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In conversation with Zarah Sultana

27 March 2025, 5:00 pm–7:30 pm

Zarah Sultana

Zarah Sultana joins Professor Gargi Bhattacharyya for a curated conversation

Event Information

Open to

All

Availability

Yes

Organiser

The UCL Sarah Parker Remond Centre for the Study of Racism and Racialisation – The Sarah Parker Remond Centre

Location

G06, Sir Ambrose Fleming Lecture Theatre
Roberts Building
Gower Street
London
WC1E 6BT
United Kingdom

Zarah Sultana is the Member of Parliament for Coventry South, first elected in 2019 and re-elected in 2024. A passionate advocate for social justice, workers' rights and climate action, she is committed to building a more equitable and inclusive society. Zarah has introduced key bills, including universal free school meals for primary school children and a ban on arms sales to countries violating international humanitarian law.

In recognition of her work with disadvantaged communities, she was named MP of the Year in 2022 by the Patchwork Foundation. In 2023, she was nominated for Backbencher of the Year and received a Coventry Legends Award from Coventry United Women’s Football Club, recognising her leadership as a positive female role model.

Speakers will include: Gargi Bhattacharyya and Zarah Sultana

 

Image provided by UK Parliament: https://members.parliament.uk/member/4786/portrait

About the Speakers

Professor Gargi Bhattacharyya

Director at The Sarah Parker Remond Centre

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Zarah Sultana

Member of Parliament for Coventry South

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