Feminism in London 2010 – London Feminist Network – 23rd October 2010

Feminism in London 2010

10am-5pm, Saturday 23 October
Friends Meeting House
173-177 Euston Road, London, NW1 2BJ
Nearest tube: Euston

Whether you’re new to feminism or a seasoned campaigner, come and join us at Feminism in London 2010, a one day conference organised by the London Feminist Network.

The day is open to women and pro-feminist men and will feature many of the feminist activist groups that are campaigning in and around London. There will be talks, workshops and the chance to network.

“Feminism in London 09 blew me away. I’ve never been to such a moving and inspiring event, and never felt before such a real sense of being part of a movement.”

Speakers include:
Ceri Goddard, Nadje Al-Ali, Wendy Savage, Naana Otoo-Oyortey, Ann Rossiter, Rebecca Mott, Rebecca Morden, Kate Smurthwaite, Lesley Page, Leila Alikarami, Yasmin Rehman.

Panels
Women in public life, International Feminism, Reproductive health

Workshops
Feminist Primer; Feminist self-defence and assertiveness training; Anti-porn slideshow; Young, Old Feminists: Getting to know each other; Feminist Parenting: Practical skills; Feminist Parenting: Challenging misogynist society; Violence against women as a hate crime; Women of colour: A space to recover; Exploring our internalised prejudice; Pro-feminist men: A space to explore.

Children:
This is a child-friendly event. There will be a creche run by the London Pro-Feminist Men’s group and workshops for older children. Creche places are limited – please book by emailing info@feminisminlondon.org.uk.

Affordability and accessibility:
We want the event to be affordable and accessible to all. We have devised a four-tier entrance fee structure with the price ranging from £3 to £20 depending on income. The main hall and all the workshops rooms are fully wheelchair accessible. We are planning good facilities for deaf people.

Find out more and register
* Visit: http://www.feminisminlondon.org.uk
* Email: info@feminisminlondon.org.uk

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Posted 9 April, 2010 (15:04) | Events |