Women’s role in democracy and peace: a vital conversation amid rising global tensions
With high-stakes European elections looming, a panel of activists and political figures discussed how to ensure women’s voices are heard
Read moreDetailsAfter qualifying as a teacher of English and French, Helen spent most of her career in the field of English as a Foreign Language, teaching courses in English language and language teaching methodology at home and abroad, latterly at the University of Cumbria in Lancaster. After retiring, she qualified as a patisserie chef, an interest she pursues enthusiastically at home, and she is now a sub-editor at Yorkshire Bylines. She enjoys choral singing and is a tennis player and fan.
With high-stakes European elections looming, a panel of activists and political figures discussed how to ensure women’s voices are heard
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Read moreDetailsSir Ivan Rogers, former UK permanent representative to the EU, spoke yesterday of his optimism that the UK will eventually...
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