General Election Hustings: National Women’s Council and Women for Election
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General Election Hustings: National Women’s Council and Women for Election

Hear from political representatives on their party's commitment to advancing gender equity for their next Programme for Government

By National Women's Council

Date and time

Thursday, November 21 · 12:30 - 2pm PST

Location

Online

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

The National Women’s Council and Women for Election invite you to a pivotal pre-election hustings event focused on increasing women's representation and dismantling the barriers women face in accessing politics.With the General Election fast approaching, this event offers a unique opportunity to hear from political representatives on their party's commitment to advancing gender equality in the next Dáil term.Join us for an engaging, solutions-focused discussion on:

  • How political parties plan to address gender-based obstacles in politics
  • Policies and initiatives that will support more women in all of our diversity to enter and thrive in public office
  • The steps necessary to create a pathway toward equal representation in Ireland’s political system

Event Details: Date: Thursday, 21st NovemberTime: 8:30 PMLocation: Zoom (Link to be provided upon registration).

Renowned former RTÉ journalist Flor MacCarthy will moderate the conversation, guiding discussions on practical solutions, policy perspectives, and tangible actions parties can take to ensure that women not only gain access to politics but are empowered within it.Why Attend? Whether you are an ally for gender equity, or a concerned citizen, this is a critical moment to engage directly with representatives about the future of women’s political participation in Ireland.Secure Your Spot Today! This event is free to attend, but registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Register now and be part of this important conversation on advancing gender equality in Irish politics.

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The National Women's Council (NWC) is the national representative organisation for women in Ireland.

The ambition of the National Women’s Council is an Ireland where every woman enjoys true equality and no woman is left behind. This ambition shapes and informs our work, and, with our living values, how we work. We are a movement-building organisation rooted in our membership, working on the whole island of Ireland. We are also part of the international movement to protect and advance women’s and girls’ rights.

Our purpose is to lead action for the achievement of women’s and girls’ equality through mobilising, influencing, and building solidarity.