Join female activist, campaigners and experts for a discussion on contemporary Scottish politics and the role of women within it.
Opening with reflections on the foundation and history of the Scottish Parliament and the independence referendum, this event will draw attention to the role of female politicians, activists, campaigners, and voters in shaping Scottish politics since 1997. Speakers, including Jessie Duncan (Engender), Professor Meryl Kenny (Professor of Gender and Politics, University of Edinburgh), Esther Roberson (Expert in civic, corporate and constitutional governance) and representatives from ElectHer and the Milk Café Glasgow, will open discussion about women in politics and how women can find different ways to contribute politically.
The second part of the event will use creative methods and zine making contributors and attendees to reflect on their own political participation, opportunities as well as continued exclusions of women in politics.
The event is part of the Festival of Social Science, organised by the University of Stirling and takes place the National Library Edinburgh on 5 November, 11:00-13:00. More information and booking details can be found here: https://festivalofsocialscience.com/events/voting-women/
The UK-wide Festival of Social Science 2024 was made possible thanks to funding from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC), which is part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).
The University of Stirling is world-renowned for its work in social science; it is ranked 3rd in Scotland and Top 5 in the UK for education, 1st in Scotland and Top 5 in the UK for Criminology, and in the Top 10 for Social Policy.
For a list of all events and more information visit www.stir.ac.uk/ESRCFestival
Find out more about the UK-wide 2024 Festival of Social Science at festivalofsocialscience.com
