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    Gender Representation in the Northern Powerhouse - By Design

    Gender Representation in the Northern Powerhouse - By Design

    I've been thinking a lot recently about how we seize the opportunity devolution presents to intentionally 'design diversity in' to new political structures. Here are some initial thoughts: Full article and links here.
    DivaManc Calls to Action: for a Greater Manchester that Works for Women

    DivaManc Calls to Action: for a Greater Manchester that Works for Women

    DivaManc was set up in response to the dominance of ‘stale, pale, males’ in the devolution story and a concern that it didn't work for women. Our intention was to help put the 'diva into devomanc' for a Greater Manchester devolution that is Diverse, Inclusive, Vibrant and Accountable. We are a women’s network growing women’s voice, participation, influence and power. Over the last nine months we have organised, facilitated and contributed to a wide range events providing s
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    Launch of #GM4Women2028, Pankhurst-Fawcett Scorecard

    Launch of #GM4Women2028, Pankhurst-Fawcett Scorecard

    Making Devolution Work in Greater Manchester - with Women and for Women

    Making Devolution Work in Greater Manchester - with Women and for Women

    The Divas of Devolution are demonstrating what can be done!

    The Divas of Devolution are demonstrating what can be done!

    Women in local government: time is on the side of change

    Women in local government: time is on the side of change

    From the Personal to the Systemic: Woman-led Change in Devolution

    From the Personal to the Systemic: Woman-led Change in Devolution

    Thank you!

    Thank you!

    English Devolution: Where are the women?

    English Devolution: Where are the women?

    Gender Representation in the Northern Powerhouse - By Design

    Gender Representation in the Northern Powerhouse - By Design

    DivaManc Calls to Action: for a Greater Manchester that Works for Women

    DivaManc Calls to Action: for a Greater Manchester that Works for Women

    DivaManc Calls to Action for Gender Equality in Greater Manchester

    DivaManc Calls to Action for Gender Equality in Greater Manchester

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