Voices of Women MK #VOWMK



The newly formed Women’s Partnership of Milton Keynes* is inviting you to join us on Sunday 7 March for a lively mini-festival.

We are putting on a stimulating and entertaining afternoon where the entire focus will be on championing women’s voices. Our patchwork of FREE online events is a perfect introduction to the globally celebrated International Women's Day on March 8th.

So let us get things started on Sunday 7th March with an array of panel discussions with local artists and activists, films focused on women, topical talks from NHS workers and other professionals, activities from crafts to yoga, podcasts to accompany you on an energising walk, and spaces to simply relax and enjoy yourself. We even have a special story for children being read by a local author, perfect for a Sunday afternoon.

Please click on the link for more information about the programme and how to register. We will be recording the afternoon sessions and you will be able to watch the sessions on  YouTube.

Programme of Events

*The Women's Partnership includes Fawcett MK, Soroptimists MK, Sexual Assault and Abuse Support Service, MK Rape Crisis Centre, MK ACT and other groups and individuals. If you would like to find out more and get involved please contact Community Action: MK at   support@communityactionmk.org   or   01908 661623.  We welcome people of any gender or sex who support female empowerment. 

 


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