Join us for a special series of Friday afternoon talks exploring the theme of peace, inspired by the powerful legacy of the Welsh Women’s Peace Petition of 1923–24. Organised by the Friends of Storiel, each talk offers a different perspective on women’s involvement in peace movements, activism, and the stories that history often overlooks.

These talks run alongside Storiel’s exhibitions Women Petitioning for Peace and reflect on ideas of memory, resistance, and storytelling.

2 May 2pm Iona Price – Book Here  

7 Miles, 7 Years- The Lost History of the Welsh Women’s Peace Petition

Iona Price shares her research into this extraordinary petition signed by nearly 400,000 women in Wales calling for peace after WWI. Discover the untold stories of the women behind the signatures and the petition’s journey to America

Talk in Welsh – simultaneous translation available 

9 May 2pm Jane Hoy- Book Here 

“When Minnie met Katie”, a reading inspired by Aberration’s Peace Project workshop”

Writer and performer Jane Hoy presents a creative reading based on Aberration’s workshop with Norena Shopland, drawing on real lives and imagined encounters between women involved in historical peace campaigns.

English language 

16 May 2pm Angharad Tomos – Book Here

Mary Silyn Roberts

Author and activist Angharad Tomos speaks about the remarkable life of Mary Silyn Roberts, a pacifist, feminist, and educator who worked to promote peace and equality in early 20th century Wales

Talk in Welsh- simultaneous translation available 

23rd May 2pm Annie Williams- Book Here

Women and the Peace Movement in North Wales

Historian Annie Williams explores how local women contributed to national and international peace efforts, revealing stories of courage, creativity, and community organising.

English Language talk