04/06/2026
It was NFWI Annual Meeting day and 5 of our members joined the Federation virtual meeting at the Galtres Centre in Easingwold.
3 really good speakers:
Mary Lewis talking of her 30 year career working with Jane Goodall who sadly passed suddenly last year.
Prof Michele Dougherty a professor of space physics and 1st Astronomer Royal talking of her involvement in unmanned space exploration.
Anne Boden, founder of Starling bank who became an entrepreneur after packing in her job in her mid 50s and revolutionising the banking industry.
Also, 2 resolutions to be debated and voted for: 'Accessible public toilets' passed with 95% in favour and 'Action on women's homelessness ' passed with 92% in favour.
Concluded with video addresses from Hon Julia Gillard AC former PM of Australia and Dame Jacinda Arden, politician and former PM of New Zealand.
A brilliant day, truly inspiring and supportive of all women.
Next year it's an in person meeting in Hull - see you all there!