Jun 26: Equality Brew ☕ – monthly blend of voices, ideas and updates for change
- Greater Manchester For Women 2028
- Jun 1
- 4 min read
As June unfolds, there’s plenty happening across the GM4Women2028 community – from the latest news stories to upcoming events driving the gender equality agenda locally and nationally.
In this month’s Equality Brew, we’ve brought together a selection of updates and headlines that we think are worth your attention. Whether you’re looking to attend an event, revisit recent discussions or stay informed about the wider issues affecting women and girls, this roundup is designed to help you stay connected to the conversation.
📢 Discover what we’ve been talking about
Take a look at the latest blogs on our website:
🎤 Dialogue, Deeds & Determination returns this July
On Saturday 4th July, we once again bring together voices from across Greater Manchester for the next event in our ongoing Dialogue, Deeds & Determination series – this time at Rochdale Library.
This inspiring day is about turning conversation into meaningful action. Community groups, charities, feminist campaigners, policymakers and trailblazing women can listen, learn, connect and collaborate on how we can make our city region a safer, fairer and more equal place for women and girls.
Alongside thought-provoking workshops and discussions, attendees can enjoy performances and opportunities to contribute directly to shaping future action plans rooted in lived experience and collective insight.
📅 Saturday 4th July
🕥 10.30am to 4.00pm
📍 Rochdale Library
Why not get into the spirit of the day by wearing the Suffragette colours of purple, green and white? These iconic colours remain a powerful symbol of the women’s rights movement. Whether it’s a scarf, badge, ribbon or full outfit, we’d love to see you bring a touch of Suffragette solidarity to Rochdale.
🗓️ Add these dates to your diary
Attend these events happening in June within the Greater Manchester region:
GM4Women2028’s monthly community meeting – On Tuesday 2nd June from 1.00pm to 2.00pm, join us online via Google Meet to discuss all-things gender equality. Attend meeting.
Equal Seats, Equal Say – On Thursday 4th June at 5.30pm, attend 50:50 Parliament's event aimed at encouraging women, from all backgrounds but with a focus on women from marginalised and racialised backgrounds, to consider more active participation in democracy and politics. Sign up for free.
Women's Rough Sleeping Census National Report Launch – Taking place online on Thursday 11th June, 10.00am to 11.30am, the latest census report will be revealed. Join to discuss how to work together to ensure every woman in England has a safe place to call home and a life free from violence and abuse. Register for free.
Remembering Ellen Strange – Another free event on Saturday 4th July is the annual memorial to remember all those affected by domestic abuse. Beginning at Emmanuel Church in Holcombe, the service is followed by a 9 kilometre walk. Stalls, entertainment and crafts are provided at the church. For information and booking, please email angelag@endeavourproject.org.uk.
🎭 SYLVIA arrives at the Lowry this October
One of the most powerful stories connected to the fight for women’s equality is coming to Salford this autumn, as SYLVIA is running at The Lowry from Monday 19th to Saturday 24th October.
This acclaimed hip hop, funk and soul musical tells the story of Sylvia Pankhurst – the grandmother of our charity’s convenor Helen Pankhurst CBE, and a fearless, complex and often-overlooked activist who fought not only for women’s suffrage, but also for working women, marginalised communities and those whose voices were too often ignored.
Created by renowned choreographer and director Kate Prince, SYLVIA combines electrifying music, dynamic choreography and powerful storytelling to bring Sylvia Pankhurst’s legacy to new audiences. Beverley Knight stars in her Olivier Award-winning role as Emmeline Pankhurst, alongside Sharon Rose as Sylvia.
Find out more and book tickets at the Lowry here.
Why not embrace the occasion by wearing the historic Suffragette colours for this event too? Be it subtle or statement making, it’s a wonderful way to celebrating the life and legacy of Sylvia Pankhurst.
The music of SYLVIA is now available to enjoy beyond the stage, with the launch of the official studio cast recording featuring standout songs from the show’s acclaimed score. Audiences can listen on Spotify and order the album online here.
🌐 Gender equality news headlines from the internet
These news stories have caught our eye:
Does the UK want to bring Andrew Tate to justice or not? The Times.
Police install airport-style scanner as part of new £9.5m custody centre. Manchester Evening News.
Manchester Corinthians win special accolade at Women's Football Awards as film to air on BBC. Manchester Evening News.
Most parents fear daughters will grow up unsafe in public, survey finds. Sky News.
Reform plans threaten maternity leave and job security for half a million pregnant women, analysis shows. Independent.
‘Unprecedented’ global effort gives new name to polycystic ovary syndrome – and new hope to millions of women. The Guardian.
💬 Have your say in the next Equality Brew
Equality Brew is about amplifying voices, sharing ideas and keeping important conversations moving across Greater Manchester.
If there’s an event, initiative, campaign, piece of research or story you think our community should know about, we’d love to include it in a future edition. Every contribution builds stronger connections, raises awareness and supports collective action.
Please contact us at info@gm4women2028.org.
Together, we can continue turning words into deeds to being about meaningful change.
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