Why 50/50?Today, despite making up 52% of the population, in Scotland women only make up 42% of public board members, 25% of public board chairs, 35% of MSPs and 29% of Councillors. It's not good enough, and it is estimated that unless radical change is pursued, it would take another 50 years for us to reach an equal parliament. Despite some progress, the governance of our country - in our council chambers and in our parliament - is still dominated by men. We believe the only way to achieve a balance in public life, so that our elected representatives reflect our society as it is, is through legal quotas. We want a Scotland where all women, particularly working class women, black and minority ethnic women, disabled women and carers have access to power they are, too often, shut out of. What we are asking the Scottish Parliament to support: Simply, we want legislation which would mean all parties have to put forward at least 50% women candidates in the Scottish Parliament and Council elections. |
Has your MSP signed up?We're proud of the cross party support the campaign has gained so far. Four out of five of the party leaders in Scotland have signed up to the campaign, including the First Minister Nicola Sturgeon. We have over a third of the MSPs in the Scottish Parliament backing us, all we need now is action.
Has your MSP signed up? You can find out here and if not, you can write to them through our website. Can you support our work? Donate now:
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"Women 5050 is one of the most influential campaigns in Scotland...one I am proud to support" |
"Scotland's political landscape is in a deficit without more women. Opening the doors to their talent and experience is what Women 5050 is all about" |
"We have a far way to go to be a diverse and inclusive parliament. We must have more representation from women, those who are disabled and the BME community" |
Contact Us
You can contact the campaign directly by emailing us or for press inquiries or send us a direct message on Twitter @women5050 - we will try and get back to you as soon as we can
