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Today is local election day! Every vote counts towards building a better tomorrow for us all. Don't miss your chance to make a difference! Check out our blog and election toolkit for resources and insights.
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🔔Today a landmark vote was passed in the Lords.

✅ Peers voted in favour of a firewall amendment to the #VictimsBill to stop police reporting migrant victims to immigration.

🗳️ Now the amendment must be reconsidered by MPs. I sincerely hope they vote in its favour. 1/2

This is a shocking increase. Although men are the majority of those sleeping rough,women are more likely to be statutorily homeless, particularly lone mothers. As rents continue to rise, so does the risk of women's homelessness-which remains underestimated theguardian.com/society/2024/a…

❎Don't forget to take your voter ID today for today's 2 May elections in 107 local authorities across England.

✅Do read our election guide for charities to understand why building relationships with MPs can be beneficial. Click the link below
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Also, we have shared more detail and analysis around these issues in our latest research and policy update called #HomesForHealing
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As polls open tomorrow, we are calling on candidates for the Mayor of London and Greater London Assembly to commit to take action on 6 key areas:

Breaking barriers and empowering women! Explore the impactful findings of the Tina’s Haven pilot project in East Durham. Dr. Sue Robson's Truth & Justice 4 Tina report 'In Love and Anger' is a testament to resilience and solidarity.
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We're nearing our petition goal, just 2,000 signatures away! If you've already signed, please share it with your friends and family to help Melanie Janine Brown MBE achieve a safer family court system. ow.ly/9w7450RlltQ ➡️

At this year's conference, attendees can participate in TWO workshops—one in the morning and one in the afternoon. We've carefully chosen six diverse workshops, each led by seasoned facilitators who are ready to guide, inspire, and empower you!

Politics often feels like a boys' club, but WRC is determined to amplify women's voices in decisions that matter. Local, mayoral, and PCC elections are on May 2nd. Check out our election toolkit for engagement tips!

Download it here: tinyurl.com/9wsy5avh

We're moving our conference to Manchester this year... but where is it taking place?

Find out more on our website where you can also register: wrc.org.uk/Event/currency…

💡 Ready to think outside the box? Join us at our conference for workshops like 'Plotting Economic Justice Through Art' and 'Ways out of Poverty for Migrant Women.' Let's explore radical ideas and pave the way to economic justice for women!

Register here: tinyurl.com/23x2vjyk

Why is the #ukwomensfund petition important to you?

Support women disproportionately affected by the #costoflivingcrisis by signing our petition for a National Women's Fund at change.org/womensfund. Back up your passion for equality by taking action today!

Change on a shoestring? It's possible! We're urging for policy reviews and reforms that won't break the bank but will greatly impact our sector. Let's make our voices heard this upcoming election. Check out our grassroots manifesto: wrc.org.uk/blog/womens-pr….

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Home Office finds police request survivors' therapy notes in nearly 1 in 3 rape investigations, largely to examine victim 'credibility' rather than establish the facts.

We're pleased government has now changed the law to help #KeepCounsellingConfidential
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This is a significant moment for rape survivors' rights to healing and support while pursuing justice, and a step in the right direction towards dismantling victim-blaming in the justice system.

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