First ever London-wide Women’s Network launched

The London Boroughs Women's Network has launched to bring together people from across London local government in recognition of International Women’s Day.

The new Network is a collaboration between all 32 London boroughs and the City of London Corporation, created to amplify the voices of all women in London local authorities and co-ordinate action against agreed priorities.  

Led by Tower Hamlets Council, the Network will support and champion the wellbeing of female staff, tackle issues and inequalities women face at the workplace, raise awareness of - and break taboos - surrounding women's health and work together for a safer London for all women and girls.

Will Tuckley, chief executive of Tower Hamlets Council and current Sponsor for the Network, said: “I have been honoured to sponsor the London Boroughs Women’s Network since the idea emerged in Tower Hamlets Council. It is great to see female colleagues across all the local authorities in London work together voluntarily and develop the Network so far. I hope the network will serve as a platform for colleagues to deepen their discussion around gender equalities and share ideas and activities. I would like to thank all who helped the development of the Network for their effort.”