Event to inspire women to stand for election
More women will be encouraged to stand for election to the States Assembly at an event in Jersey later.
Vote.je - the States of Jersey's official election guide - has set up the Their Legacy, Your Future event on International Women's Day to celebrate women who are political pioneers.
It said current female States member would host a panel discussion, focusing on their experiences in campaigning to get elected.
Vote.je campaign manager Emily Thomas said: "International Women's Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate this and encourage more female candidates to come forward in future elections and be inspired to make a difference in our community."
Ms Thomas said there had been an increase in women standing for election and successfully getting elected.
Vote.je said the event would offer a Q&A session and a behind-the-scenes tour of the States chamber.
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