Women for Election is a not-for-profit organisation which encourages and supports women in Ireland to run for politics. We’re non-partisan, meaning we don’t take sides with specific parties or beliefs. We want to see women from all walks of life and political philosophies to think about running for in Local, General, European and Seanad elections. To read more about our values click here.
Women for Election trains and supports women across Ireland to consider politics as a career. We run full-day training sessions called INSPIRE where political experts and female representatives take women through the skills they need to succeed. We also run focused masterclasses on topics such as campaigning and canvassing. Learn more about our upcoming sessions here.
Women for Election believes Ireland can achieve 50% female representation in Irish politics.
We currently have two full time staff and a panel of skilled trainers and other experts who support our programme delivery.
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The Board of Women for Election is responsible for setting the broad strategy and policies for the organisation, and has oversight responsibility for the activities of the organisation as well as its governance.
Board members are appointed in accordance with the Memorandum and Articles of Association. Board appointments are for a period of not more than three years, and board members are eligible for re-appointment.
The Board members are: Alison Cowzer (Chair), Niamh Gallagher, Daire Keogh, Deirdre Mortell, Lynn Ruane, Susan Shannon, Maria Joyce, Yara Alagha and Aldagh McDonogh. The Company Secretary is Margaret Kavanagh.
The Board of Directors and Company Secretary give their time on a voluntary basis and receive no remuneration.
Long-term, sustained funding is essential for Women for Election to deliver on our commitment to political transformation and successfully inspire women to consider politics as a career option.
We are always seeking partners for our work: both funders and organisations similar to ours, in Ireland or internationally, that may be interested in undertaking collaborative project
The Board of Women for Election is responsible for setting the broad strategy and policies for the organisation, and has oversight responsibility for the activities of the organisation as well as its governance.
Board members are appointed in accordance with the Memorandum and Articles of Association. Board appointments are for a period of not more than three years, and board members are eligible for re-appointment.
The Board members are: Alison Cowzer (Chair), Niamh Gallagher, Daire Keogh, Deirdre Mortell, Lynn Ruane, Susan Shannon, Maria Joyce, Yara Alagha and Aldagh McDonogh. The Company Secretary is Margaret Kavanagh. Caitríona Gleeson, our CEO, attends board meetings.
The Board of Directors and Company Secretary give their time on a voluntary basis and receive no remuneration.
To access our 2019 Auditors Report, please click here.
Come join us to ensure #morewomen in politics! https://twitter.com/women4election/status/1353649611265748995
What barriers face women in leadership? How are women perceived when we lead? What part can you play in changing the face of Irish politics?
Join @MargaretEWard on Tues Feb 2nd for a *free* session on becoming the leader you want to see.
Register now: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsfu6qqzIoGtBwBN195Eq6UUIhoAnmCSj9
'I'm Eileen, I'm a Traveller and a Senator. I'm not 'the Traveller' Senator "
Thank you all for the kind words about my interview on #TheTommyTiernanShow
Available to watch here: https://www.rte.ie/player/series/the-tommy-tiernan-show/SI0000001918?epguid=IP000066609
Excellent analysis @jenoconnell. Diversity in public representation is critical to effective governance. Ireland ranks very poorly: Only 1 in 5 women & very minimal visible diversity in public office here. Put simply we need #MoreWomen elected. https://www.irishtimes.com/opinion/jennifer-o-connell-biden-s-cabinet-looks-like-america-the-d%C3%A1il-doesn-t-look-much-like-ireland-1.4465371