June 24, 2013

The AGM 2013

Left to Right: Rosemary Feenan, Guest Speaker, Rosie Parr, Trustee

Left to Right: Rosemary Feenan, Guest Speaker, Rosie Parr, Trustee

Our AGM for 2013 was held on Wednesday 12th June at the Centre for Commercial Law Studies (CCLS), Lincoln’s Inn Fields, London.

Following the successful completion of the formal business, members and guests expressed their gratitude and best wishes to Mrs Michelle Bennett, the Society’s Secretary for almost six years, who was leaving her post for pastures new.

Jo Murrey,Vice-Chair, Michelle Bennett outgoing sec'y with Elspeth Richards, Chair

Left to Right: Joanna Murray, Vice Chairperson, Michelle Bennett, Elspeth Richards, Chairperson

In making a presentation to Michelle, Mrs Elspeth Richards, Chair, paid tribute to her excellent work and in particular her sensitive understanding of the needs of those seeking assistance.

Those present were pleased to meet and welcome the Society’s new Secretary, Jane Hampson.

Trustees with New Sec'y, Jane Hampson

Left to Right: Amy McVittie, Trustee, Joanna Murray, Michelle Bennett, Jane Hampson, Elspeth Richards

After refreshments the guest speaker was Rosemary Feenan, International Director of Jones Lang LaSalle. In her enlightening talk Rosemary gave a fresh insight into urban planning and development. The number of questions asked and the animated discussion afterwards was proof of how interesting and engaging the talk was. Those present gained a new perspective on how cities can work today.

April 13, 2013

SPTW Spring-Summer Newsletter, 2013

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Dear Friends of SPTW, 

Our Strategy Group has been considering future developments and funding for the Society. It has recognised that our name SPTW is not easily remembered and recommended that we should find a shorter title. After considerable discussion the Trustees have chosen a new operating name which has been well received. We are to be known now as:

‘Futures for Women’
The work of SPTW

This means that we keep our history and have an easier name for those who are not familiar with the Society. We hope you approve.

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February 27, 2013

Fund-raising literary lunch

On February 17th 2013 the Society held a fund-raising literary lunch.

Our new Patron, renowned biographer and novelist, Victoria Glendinning CBE, FRSL, Hon D Litt spoke on ‘Women and Some Men.’

110 people attended this very happy and successful occasion on a beautiful spring day. We raised £4,000. We also raised our profile, made new friends and new members. We are very grateful to Victoria for her erudite and sparkling contribution.

You can read about the event in our Newsletter.