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Regional Twinnings Conference: City Partnerships in a Changing World

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In a world full of conflict, the conference emphasises the value of solidarity between citizens of other countries at grass roots level. Exchange your views, experiences and ideas for the future, together with two great keynote speakers:

Heather Law from Birmingham City Council’s International Affairs, on “Empowering the Next Generation of Women Leaders”

Dr Carl Wright Chair of the European Local Links group and former Secretary General of the Commonwealth Local Government Forum, on “New Agendas for City Partnerships”.

Break out sessions include:

– Attracting young people into city partnerships

– Publicity and Social Media

– Fundraising and Sponsorship,

Tea, coffee and a light lunch will be provided in the registration cost of £20. Find out more about the programme and how to register, by email annjo.kennard@gmail.com (BITA Secretary).

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