What is the March route?

📍Aneurin Bevan Statue ➡️📍 Cardiff Central Library

 

 

Will there be toilet access during the March?

The toilets available on the March route are the public toilets managed by the Council. Unfortunately we were not allowed to place extra toilets on the route. You can find toilets along the route using this website, or the Flush app (Android & Apple) .

 

Will I have access to water?

There won’t be any water provided during the march however, we do recommend you bring a water bottle and if you’re able to, download the app ‘Refill’. This will provide you with locations along the route where you can access water.

 

How far is the march route?

0.3 miles

 

What if I need to sit down?

Please bring foldable chairs if you can, unfortunately we don’t have the resources to hire and manage seating areas in all of our locations.

 

What times do the march and rally start?

At 10.30am, we will gather at Aneurin Bevan Statue then leave at 11am and the rally will commence shortly after we arrive at Cardiff Central Library. We expect the rally to end at 1pm.

 

Will I be arrested for taking part in a protest?

The policing bill has not been brought into force yet so we are still able to protest freely. March of the Mummies has been agreed with the local council so there is no reason why anyone would be arrested.

 

Can I bring children? Can men come?

This is a family friendly march. Everyone is welcome.

 

Will the march still take place if it’s raining?

No matter the weather, we will march. Bring a brolly and sun cream – just in case.

 

What’s the best way to share this through my personal social media?

Please make sure you’re following Pregnant Then Screwed on social media and tag us in any pictures or videos on the day. You can also use the #MarchOfTheMummies

 

How can I join in if I can’t attend in person?

We’re asking those who cannot attend in person to post on social media on the day of the protest using the hashtag #MarchOfTheMummies

 

Can I make a banner?

We would love it if you could create your own banner/placard. Feel free to create your own but if you are looking for ideas, there are lots on our website – just remember this is a family friendly protest. Take a look!

 

Can I put up posters for my March?

Of course! Download and print your poster here!

 

What if the march is too long, but I want to attend?

We completely understand that marching is not accessible for everyone, but if you’re up for speeches and good old-fashioned shouting, then please meet us at the rally at Cardiff Central Library at 12pm!

Anything else I should know?

Please follow the Cardiff March page on facebook page for updates, keep an eye on your children if you’re bringing them along (write down your name and number and stick in in their pocket just in case) and if you need anything on the day, or see anything that needs attention, please alert one of our stewards.

 

See you there!!! 🧟‍♀️🧟‍♂️🧟

Jennifer Burke-Davis

Councillor Jennifer Burke Davies is the Cabinet Member for Culture, Parks and Events at Cardiff Council.

Jen was first elected as a Councillor in 2017 to represent Llandaff North, having previously worked in Public Affairs, Community Engagement and Welfare to Work. In addition to cabinet portfolio responsibilities, Jen is also a School Governor for Ysgol Glan Ceubal, as well as sitting on boards for Artes Mundi, the Cardiff Bay Advisory Committee and the Cardiff Museum Development Trust.

Jen lives in Llandaff North with her family and Pretzel, the Miniature Schnauzer. Jen is a passionate feminist and advocate for women’s rights and enjoys open water swimming in her spare time.

Angharad Edwards

Angharad brings a fun flair to her role as Agile Coach and works training individuals and organisations on how to manage work efficiently and deliver value. Angharad is an energetic motivational speaker who is passionate about helping people understand and overcome their Imposter Syndrome. Her workshop “There’s an imposter in this room” has been presented in multiple conferences and businesses across the UK. Angharad is also a facilitator for Google’s #IamRemarkable initiative empowering Women and other underrepresented groups to celebrate their achievements in the workplace and beyond.

Bethan Sayed

Bethan Sayed was elected to the Senedd for Plaid Cymru in South Wales West in 2007 and stood down last year after giving birth to her baby Idris in 2020. When she stood down, she did so with a heavy heart, stating that politics was still not flexible enough for parents. She campaigned for her own maternity cover to be introduced- something that did not exist beforehand. She has campaigned on a wide array of issues, from job share to the rights of mothers to have access to birthing partners during covid, to recently creating a BBC Cymru feature on mental health services for new mothers in Wales. She now works for Climate Cymru as a Campaigns Coordinator, with focus on a new campaign called Warm this Winter Wales where they are calling on the Welsh and UK Governments for more support for vulnerable households during the cost of living crisis we now find ourselves in.

Rowan Whitehead

Rowan is an Aerial and circus teacher and performer. She studied Theatre Arts at Middlesex University, and then worked in South Wales for an amazing Circus company for 7 years.

She is now freelance and working on developing her Facebook group into a business. The group is called Bridging the Gap and is peer support for women and non-binary folks struggling with inequality in the household. It currently has 20k members and it has made amazing changes to people’s lives.

Rowan lives in Cardiff with her two children half the time. She loves reading, musicals, chocolate and activism.

 

Sarah Rees

Sarah Rees has supported PTS since being made redundant whilst on maternity leave in 2014. Turning that experience on its head she founded a social enterprise to support other women to return to work, and has campaigned on a range of feminist issues including the 30 hours childcare policy in Wales, flexible working and But Not Maternity. Sarah has volunteered with the PTS helpline during lockdown and led our first March of the Mummies back in 2017! She is now Head of an International NGO in Wales, where she continues to campaign on feminist issues.

Stacey Grant-Canham

Stacey Grant-Canham is an Irish woman living in Wales for the last decade. A mother, lecturer and founder of Black & Beech a feminist fashion business creating responsible fashion and raising women up. She is passionate about motherhood being a choice and never forced due to circumstances. Her business has, through an incredible community of customers donated over 12,000 GBP to charities impacting mothers, especially Reproductive Justice work through her support of Abortion Support Network and the Together for Yes Campaign (Ireland) in 2018. Stacey believes that ‘Revolution begins at home’ and is ready to embrace matriarchy!

Charlotte Murphy

Charlotte is a mum of 2, activist and campaigner for women and girls rights. She founded a children’s charity in honour of her son to raise allergy awareness and continues to work within the community for a more equal Wales. Charlotte is currently a branch officer for the Women’s Equality Party Wales.

Evelyn James

Evelyn James is the Campaign Manager for project Diverse5050 WEN. She is a Legal Practitioner with a master’s in Human rights, Gender, and Conflict. She also holds an LLM in LegalTech from Swansea University, UK.
She advocates for justice and social change, research conflict, and peace resolution mechanisms. Evelyn was the project manager for the Women Empowerment Team at the centre for African Justice, the Hague, Netherlands, and has held many other portfolios. She remains focused on her drive to effect positive change, tackle inequality, and advance for an equal, and all-inclusive society for all. She is a mother of three and her family is dear to her heart.