Women to share experiences of conflict

Gateway to Protestant Participation (GPP) is hosting a networking event for women and women's groups in the North West at 7pm in the Londonderry hotel.

The purpose of the women's networking event is to provide an opportunity for Protestant women's groups, women and key stakeholders to share their views and opinions on the role of women in creating a shared future. The event will be informal, using a cafe style format it will give women the chance to meet and chat over a cup of tea.

The guest speakers include Catherine Cooke, Ruth Moore, Mo Durkan, Mildred Garfield, Denise Devlin and Aideen McGinley. All those attending will have the opportunity to discuss and explore issues related to and their experiences of creating a shared future in facilitated workshops.

Willie Lamrock, General Secretary of Londonderry YMCA and a lead partner at GPP said: "This networking event will give Protestant women and women's groups an opportunity to come together and discuss what a shared society means to them, how Protestant women can become involved in working towards a shared future and what benefits it will have for those who get involved.

"Our speakers have been chosen to give views from those who have been working in cross community projects, giving participants a wide range of perspectives to consider and discuss throughout the evening.

"The networking event begins at 7pm, tea and a light buffet will be provided to all participants. We want to hear from as many women as possible from all sectors, individuals, community and voluntary groups, people working in the private sector, everyone is welcome. If you are interested in attending then contact Lisa at the Londonderry YMCA on 7130 1662 to secure your place."