Compass gets a new National Co-Ordinator – Jacqui Howard

Hi –I’m super excited to join the Compass family as the new National Coordinator. I’m here to support you on our journey to build a Good Society and I really look forward to meeting and working with all of you. I’m joining Compass at an important milestone as we celebrate our 10th anniversary. In the next decade we’ll continue to develop and experiment, learning along the way. And as we go forward, I’m passionate about making sure that Compass is led and shaped by you, and that we always stay true to our values. Feel free to get in touch with ideas, if you want to be involved, or just for a chat. All my very best, Jacqui Howard National Coordinator

Latest publications:

Riding the new wave: Feminism and the Labour Party is a collection of essays from diverse feminist voices, bringing together fresh perspectives on how Labour can learn from the feminist movement in countering political apathy, and how it can still be a vehicle for contemporary social activists to achieve systemic change in their fight for equality. Edited by Anya Pearson & Rosie Rogers. In our recent publication Reclaim Modernity: Beyond Markets, Beyond Machines, Jeremy Gilbert and Mark Fisher ignite hope for a better future. We are in a unique moment of history. The way the world is developing can be in tune with our values. We don’t have to fear modernity – we can build a better, truly democratic one.

Latest news and events:

This year, Compass celebrates its first decade; click here to read our reflections on the ups and downs during 10 years of Compass, and our hopes for building a Good Society in the future. With your support we’ll continue to combine radical analysis with pragmatic action; all the time building the capacity of our members, deepening our connections and staying true to our values.There are lots of engaging local Compass meetings you can join that are always open to all. I’d especially like to highlight two: on 10 November we’ll be discussing how to build a Good Society in Huddersfield, and on 19 November  in Birmingham we’ll debate progressive and positive solutions to economic and social insecurity. If you’re looking for some inspiration ‘Open Tribe’, a book by Compass member Sue Goss is all about creating a new way of doing politics. She asks if it’s possible to combine the values of solidarity and belonging with curiosity and openness towards difference. And if you missed this year’s Annual Lecture, you can still listen to Lisa Nandy MP discussing Freedom and the Left with Tom Watson MP and Mary Riddell.

Must read from the blog: Ivana Bartoletti – Occupy Labour – Riding the New Wave Neal Lawson – The Political Leadership We Need Now Howard Reed – Towards a Progressive Fiscal Policy We’re always looking for new perspectives for our blog, and I’d especially  like to encourage women and people from BAME backgournds to contribute. If you’re interested, email me and if helpful click here for a some writing tips.