The ASCL Women Leaders' Community is a place for women leaders to meet, reflect and discuss key current issues. All we ask of members is to bring their voices and thoughts to the forums. Becky Arnold, Chair of the ASCL Women Leaders' Community, explains more about the network in this video:
Since the EDI networks were established, they have fed into policymaking discussions and helped to shape the focus of the ASCL agenda. In addition, the EDI Networks host an annual reception at the ASCL Annual Conference to allow members to meet face to face and continue conversations.
We host regular meetings and explore a range of topics with experts in their field. Come along and find out more about the work we do, bring along the key topics you’d like to see the network discuss, and examples of best practice you’d be willing to showcase. All our sessions are underpinned by our values of curiosity, kindness, integrity and courage.
Join our group on LinkedIn
ASCL members may also be interested in joining our free ASCL Women Leaders' Community group on LinkedIn. Stay updated on meetings and collaborate beyond our network sessions; you apply to join here.
Meeting programme 2026/27
Sessions are held between 6 and 7pm via Teams and calendar invites are sent out in advance to all members. Details for our forthcoming sessions will follow shortly.
Becky Arnold
Chair, ASCL Women Leaders’ Community
ASCL Council: East of England Representative and on ASCL Ethics, Inclusion and Equalities Committee.
Laura Evans
Deputy Chair, ASCL Women Leaders’ Community
Assistant Headteacher, Woodbridge High School.
In addition, ASCL SEND and Inclusion Specialist Margaret Mulholland and ASCL Council member Nic Crossley will provide support.
If you would like to join the network, please complete the online form below, or if you have any further queries, please contact CorporateAdmin@ascl.org.uk