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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · 18h

⏰ Make sure you've submitted your questions for LWN's online Deputy Leader Hustings — the deadline is tonight!
Join us on Zoom on Mon 13 Oct at 8pm to hear directly from Bridget and Lucy as they answer the questions that matter to you. Register now and submit your Qs: www.lwn.org.uk/deputy_leade...

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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · 8d

We're proud to work with @UKLabour to deliver C8 of the Jo Cox Women in Leadership scheme. Announced by Gen Sec Holly Ridley at LWN's #Persisterhood rally at #Lab25, JCWIL trains political changemakers. A fitting legacy for our Chair, friend and sister Jo Cox 🌹

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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · 10d

Thank you to everyone who attended our packed #PERSISTERHOOD rally at #Lab25
Hosted by our Chair, Baroness Thangam Debbonaire, we heard from phenomenal women leaders across our movement and started Conference with energy and sisterly solidarity🌹

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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · 20d

Congratulations to our Executive Committee election winners! Thangam Debbonaire (Chair), Kiran Mahil (Secretary), Anntoinette Bramble, Rosa Bolger, Ellie Cumbo and Kam Nagpal.
To all the candidates who missed out this time, commiserations and thank you all for putting yourselves forward.

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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · 21d

Level up your #Lab25 experience TODAY! Don’t miss our pre-Conference workshop this lunchtime, packed with essential advice, tips, and insider know-how. Sign up now: www.lwn.org.uk/qw_conf_read...

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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · 21d

Huge thanks to all our LWN sisters who joined tonight’s AGM, to our Committee, and to every member who’s helped shape this past year. Our AGM was a reminder and celebration of it what we've achieved - and a look ahead to what's still to come!🌹
Join us: www.lwn.org.uk/become_a_mem...

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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · 25d

1 day left to vote! #lwnelects25
Cast your votes for 4 LWN Executive Committee members by noon on Monday 15 Sept 2025. If you're an LWN member, search your inbox for [email protected] for your ballot.

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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Sep 5

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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Sep 5

⏰ Final call! LWN is delighted to be partnering with East Mids Labour Party to deliver our first Women in Leadership scheme for the region. Apply by 7 Sept! Find out more ➡️lwn.org.uk/east_mids_leadership_scheme

Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Sep 5

⏰ Last call to register for our AGM! Sign up at www.lwn.org.uk/elections by noon on 8 Sept to attend the AGM on Weds 17 Sept 2025 for the LWN election results and our review of LWN's training, campaigning and sisterhood over the past year #LWNAGM

Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Sep 1

@labourwomensnet.bsky.social member? Be sure to vote in our Exec Committee elections before 25 Sept. And remember to pre-register for our AGM by *Monday 8 Sept*. We're excited to announce the results of the elections and share what we’ve achieved together over the past year.
#LWNelects25

Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Aug 28

Vote for LWN! We are semi-finalists for @SME4Labour's Socialist Society of the year🌹
We're in great company with some brilliant women & LWN sisters shortlisted across the categories.
Please cast your vote for LWN before 1 Sept 👉 forms.gle/CaYc3jbVqqaw...

8th SME4Labour Excellence Awards 2025 - Semi-finalists

The SME4Labour Excellence Awards, hosted alongside the SME4Labour Gala Dinner, highlight the work of the most successful SMEs, trade unions, cabinet ministers, MPs, peers, councils, and party affiliates.The SME4Labour Excellence Awards celebrate those who have made a significant impact. Vote below to have your say in this year's SME4Labour Excellence Awards! We invite you to vote for outstanding Labour Party politicians, dedicated activists, and SMEs or entrepreneurs who champion Labour values. You can choose up to 5 nominees from each category. You do not need to submit a nominee for every category, but you are welcome to if you wish. Awards will be given out at the 8th SME4Labour Gala Dinner on the November 04, 2025 at the Sheraton Grand London Park Lane. Tickets are now available for purchase: https://www.sme4labour.org/the_8th_annual_sme4labour_gala_excellence_awards_2025

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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Aug 22

🌹 Based in the East Midlands? LWN are bringing our gold-standard training and fierce sisterhood to your region - thanks to support from your local Labour team. Apply before 7 Sept! www.lwn.org.uk/east_mids_le...

Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Aug 20

This summer, LWN members can vote in our annual elections for 4 Committee members.
We want to see talented LWN sisters in the room at every level of Party activity, with equal visibility and voice🌹
Use your vote - search your inbox for [email protected] for your ballot.

Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Aug 16

What does our Exec Committee do? These sisters shape our strategy, our programme of events, training, and networking, guide our campaigns and fundraising, and provide LWN's governance. It’s the powerhouse behind LWN's progress. Be sure to vote before 15 Sept 2025 #lwnelects25

Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Aug 11

📣 #lwnelects25 update: with only 1 valid nomination each for LWN Chair & Secretary:
🌹 Thangam Debbonaire is re-elected Chair
🌹 Kiran Mahil is re-elected Secretary
Congratulations to our two brilliant Labour sisters!
Polls are open for 4 Exec Committee roles - cast your votes before 15 Sept

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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Aug 11

An impressive set of candidates have put themselves forward to lead Labour Women's Network.

Voting is now open! If you're an LWN member, search your inbox for [email protected] for your ballot.

#LWNelects25

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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Jul 30

Abuse has no place in politics. It disproportionately deters women. And it's getting worse, as LWN sisters know too well. It is time for action: social media, police & political parties must do more to #diffuseabuse.
Join LWN & our campaign www.lwn.org.uk/lwn_diffuse_...

#DiffuseAbuse

Share your suggestions and examples of best practice; sign our charter; manifest change in your area; and keep on showing solidarity with your sisters.

www.lwn.org.uk

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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Jul 30

🚨 Women are under-represented in Local Govt—and council leadership is lagging behind.
This is the time for action. We need to correct the leadership gap and make local govt inclusive.
Join LWN & our #Councils4ThisMillennium campaign🌹
www.lwn.org.uk/councils4thi...

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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Jul 25

LWN sister Maya Ellis is the MP for Ribble Valley. As part of our #SistersLead series, she shared with LWN how she's found her first year in Parliament and the difference she is making as a Labour MP #OneYearOn
📸Maya Ellis ©House of Commons/Roger Harris

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Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Jul 24

LWN sister Miatta Fahnbulleh is the MP for Peckham & Parliamentary Under Secretary at the Dept for Energy Security and Net Zero. For our #SistersLead series, she shared how she's found her first year and the difference she is making #OneYearOn
📸Miatta Fahnbulleh ©House of Commons/Roger Harris

Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Jul 23

LWN sister Becky Gittins is the MP for Clwyd East. As part of our #SistersLead series, she shared with LWN how she's found her first year in Parliament and how she is making a difference as a Labour MP #OneYearOn #JCWIL
📸Rebecca Gittins ©House of Commons/Laurie Noble

Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Jul 22

LWN sister Kirsty McNeill is the MP for Midlothian. As part of our #SistersLead series, she shared with LWN how she's found her first year in Parliament and what she's achieved as a Labour MP #OneYearOn
📸Kirsty McNeill ©House of Commons/Laurie Noble

Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Jul 3

As we mark this anniversary, we also celebrate every single sister who stood, campaigned, and supported. This was a collective effort—and our Labour movement is stronger for it ❤️

We know there are many, many more stories out there – so share yours! Tag us and use the hashtag #SistersLead

Labour Women's Network @labourwomensnet.bsky.social · Jul 3

🌹 1 year ago, 58 LWN graduates were among the 100 new women Labour MPs who stepped into Westminster - and haven’t stopped stepping up since 💪

To celebrate, we’ll be sharing just a few of the #SistersLead stories we’ve gathered about the difference LWN sisters are making in elected office.

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