In a vibrant celebration of strength, culture and sisterhood, global technology company SAP marked International Women’s Day 2026 with “HER RUN By SAP,” a unique health, safety and well-being initiative designed to spotlight the resilience and unity of women.
The celebration which focused on community, wellness, and empowerment, featured a run for employees and their families, as well as health initiatives like bone density check-ups and breast cancer screening.
More than a fitness event, the initiative which was flagged off by Sindhu Gangadharan, MD of SAP Labs India, transformed the simple act of running into a powerful cultural statement. Women participants took to the course dressed in sarees, blending India’s timeless tradition with a modern display of confidence, determination and collective empowerment.
Organizers described the event as a celebration where culture meets courage, underscoring the message that women can embrace both heritage and progress while redefining boundaries.
Held as part of SAP’s broader commitment to workplace wellness and gender inclusion, the event sought to encourage women to prioritize their health while also strengthening networks of solidarity and support.
Participants said the run symbolized far more than athletic endurance. Running in sarees—an attire often associated with grace and tradition—became a statement of resilience, identity and pride, reinforcing the idea that women’s strength can flourish without abandoning cultural roots.
As the world commemorates International Women’s Day 2026, initiatives like HER RUN highlight the growing movement to celebrate women not only for their achievements but also for their courage to lead, inspire and redefine possibilities.
For many who joined the event, every stride was a reminder that empowered women move society forward, together.
