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"We are far more united and have far more in common than that which divides us."
10 years on from Jo's murder, her words are as powerful & as necessary as ever.
Her message matters today, & every day.
Learn more about how her legacy continues - https://www.jocoxfoundation.org/
Can quotas help accelerate progress?
Ella Diamond - our latest fab intern 💪 - reflects on a recent panel discussion, hosted by ODI Global & Westminster Foundation for Democracy exploring how more women can be elected to positions of power...
👉 https://www.elect-her.org.uk/blog/ellapanelreflections
"Many women don't start with political ambitions - they start by caring about their communities."💕 Amanda Amaeshi reflects on Elect Her's recent workshops.
If you care, you're qualified 👉https://www.elect-her.org.uk/blog/if-you-care-youre-qualified-to-be-a-councillor
“I didn't grow up seeing people like me in politics, so I joined in." 👏
Wing Tsang's first blog 🙏 reflects on her journey into local politics as a British-born Chinese woman in Milton Keynes, and why representation matters 🫶 👉: https://www.elect-her.org.uk/blog/wingtsangreflections
Today, Apsana Begum delivered a moving speech reflecting on Jo Cox's life and the values of compassion, courage and public service.
Drawing on her own experiences, Apsana reflected on the barriers that still prevent too many women from participating fully in political life.
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What did 2026 elections tell us?
Progress Is Possible. Progress May Reverse. The Pipeline Remains Broken.
The lesson? Representation is contingent, not guaranteed.
Our latest 👉 https://www.elect-her.org.uk/blog/2026elections
🏴Yn gofalu am eich cymuned? Dewch yn Gynghorydd!
🏴Care about your community? Become a Councillor!
📅 Rydym yn cynnal gweithdai rhithiol “Byddwch yn Gynghorydd”
Ymunwch â ni!
📅 We are running virtual ‘Be a Councillor’ workshops
Join Us! 👉https://www.elect-her.org.uk/events-workshops-landing
Go along to future similar sessions on the 24th June at 1-2pm or 6-7pm. Register here: www.elect-her.org.uk/events-works...
With lots of additional resources at www.elect-her.org.uk/resource-hub
We stand with Jess Asato 🙏
The consequences are real.
Public service must remain open, safe & accessible - abuse & intimidation must never become accepted as the price of political participation.
💪https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/jess-asato-elon-musk-grok-deepfake-b2990594.html
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It was lovely to get a chance to talk to future women councillors last week with @electheruk.bsky.social, along with Cllr Pattle. I want more diversity in politics so hopefully us sharing our experiences will encourage others.
Check out the recording here:
www.elect-her.org.uk/resource-hub...
