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Brilliant, optimistic and inspiring piece, Julie. Looking at things from this angle gives me hope once again for our fabulous movement. I, like you, have been here for the long haul and will never be silenced. Thank you.

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What a lift on a grey Saturday morning. You have described EXACTLY what I hoped and believed it would be like. We do need to keep the faith, those of us with feminism written in our bones, for our younger sisters and daughters. My eyes filled at your description of Nazanin's reception. She is a truly remarkable woman and, I'm sure would've truly loved the sisterhood at Filia. You KNOW that in any other circumstances, I'd be there alongside you all. Thanks,Julie, for sharing and spreading the word...and the word is...WOMAN ❤️

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Brilliant. I'm definitely going next year.

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Thank you! It is great to read such a positive review. FiLiA certainly sounds superb, when you write about it and knowing that so many women were new to that space and valued it is precious.

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Yes the Cardiff Filia weekend was inspiring and gave me so much hope.

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….and the disco……

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The conference was superb and the presentations were uplifting. Each time it gets bigger and better. Thank you for your commitment and contribution.

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This was my first FiLia and I can’t recommend it enough. It was inspiring, harrowing, riveting and everyone was so kind and friendly. I can’t wait for Glasgow next year. Thank you to all the volunteers, organisers and speakers.

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