Guildhall in Derry to celebrate 50 years of international woman's day with upcoming event

UNISON will be celebrating the 50th Anniversary of International Women’s Day by holding an empowering event at Guildhall in Derry on Saturday March 8.

The event is supported by the Mayor, Cllr Lilian Seenoi Barr and is aimed at inspiring the next generation of feminist change-makers by raising awareness of the power of activism and how young woman can harness this power to make meaningful changes in society..

Doors open at 6.30pm with a drinks reception and light refreshments.

Registeration can be found by clicking the following link:
https://forms.microsoft.com/e/fEwEYribHi

There will be a Panel discussion chaired by Patricia McKeown, UNISON Regional Secretary.

The Panel will consist of Speakers representing Foyle Women’s Aid, Disability Action, International Black and Migrant Workers, LGBTQ+ and UNISON’s Young Members.

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The Panel will consist of the following Speakers:
Marie Brown, Foyle Women’s Aid
Joanne Sansome, Disability Action
Beverley Simpson, International Black and Migrant Workers
Caoimhe Quigley – LGBT+
Jessica McVeigh, Young Member UNISON

The event will conclude with an empowering performance directed by Casey-Jade Campbell, performed by Lisneal students and organised by FUSE arts.