Join us for the launch of ‘Sister in Law: Fighting for Justice in a System Designed by Men’ written by Harriet Wistrich, Centre for Women’s Justice director.
Harriet will take part in a panel discussion about the book with BBC Newsnight presenter, Victoria Derbyshire. She will also be joined by some of the women whose cases are featured in the book.
In Sister in Law, Harriet tells the shocking stories of some of those who have come to her for assistance and shines a feminist light on the landscape of arcane laws and byzantine systems, skewed towards male behaviour and responses, through which she has steered them.
For more than quarter of a century Harriet Wistrich has fought the corner of people from all walks of life let down by our justice system.
Harriet has been at the forefront of some historic and ground-breaking legal victories. Frequently working with women who have survived male violence or abuse, sometimes with the bereaved families of those who did not survive, her work has led her to challenge the police, CPS, government departments and the prison and immigration detention system.
The discussion will be followed by an audience Q&A and book signing. Pre-order your copy of Sister in Law when booking your ticket for collection upon arrival. Books will also be available to buy on the day.
Doors open at 6pm for a 6.30pm start.
£35 Ticket and book (HB): includes copy of Sister in Law (RRP £22) and one free drink of wine, beer or soft drink
£20 Ticket only (includes one free drink of wine, beer or soft drink)
Wheelchair access: the venue is fully accessible with lifts, venue and toilets designed for wheelchair use.
If you cannot attend the event but would like a signed copy of the book please get in touch info@centreforwomensjustice.org.uk