In this episode Gareth and Sam pay tribute to the late Baroness May Blood and discuss the importance of women's voices in politics, particularly from the Protestant, Unionist, and Loyalist communities. They are joined by Danielle Roberts, who shares her insights on the barriers women face in political participation, the intersection of feminism and unionism, and the impact of ethno-nationalism on gender roles. The conversation also highlights the legacy of the Women's Coalition and strategies for increasing women's representation in politics.
Chapters
00:00 Tribute to Baroness May Blood 03:55 Introduction to Danielle Roberts and Her Work 04:25 Barriers to Women's Political Participation 10:34 Feminism and Unionism: A Personal Journey 18:22 The Impact of Ethno-Nationalism on Gender Roles 26:01 The Role of Women in the Peace Process 30:23 The Legacy of the Women's Coalition 35:07 Strategies for Increasing Women's Political Representation
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