.’ So my standard answer became, ‘Well, I’m really good at embroidery — does it help?’ And I walked on by. If somebody says, ‘You can’t do that,’ without engaging, helping, or offering a solution, just walk on by. Don’t waste your precious breath or your precious time.”

In a moving moment during the luncheon, Fiona invited Megan Basioloi, a survivor of the 2002 Bali Bombings, to share her story. Megan spoke with honesty and strength about survival and resilience, reminding us of the impact of kindness — and how, even in our darkest moments, it’s often the compassion of others that stays with us the longest. Her story was a heartfelt reminder that resilience and growth aren’t endpoints, but ongoing journeys we must continue to nurture and embrace.

We had a fantastic time at the event and want to thank the Happiness Co. Foundation for warmly welcoming us into such a supportive, values-driven community. Sharing this space with people who believe in kindness, collaboration, and creating a better future was both uplifting and inspiring.