Members annual trip to see Lesley Abdela!
Our members will off on our annual visit and lunch with Lesley Abdela and Rajiv Bendre, taking place in Burwash as part of the SL 50/50 UK & I trip.
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
This International Women’s Day (IWD), under the global theme “Accelerate Action: End Violence Against Women and Girls,” members of 50:50 Group UK stood in solidarity at the Million Women Rise (MWR) March in London on March 8, 2025.
The march, led by the inspirational Sabrina Qureshi, brought together thousands of women determined to amplify the call to end male violence against women and girls (VAWG).