Saturday, 08th March 2008
Programme for Capitalwoman 2008
This year’s expanded programme offers an interactive experience, with new workshops, exhibitors and entertainment.
Want the latest information? Keep checking this website for speaker and programme updates.
Morning conference
9am
Doors open at QEII CentreExhibition (Benjamin Britten Lounge & Pickwick Suite), Business & Careers Hub (Caxton Lounge) opensTea and coffee available in both exhibition and business hub.
10am-12.30pm
Opening plenary featuring Ken Livingstone, Mayor of London, Angela Davis activist, academic & writer, Maria Adebowale Director, Capacity Global, Diane Abbott MP, Nicky Gavron Deputy Mayor of London plus more to be confirmed
LUNCHTIME
12.30pm
Lunch at QEII Conference Centre and Central Hall Westminster
Including over lunch:
Women’s self defence: streetwise women run by the Warrior Women
DIY plumbing workshop run by Women and Manual Trades
“There is an alternative” featuring ex girl gang member Danielle Munroe talking about her experiences
cycle maintenance and open house – come along and raise your basic maintenance queries
Afternoon activities
Information, careers, films & fashion
12.30-5.00pm
Information surgeries offering advice on domestic violence, carers and careers, as well as a display by the GLADA Women’s Voices.
12.00-5.00pm
For the third year in a row, capitalwoman will host The Market at Central Hall Westminster. This is your chance to buy from a selection of London’s best independent designers and retailers all under one roof.
Plus, BAPS Dance Group from Neasden Temple will be performing and offering short dance workshops throughout the afternoon. Come along and join in.
An audience with Angela Davis
1.30pm
An audience with Angela Davis at Central Hall Westminster (advance registration essential – doors open at 1pm).
Workshops & seminars
1.30-2.40pm
A selection of workshops and discussions including empowerment expert Carole Spiers, business and non traditional careers advice
3.00-4.20pm
Seminars on a range of subjects:
London 2012: Olympic Opportunities
Education, Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
Non-traditional Careers
Equalities: Bridging the Pay Gap
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
The Capital's Housing Strategy: Meeting Your Needs
Combating Health Inequalities
Crossrail: West meets East
Plus an audience with Transport Commissioner Peter Hendy CBE and a Liking who you are workshop by Young Women Now and the Federation (www.thefederation.org.uk)
Entertainment
1.00-4.30pm
Screening of a selection of short films in the Mountbatten Lounge, including work from the Birds Eye View Women’s Film Festival, Women’s Library and Club des Femmes.
1.30-2.40pm
Find your female funny comedy workshop
4.20pm-5.30pm
End notes featuring Tanya Lee Davies, Joanne Lau and Mrs Barbara Nice from Funny Women Stand Up and music from Serese.
5.30pm
capitalwoman 2008 closes
This year’s expanded programme offers an interactive experience, with new workshops, exhibitors and entertainment.
Want the latest information? Keep checking this website for speaker and programme updates.
Morning conference
9am
Doors open at QEII CentreExhibition (Benjamin Britten Lounge & Pickwick Suite), Business & Careers Hub (Caxton Lounge) opensTea and coffee available in both exhibition and business hub.
10am-12.30pm
Opening plenary featuring Ken Livingstone, Mayor of London, Angela Davis activist, academic & writer, Maria Adebowale Director, Capacity Global, Diane Abbott MP, Nicky Gavron Deputy Mayor of London plus more to be confirmed
LUNCHTIME
12.30pm
Lunch at QEII Conference Centre and Central Hall Westminster
Including over lunch:
Women’s self defence: streetwise women run by the Warrior Women
DIY plumbing workshop run by Women and Manual Trades
“There is an alternative” featuring ex girl gang member Danielle Munroe talking about her experiences
cycle maintenance and open house – come along and raise your basic maintenance queries
Afternoon activities
Information, careers, films & fashion
12.30-5.00pm
Information surgeries offering advice on domestic violence, carers and careers, as well as a display by the GLADA Women’s Voices.
12.00-5.00pm
For the third year in a row, capitalwoman will host The Market at Central Hall Westminster. This is your chance to buy from a selection of London’s best independent designers and retailers all under one roof.
Plus, BAPS Dance Group from Neasden Temple will be performing and offering short dance workshops throughout the afternoon. Come along and join in.
An audience with Angela Davis
1.30pm
An audience with Angela Davis at Central Hall Westminster (advance registration essential – doors open at 1pm).
Workshops & seminars
1.30-2.40pm
A selection of workshops and discussions including empowerment expert Carole Spiers, business and non traditional careers advice
3.00-4.20pm
Seminars on a range of subjects:
London 2012: Olympic Opportunities
Education, Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
Non-traditional Careers
Equalities: Bridging the Pay Gap
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
The Capital's Housing Strategy: Meeting Your Needs
Combating Health Inequalities
Crossrail: West meets East
Plus an audience with Transport Commissioner Peter Hendy CBE and a Liking who you are workshop by Young Women Now and the Federation (www.thefederation.org.uk)
Entertainment
1.00-4.30pm
Screening of a selection of short films in the Mountbatten Lounge, including work from the Birds Eye View Women’s Film Festival, Women’s Library and Club des Femmes.
1.30-2.40pm
Find your female funny comedy workshop
4.20pm-5.30pm
End notes featuring Tanya Lee Davies, Joanne Lau and Mrs Barbara Nice from Funny Women Stand Up and music from Serese.
5.30pm
capitalwoman 2008 closes
Keep checking the website for updates:
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