How to Get Started in Politics
An event at the Conservative Party Conference 2016
A panel event to discuss how you can get more involved in local and national politics. The event is aimed at people starting their political journey who would like to know more about how to become an Association Officer, Councillor, Police and Crime Commissioner, Public Appointment or Member of Parliament.
- What do the roles involve?
- What are the next steps to take?
- How much time do I need to do this?
- Do I get paid?
- What will I learn?
Featuring panels members:
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Pauline Lucas MBE, Hon Vice-President, Conservative Women’s Organisation
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Councillor Donna Jones, Leader, Portsmouth City Council
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Steph North, Chair, Hackney Conservatives
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Rt Hon Anne Milton MP, Deputy Chief Whip
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Councillor Gillian Keegan, Director, Women2Win
For the more seasoned of you, we are looking for people to mentor candidates for the next election. We are building our mentoring network, so if you have political experience would like to help the next generation of women, please come along to meet those thinking of standing for office.
Event details
- "How to Get Started in Politics"
- ConservativeHome tent, within the secure area at Party Conference
- Tuesday 4th October
- 8:00 - 9:30am