Appointments Commission - www.appointments.org.ukSpecialise in the recruitment, training and appraisal of people for board level public appointments to NHS bodies, ministerial advisory bodies and other arm's length bodies in England. DirectGov - www.direct.gov.ukThis website provides and overview of public appointments, how to apply and also lists vacancies including information about becoming a school governor. One Stop Shop for School Governors - www.sgoss.org.ukOne Stop Shop is a small, highly successful charity, which recruits volunteers, from many Black Minority Ethnic communities, to become governors in schools across England. Women take part (Changes)Email for more information
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To establish practical ways in which grass roots women can become engaged as school governors. London Councils "Be a Councillor campaign"Be a Councillor website Working with Capital Ambition and the Leadership Centre for Local Government on the 'Be a Councillor' campaign, which is about making people more aware of the work of their local council, and councillors, with a view to encouraging more people to consider standing in the 2010 elections Operation Black Vote - www.obv.org.ukOBV is a leading non-party political organisation, whose main aim is to encourage those from a Black, Minority Ethnic background to take a greater part in the electoral process. Magistrates Association - www.magistrates-association.org.ukThis website contains lots of useful information about how to become a magistrate in your local area. Working to eliminate discrimination, reduce inequality, protect human rights and to build good relations, ensuring that everyone has a fair chance to participate in society. In 2004, the WNC produced 'Women in Public Life - A Guide' outlining the importance of women's involvement in public bodies and showcasing women who have held roles on public bodies. We are hoping to revise this guide soon. Download the guide here Women in Public Life Pdf 371Kb
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