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The space between

Great debate last night. A really illuminating discussion which, intentionally or not, showed that there are many shared issues of concern across the parties including maternity/paternity leave; rape and violence against women; equal pay and the difference that more women in politics would bring to the debate.

Last night also starkly highlighted the [...]

What does the election mean for women? - short film

Check out this short youtube film for our event next Weds
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrHapmnR-fU

New speakers confirmed: What does the next election mean for women?

We’re very excited to announce that we now have all our speakers confirmed for what should prove to be a very interesting discussion next Wednesday evening.

24th February 2009
6:30pm – 8:30pm
Committee Room 20, House of Commons, SW1A 0AA

Confirmed speakers are:
Roberta Blackman-Woods MP (Lab): MP for City of Durham and Co-Chair of the PLP Women’s Committee
Mary [...]

Superbowl Sunday and Sexism

I don’t mean to be a partypooper but I was struck by the sexism of Superbowl Sunday. I am fortunate enough to currently be on holiday in the US. I spent Superbowl Sunday in California and we watched the Colts play New Orleans. It was good fun and it was exciting to be here to [...]

New Speaker Announced

We’re delighted to announce that Roberta Blackman-Woods MP will be joining the panel on February 24th.

Watch this space to find out who the Lib Dem speaker will be.

What will the election mean for women?

We’re very excited to announce details of our next event:

What does the next election mean for women?
24th February 2009, 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Our first event of 2010 will be a panel discussion with representatives from the three main political parties to talk about, and answer your questions about what the upcoming election will mean for women, [...]