The 50/50 Group United Kingdom & Ireland warmly invites your organisation to attend our community event titled “Have a Taste of 50/50”, taking place on Saturday, 18th October 2025, from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Pennak Tenants Hall, 75a Pennak Road, London SE15 6DD.
This special gathering will mark the official reintroduction of the 50/50 Group UK & Ireland — an affiliate of the 50/50 Group Sierra Leone — and celebrate our shared commitment to gender equality, inclusion, and leadership. The event will bring together diverse community organisations, professionals, and political voices from across the UK and Ireland to connect, collaborate, and strengthen partnerships for a more inclusive and representative society.
Highlights of the event include:
Inspiring presentations on women’s leadership and political participation
Conversations on equality and community empowerment
Opportunities to network and explore collaborations
Light refreshments and cultural showcases
We believe your organization's work aligns with our vision of creating a fairer society where both women and men can participate equally in decision-making.
Your presence and contribution would add great value to this important event.
To register, please email us at :fiftyfiftygroupuki@gmail.com
We look forward to welcoming you light refreshments will be provided.
Warm regards,
Mrs. Salome Hydes
President 50/50 Group United Kingdom & Ireland
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Lesley Abdela is a long-time advocate for women’s rights, both in the UK and internationally. Her work spans decades in politics, media, and global development. She’s been recognised for her efforts in advancing gender equality and has advised governments and international organisations on women’s leadership and participation. She was instrumental in the formation of the 50:50 movement in Sierra Leone. Read more about here work here
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