Truro School was thrilled to host the Cornwall Women’s Fund International Women’s Day event in the Heseltine Gallery. The gathering brought together a diverse range of 100 women from across Cornwall as well as parents and pupils and alumni to celebrate International Women’s Day.
The event opened with a panel discussion featuring leading figures such as Gillian Burke (BBC Springwatch), Vick Bain (Founder of the F List), sustainable fashion entrepreneur Uzma Bozai, and big brand data analyst Genevieve Flintham.
Attendees then heard about incredible projects from across Cornwall that have benefited from the Cornwall Women’s Fund. Highlights included a brilliant and moving performance by dancers from KBSK in Bodmin, an inspiring talk of friendship within STEM Community from Cognition Learning in Bude, a STEM organisation providing opportunities and experiences to young people across Cornwall and a presentation and uplifting playlist by Liz Eddy from Cornwall Music Services Trust.
The session concluded with a catwalk fashion show showcasing the powerful designs of sustainable fashion designer, Uzma Bozai, performed by our Truro School Pupils
Pupil Ruby who took part in the fashion show said : “I really enjoyed taking part in the fashion show although it was a bit scary. I’ve also really enjoyed finding out about the projects Cornwall Women’s Fund has supported.”
"I wish to say a massive thank you for the help and support we were given. Everyone looked after us splendidly and without a doubt a good time was had by all. The facilities were excellent and the evening a great success, please take a deal of the credit for that outcome."
"Thank you so much for your hospitality in providing such excellent facilities for the AOTOS Access Day. We were very happy with the arrangements. The caretakers and catering staff were so approachable and willing to help."
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"We couldn't have asked for a better first night. The staff, were absolutely on top of everything even to the point of sending us all messages on Instagram to see what our needs were. Brilliant. Great venue, well run, nice crowd!"