Following the success of last year’s Durham Women’s Gala the event returns once again this year to celebrate women’s contribution to society, focusing on young women and their role in politics as part of the TUC year of the young worker.
The event which was reintroduced last year to mark 100 years of women’s suffrage takes place at Wharton Park, Durham on Saturday 8th June 2019, 11.00am to 4.00pm and entry is free.
The event includes speeches from high profile female speakers including Shadow Attorney General, Baroness Shami Chakrabarti, Northumbria PCC Vera Baird and young feminist campaigners from Tyneside to Teesside.
There will be a full day of entertainment with live music from some of the best North East female artists including Channy Thompson, girl band Melody 5 and Jessie Dale.
The event offers a day of fun for all the family with a host of activities including crafts, football and face painting. There will also be a fully licensed bar and a wide range of street food vendors.
The event aims to celebrate young women’s contribution to North East politics and to empower future generations to show that their voices can make a difference. Cllr Maura McKeon, one of the organisers, said: “It’s never too early to get involved in politics. When I decided to run for the Council, there were definitely people who wrote me off because I am young and a woman, but everybody makes a unique contribution to the debate, and as young women we bring something that no-one else can.”
Those attending are advised that bag searches will take place upon arrival; this may result in queues so please allow for extra time. The following restrictions apply to the event: under 16’s must be accompanied by a parent/guardian over 18; no alcohol can be brought into the event and also no glass bottles or containers. Camping/deck chairs are permitted except in the arena. Entry to the event is free.
The Women’s Gala 2019 is generously supported by UNISON.
For more information go to: www.womensgala.org or search for @DurhamWomensGala on Facebook.
