MJM Evening Talks: Jewish Women and Women's Rights: A collaboration with The Pankhurst Museum

Join The Pankhurst Centre and Manchester Jewish Museum as they come together to present an evening devoted to Jewish Suffragettes and Jewish women?s experiences. How far were Jewish women part of the struggle for Votes for Women? And what about today ? is there still work to be done? Hear from Poppy Beswick of the Pankhurst Centre as she uncovers the remarkable stories of Jewish Suffragettes, followed by reflections from Dr Sherry Ashworth. The evening will conclude with a lively panel discussion featuring Rabbi Robyn Ashworth-Steen and Esty Bruck from the Friendship Circle. This thought-provoking event will feature talks and a panel discussion exploring the role of Jewish women in the suffrage movement and their continuing influence on modern feminism. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Poppy Beswick is the engagement officer at the Pankhurst Museum, and a freelance researcher. She has a postgraduate degree in Human Rights (MA) and now focuses on women?s history, social history, and the history of protest. Dr Sherry Ashworth is an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Manchester, a volunteer guide at the Museum and a writer of fiction with a strong interest in the Book of Esther and women?s stories. Rabbi Robyn Ashworth-Steen was the first woman Rabbi appointed in Manchester, is currently studying for a PhD on female prophecy in the Bible and frequently broadcasts for the BBC as well as in the podcast, Rabbiting On. Esty Bruck runs the Jewish charity the Friendship Circle and supports hundreds of members as well as their volunteers. She is also a mother of 4, and is committed to using education as a tool for challenging stereotypes and creating a more inclusive society. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW The age guidance for this talk is 18+. The talk will include discussion of violence and discrimination to women, as well as references to antisemitism. Doors will be open from 5:30pm for the event to begin at 6pm. Our museum Cafe will be open for drinks but won?t be serving food. Please note that we don?t have a cloakroom and are unable to store bags. We would advise not bringing large bags with you when you visit. Click here for information about access. If you have any additional access needs, e-mail tickets@manchesterjewishmuseum.com in advance so we can accommodate best we can. Click here for information on travelling to the museum.