BIVDA

Minister of State for Health, Karin Smyth MP reflects on decades of activism, structural reform, and the future of women’s health – with a clear message: dream big, stand strong, and help build what comes next.

Shadow Cabinet Minister for Women, Mims Davies MP, delivered a rallying cry for women to rise up, step in, and accelerate the push for equal representation – reminding us that politics needs us, and it can be done.

In an inspiring speech at Speaker’s House, Sonia Kumar MP shared her journey from physiotherapist to Parliament – urging every woman to stand for elected office, no matter their background.

Leader of the House of Commons, Lucy Powell MP brought warmth and humour to Speaker’s House as she demystified politics, shared her journey to leadership, and urged more women to stand – and modernise Westminster from within

Deputy Commons Speaker, Caroline Nokes MP calls for critical mass in Parliament, urging more women to stand, speak out and keep progress moving forward.

Labour Party Chair, Ellie Reeves MP delivers a powerful message at Speaker’s House: progress for women is never given – it’s fought for and won.